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Kiwi Stories

Great expectations: Kiwi consumers may be let down over Christmas
EduTech

Great expectations: Kiwi consumers may be let down over Christmas

Kiwis' expectations for quick and free delivery may be challenged by Christmas delays, according to a study by HERE technologies.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Dec 2021
SMEs should use Xmas slowdown to plan and reflect – Xero
EduTech

SMEs should use Xmas slowdown to plan and reflect – Xero

28% of businesses don't have any provision in place for when times get tough, with another six percent unsure of what they'd do in tough times.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: MYNT smart tracker - never lose anything again
Gaming

Hands-on Review: MYNT smart tracker - never lose anything again

MYNT smart tracker's review unveils a tech marvel that vows to end the days of lost keys and wandering pets, all for a crisp NZ$30.

By Greig Strafford • 4 min read • Thu, 15th Dec 2016

Global Stories

MarketMedia & oOh!media partner to transform retail advertising
Facebook

MarketMedia & oOh!media partner to transform retail advertising

MarketMedia and oOh!media join forces to install 330+ digital screens in retail stores across New Zealand by 2024.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point
Ransomware

Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point

Check Point Software has released a statement to raise awareness among online gift shoppers to be cautious at all times and take the necessary precautions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022
Vodafone data use jumps more than 50% over Christmas
Unified Communications

Vodafone data use jumps more than 50% over Christmas

Vodafone customers in New Zealand set records for data usage over the festive season, with a 51% increase compared to last year.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
How to ensure your business isn't scammed this Christmas
Software-as-a-Service

How to ensure your business isn't scammed this Christmas

Australian and New Zealand businesses face increased risk of fraud this festive season due to distractions and increased activity, warns SAP Concur.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Dec 2021
Retail giants abandon paper receipts this Christmas
Digital Transformation

Retail giants abandon paper receipts this Christmas

Slyp partners with leading fashion retailers including Scotch - Soda, Converse, Hurley, and Peter Sheppard for sustainable smart receipts.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Dec 2021
Delivery delays during holiday season could damage brands' reputation - survey
Supply Chain

Delivery delays during holiday season could damage brands' reputation - survey

Businesses need to ensure consumers are aware of the cutoff points for package deliveries before the holiday season, or they risk losing customers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Dec 2021
Online shopping to reach tipping point this Christmas
eCommerce

Online shopping to reach tipping point this Christmas

Online Christmas shopping is closing in on offline purchases this Christmas, according to new research from Slice Digital.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019
Nine ways to boost IT security during the summer holidays
Christmas

Nine ways to boost IT security during the summer holidays

With fewer users to manage, IT teams will likely have more capacity to carry out tasks that might have been overlooked during the busy business year.

By Jim Cook • 4 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2019
Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season
Marketing Technologies

Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season

Aussie shoppers face online scam risks amidst festive e-sales surge. Stay vigilant with top cybersecurity tips.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2017
Hands-on Review: Trend Micro security packages - more than just anti-virus
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Trend Micro security packages - more than just anti-virus

For a package that's unobtrusive and that doesn't strain your CPU or your patience, this may just be the product you're looking for.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2016
Invite us to your party and we'll publish a story #PartyWatch
Marketing Technologies

Invite us to your party and we'll publish a story #PartyWatch

TechDay's #PartyWatch offers free festive publicity; simply share your Christmas bash invites and tales with us!.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2016
JB Hi-Fi sales up; new chief executive takes over reins
JB Hi-Fi

JB Hi-Fi sales up; new chief executive takes over reins

JB Hi-Fi's sales continue to climb as it heads into the Christmas period with new products, technologies and stores on the cards.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Australians anticipate a frugal Christmas amid inflation pressures
eCommerce

Australians anticipate a frugal Christmas amid inflation pressures

Australians are expected to tighten their belts this Christmas, with 65% planning to spend less and buy fewer gifts, a new report finds.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2023
Why building a secure browsing experience is vital
Customer Experience

Why building a secure browsing experience is vital

Cybersecurity is vital for businesses & consumers during the Christmas shopping season. Here are steps to protect your website and customers.

By Ricky Blacker • 4 min read • Mon, 12th Dec 2022