The Ultimate Guide to Application Programming Interface
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Application Programming Interface (API).
What to know about Application Programming Interface
Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) serve as vital bridges that connect different software applications, enabling them to communicate and share data seamlessly. This integration is the backbone of modern digital ecosystems, powering everything from cloud services and mobile applications to fintech innovations and IoT devices.
Our collection of stories explores the multifaceted role APIs play across various industries, highlighting partnerships that bolster cloud security, advances in API protection, and the increasing adoption of APIs in areas like open banking and digital transformation. Readers will gain insights into how API management, security challenges, and emerging technologies like AI are shaping the future of software development and business collaboration.
Whether you are a developer, IT professional, or business leader, exploring these narratives will deepen your understanding of APIs' critical role in driving innovation, enhancing user experiences, and safeguarding digital assets in an increasingly interconnected world.
Kiwi Application Programming Interface News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Cyber criminals are not breaking in - they're logging in
Breaches across New Zealand are increasingly exploiting human trust, with thieves using logins and one-time codes to steal data and funds.
Ebury launches supplier payment finance in New Zealand
Small importers in New Zealand may get relief from cashflow strain as unsecured trade finance lets them pay overseas suppliers later.
Xero's Claude integration gives only read-only summaries
Accountants cannot yet use Claude to pull invoices or amend records, as Xero's new link is limited to read-only financial summaries.
Conference Room Audio Should Be Managed Like Enterprise IT
Better network oversight is letting firms scale meeting rooms, boost uptime and add AI captions, transcription and analytics.
Lotto NZ swaps core gaming systems in EDGE rollout
Thousands of players and retailers now rely on new real-time links after Lotto New Zealand completed an 18-month systems overhaul.
Revolut partners Akahu on open banking credit cards
Borrowers in New Zealand could get quicker credit card approvals as Revolut taps regulated open banking data to replace paperwork with automated checks.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Application Programming Interface
SnapLogic launches SnapCode for Claude Code integration
IDC survey flags networking bottlenecks for agentic AI
Google named Gartner Leader for Looker analytics again
Codenotary flags 210,000 risky AI agent actions daily
Sage adds AI automation to Intacct finance workflows
Featured News
Agentic AI creates enterprise challenge beyond LLM boom
Enterprises face rising costs and governance gaps as thousands of AI agents begin operating alongside staff across multiple systems.
Conference Room Audio Should Be Managed Like Enterprise IT
Better network oversight is letting firms scale meeting rooms, boost uptime and add AI captions, transcription and analytics.
Expert Columns
Cyber criminals are not breaking in - they're logging in
5 Tips to Align Your Data Strategy with AI
From APIs to MCPs: The new architecture powering enterprise AI
Why the next phase of AI adoption will be determined less by models and more by data foundations
AI can inspire travel, but it still can't book it. That's about to change
Conquer the KYB challenge: How smarter data quality fuels fintech integrators
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
Why more SaaS vendors are embedding data quality into their core platforms
Hyper-automation is here: how Australian subscription brands stay ahead
Agentic AI to redefine channel partners' business models
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Application Programming Interface News
LogicMonitor boosts New Zealand push with local data hub
LogicMonitor will open its first New Zealand data centre and expand local partners to support rising cloud, AI and hybrid IT demand.
Dashr unveils Open Banking dashboard for Kiwis' cash
New Zealand startup Dashr has launched an Open Banking-based dashboard letting households see all their cash and investments in one place.
Finance Now, Visa & Pismo to launch NZ fleet cards
Finance Now will launch New Zealand's first open loop Visa-powered fleet card in 2026, backed by Brazilian payments platform Pismo.
Stuff hiring founding engineer for AI-native news platform
Stuff is recruiting a founding Principal Engineer in Auckland to architect and build a greenfield AI-driven consumer news platform.
Stablecoins, smart contracts and the rise of more intelligent cash
Fintech firms are reshaping finance with programmable money, using stablecoins and smart contracts for faster, borderless, 24/7 value transfer globally.
Open banking boosted in New Zealand as major banks upgrade API
New Zealand's four largest banks have upgraded to Payment Initiation API v2.3, enabling flexible payments and lasting customer consent for open banking.
From no to go: ASB U-turns on POLi
ASB partners with payment platform POLi to enable secure open banking payments, offering customers safer choices without using internet banking logins.
Experian unveils two new digital banking solutions for NZ
Experian introduces two digital solutions in New Zealand to simplify confusing bank statements, promising enhanced customer experiences and operational efficiencies.
Visa's AI averts fraud worth $273m in New Zealand banks
Visa uses AI to help New Zealand financial institutions prevent $273m in fraud, marking a three-fold increase from 2021 and highlighting the pivotal role of AI in financial security.
A clear path to profitability in Blackpearl's FY23 results
The company's total subscription revenue increased by 97%, gross profit by 264%, customer base by 496%, and net assets by 85%.
Shutterstock opens up API to startups & SMBs
Shutterstock has unveiled its self-serve API to aid startups and SMBs integrate its vast image collection, opening new revenue streams through in-app reselling.
APIs – the key to collaboration between fintech and traditional finance institutions
APIs provide the necessary security, governance, and scalability, while still allowing the rich enablement users require.
New Zealand's IPO number one in the world, review finds
New Zealand's Intellectual Property Office has been ranked number one worldwide for its online capabilities by the World Trademark Review.
Matrox aims for video wall 'sweet spot' with new graphics card
Matrox has unveiled what it says is the world's first single-slot, nine-output 1920x1080 graphics card for three-by-three video walls.
NZ Post fuels growth with MuleSoft partnership
New Zealand Post teams up with MuleSoft to enhance its growth plan with the launch of a Developer Resource Centre powered by the Anypoint Platform.
24/7 Modica Group a shining light
New Zealand-based mobile software and internet service provider offers Telecom customers another option after gateway closure.
TradeMe launches Labs at Tech.Ed
TradeMe has used its second Tech.Ed presentation to launch TradeMe Labs, a platform for innovative kiwi developers who are keen to showcase their skills.
Shufti launches Glocal Platform for compliance teams
Compliance teams facing fragmented systems may cut integrations and vendor sprawl as Shufti folds onboarding, screening and monitoring into one platform.
Yubico's YubiKey 5.8 adds digital signing features
The update could let companies use a single security key to approve payments, documents and AI actions without custom cryptography.
Salt Security launches Australian base for AI security
Australian enterprises can now keep AI security data in-country as Salt's Sydney setup meets growing demand for local hosting and compliance.