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UiPath assisting One NZ on journey to become AI leaders
Digital Transformation

UiPath assisting One NZ on journey to become AI leaders

Strict controls are now central to One NZ's AI push as it guards customer data and avoids costly errors in billing and finance.

By David Shilovsky • 6 min read • Yesterday
Tanium makes Atlas AI operating system generally available
Endpoint Protection

Tanium makes Atlas AI operating system generally available

More than 1,300 organisations have adopted the platform in six weeks, as Tanium bets AI can cut endpoint security and IT workflows.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Yesterday
Sapiens names Krish Datta as APAC Executive Vice President
Digital Transformation

Sapiens names Krish Datta as APAC Executive Vice President

Asia Pacific insurers are set to see more AI-driven system renewal as Sapiens steps up its regional push with a senior hire.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Prosper AI raises USD $30 million in Series A round
Software-as-a-Service

Prosper AI raises USD $30 million in Series A round

Demand is rising for software that cuts healthcare admin work, as the New York-based company expands beyond scheduling into billing and verification.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • 3 days ago
Fujifilm reopens GFX Challenge Grant for Australia
Grants

Fujifilm reopens GFX Challenge Grant for Australia

The programme returns with nearly AUD $145,000 in funding for photographers and filmmakers in Australia and New Zealand as income pressure bites.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • 3 days ago
UK firms struggle to reach customers online, study says
Digital Transformation

UK firms struggle to reach customers online, study says

Rising ad costs and changing algorithms are leaving many UK firms with little visibility over which digital channels win customers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
OVHcloud previews AI workspace with encrypted tools
Software-as-a-Service

OVHcloud previews AI workspace with encrypted tools

The preview could help businesses adopt office AI without exposing sensitive data, as search and automation run locally under encryption.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Hisense launches World Cup fan experience in New York
Television

Hisense launches World Cup fan experience in New York

The week-long activation aims to boost Hisense's premium TV push by giving football fans hands-on access to its RGB MiniLED technology in New York.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • This month
Australian retailers face delivery gap as costs rise
Data Analytics

Australian retailers face delivery gap as costs rise

Rising fees and longer free-shipping thresholds are widening the gap between what Australian shoppers want and what retailers promise at checkout.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • This month

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Zeller launches POS app to challenge Square in Australia
Software-as-a-Service

Zeller launches POS app to challenge Square in Australia

The cloud-based app could cut setup time for small merchants and intensify pressure on Square, Shopify and Lightspeed in Australia.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
AI tools reshape US consumer loyalty, Amperity says
Data Protection

AI tools reshape US consumer loyalty, Amperity says

As AI recommendations shape shopping, 63% of US consumers say they would switch brands for a better offer, Amperity found.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Yesterday
Google Cloud names new country heads in Indonesia & Thailand
Data Protection

Google Cloud names new country heads in Indonesia & Thailand

The appointments bolster Google Cloud's push for AI and cloud growth in Southeast Asia, as competition intensifies across key markets.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Yesterday
Karmo launches cheaper BYD EV subscriptions in Australia
Fleet Management

Karmo launches cheaper BYD EV subscriptions in Australia

Lower weekly payments could widen access to BYD electric cars as Karmo's novated subscription starts at AUD $126.16 in Australia.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • 2 days ago
Retailers lack AI strategy despite competitive pressure
Digital Transformation

Retailers lack AI strategy despite competitive pressure

The gap leaves many retailers exposed, as most feel pressure to adopt AI yet fewer than half have a clear plan for doing so.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last week
Occom launches fixed-price broadband plans in Australia
Inflation

Occom launches fixed-price broadband plans in Australia

Households under cost-of-living strain may benefit as Occom's new broadband plans lock in monthly charges for up to 24 months.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week
Cars24 launches sale with discounts & buyer guarantees
Customer Experience

Cars24 launches sale with discounts & buyer guarantees

Household budget pressure is pushing used-car buyers to seek price certainty, as Cars24 pairs discounts with return and price-match guarantees.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Ecovacs cuts robot vacuum prices by up to 50% in Australia
Robotics

Ecovacs cuts robot vacuum prices by up to 50% in Australia

Australian shoppers can save up to 50% as end-of-financial-year deals broaden access to premium robot cleaners and lawn mowers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • This month