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Half of New Zealanders overwhelmed by notification overload

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Half of New Zealanders feel overwhelmed by digital notifications, with social media and emails disrupting wellbeing and productivity, finds 2degrees research.
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Evolving DDoS tactics: Cyber experts analyse the X incident

Thu, 13th Mar 2025
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Recent DDoS attacks have become increasingly sophisticated, with cybersecurity experts stressing the urgent need for enhanced defence strategies against evolving threats.
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US indictment reveals Anonymous Sudan's true motives

Thu, 17th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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ai security
The U.S. Department of Justice has indicted two Sudanese brothers linked to hacktivist group Anonymous Sudan, challenging beliefs of state-sponsored cyber attacks.
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Halcyon partners with BlackLake to combat ransomware threats

Thu, 26th Sep 2024
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risk & compliance
Halcyon partners with BlackLake Security to boost ransomware resilience, combining anti-ransomware tech and risk mitigation to protect businesses from disruptions.
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Digital disruption and 'customer lifetime value'

Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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If you were unaware Customer Lifetime Value calculations have been digitally disrupted, you might be interested in how CDPs and, more recently, AI have changed the game.
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Nexio partners with Chargebacks911 to enhance payment platform

Tue, 26th Apr 2022
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partner programmes
This alliance means that Nexio will now utilise Chargebacks911's end-to-end dispute management offering, while also reaping results for its merchants.
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Revealed: COVID-19's impact on internet disruptions

Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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Global internet disruptions have surged by 63% during the COVID-19 pandemic, with ISPs particularly affected, according to a report by ThousandEyes.
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New programme addresses skills shortage as tech shakes up primary industries

Mon, 24th Feb 2020
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Microsoft and Massey University launch Industry 4.0 Accelerator to bridge skills gap in New Zealand's primary industries, boosting innovation.
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Grow NZ Accountants plans to disrupt NZ's 'dying' accounting industry

Mon, 16th Sep 2019
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New Zealand's accounting industry is 'dying' – and it's a case of innovate or fade away before automation displaces traditional business accounting entirely.
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CEOs concerned executives aren't digital savvy enough

Thu, 9th May 2019
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A new survey from Gartner has revealed that CEOs priorities are slowly shifting to meet rising growth challenges.
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Government to investigate tech's impact on NZ's workforce

Fri, 1st Mar 2019
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As technological disruptors are causing waves in every area of every industry, the Government is looking into the ramifications for Kiwis.
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Lime scooters: When disruptive businesses fuel controversy

Tue, 22nd Jan 2019
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Lime's e-scooter rentals spark global controversy. While ignored for their disruptive model, they face mounting scrutiny over safety and regulation.
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Digital Disruption in the C Suite: Is it A Case of 'Keep Calm and Carry On'?

Tue, 12th Jun 2018
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It has even been predicted that AI will contribute over US$15 trillion to global GDP by 2030 but will come at great cost.
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Digital disruption is nothing new, but the pace is quickening

Mon, 18th Dec 2017
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Digital disruption is accelerating, transforming how companies innovate and compete. Established firms must adopt rapid, start-up-like agility to stay relevant.
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NZ's agritech sector is tech-savvy, but not looking to the future

Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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New Zealand's agritech sector is aware of what's going on in the technology space, but are struggling to keep up with the pace of change.
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The disruptive force of blockchain and how it will shake up business as we know it

Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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Blockchain technology is set to disrupt every aspect of business, from tax to governance, according to RSM Australia.
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Accelerate 2017's keynote speakers to provide insights into how to innovate to survive

Tue, 13th Jun 2017
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The events featuring the LEGO innovation director and NYT Global ex-COO are designed to address specific areas of business disruption.
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Research reveals key concerns for Aussie CEOs – mastering tech tops the list

Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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​Australian CEOs are concerned with grasping and utilising disruptive technology, presenting a clear opportunity for the channel.
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ANZ businesses missing the human touch in digital society, report finds

Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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Report warns ANZ firms: customers favor real contact over digital, risking loyalty and satisfaction in an online rush.
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Creatives and businesses need to 'adapt quickly' to survive

Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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New Zealand and Australian creatives are driving business impact, but nearly half feel they lack the necessary skills, according to an Adobe study.