Auckland stories - Page 8

Bolt has launched its ride-hailing service in Auckland, aiming to challenge market leaders with more driver-friendly terms and affordable fares.

Romano's has launched its first-ever brand campaign, using generative AI to create Italian art-inspired adverts with a distinct New Zealand twist.

Westcon-Comstor New Zealand and Juniper Networks will donate 1% of Juniper Mist sales to Starship Children's Hospital, supporting critical child healthcare.

Southern Cross, Alcatel Submarine Networks and OMS Group will build the SX Tasman Express, adding 400Tbps capacity between Sydney and Auckland by 2028.

Several New Zealand schools report improved literacy after using the AI-driven Writer's Toolbox, showing significant gains in student writing skills and confidence.

Straker has teamed up with n8n to launch Straker Verify, automating AI translation workflows while ensuring quality and compliance for businesses globally.

Vertiv has opened its new Sydney HQ with the first Customer Experience Centre in Australia, enhancing support for the nation's growing digital economy.

Auckland Mayor unveils Innovation & Technology Alliance to boost collaboration, tech growth, and economic productivity in the city and region.

Whip Around appoints Kevin Roberts and Ricky Sevta as directors to drive global growth of its fleet inspection and maintenance software platform.

AI is driving a 60% rise in data centre electricity demand in Auckland, challenging power supply priorities amid $6 billion planned grid investments.

The New Zealand Founder Pay Report 2025 reveals average founder salaries at NZD $205,000, highlighting gender, location, and role pay disparities across startups.

academyEX has unveiled The Play Lab in Auckland, a professional learning space where adults explore emerging tech like AI and robotics through hands-on play.

Hato Hone St John has been named a finalist in the Veeam Data Resilience Awards for safeguarding vital healthcare data and ensuring emergency services' continuity.

Visa's Code & Connect in Auckland nurtures NZ tech talent, with 51 students engaging in mentorship and 10 graduate roles offered for 2026 intake.

Kai's Education has raised NZD $1.5m to expand its unique screen-free coding tools for neurodiverse learners in US schools, aiming for NZD $2.346m.

Tim Richardson has been appointed as InfoSum's first Client Partner in New Zealand, aiming to enhance local client engagement and data collaboration.

Aucklanders can now enjoy bulk shopping deliveries as DoorDash partners with Costco, eliminating the need for store visits or memberships.

Flicks and Delivereasy have renewed their exclusive partnership to enhance New Zealanders' streaming and meal delivery experiences, starting 1 April 2025.

Fit out costs are on the rise across APAC, with Tokyo maintaining its position as the priciest city at USD $195 per square foot, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

Samsung has launched a Premium Care Service in New Zealand for select laundry and fridge products, featuring a 0% interest plan for 60 months.