New Zealand (NZ) stories

Google adds restaurant bookings to AI Mode in Search for New Zealand users, linking diners to live table availability from OpenTable and Wowapps.

SentinelOne taps Shah to expand partner network across Australia, New Zealand and APJ as AI-driven threat shifts lift channel demand.

EY New Zealand bolsters technology transformation push with senior hires as firms chase practical AI gains and better returns from existing systems.

Chief Technology Officer Volker Schaberg says firms must treat Māori information as a taonga, not a commodity, to build trust and better insights.

TrendAI and Anthropic join forces to embed Claude in Vision One, targeting AI vulnerability research and automated cyber defences.

Gallagher Security to create up to 100 jobs as it ramps up product development from Hamilton, with roles in engineering, testing and leadership.

New Zealand organisations are urged to tighten controls on third-party access and identity management as digitisation and AI reshape risk.

Finance teams quietly absorb the hidden cost of workarounds as operational debt piles up, turning growth into extra effort and risk for ANZ businesses.

akto wins Boomi Platinum Partner status as enterprises in Australia and New Zealand seek stronger integration, governance and data foundations for AI.

Finance chiefs warned over shadow AI as staff paste ERP data into consumer tools, risking model training and bypassing governance.

Peacock Bros' RFID rollout lets a global records company find tagged boxes with one worker, replacing forklift searches across Australia and New Zealand.

Microsoft's enterprise licensing landscape is shifting fast, with tighter EA access, slimmer discounts and new models forcing organisations to rethink 2026 renewals.

Inde names Chris Beckett as Chief Technology Strategist to steer long-term roadmaps as New Zealand firms seek clearer guidance on investment and architecture.

Caruso lands AUD $9.3 million from Icehouse Ventures and GD1 as Centuria joins 80-plus clients using its AI-native fund administration platform.

Inde's security chief says the certification will boost customer confidence as the cloud services provider expands across Australia and New Zealand.

Cloudera says most firms have embraced AI, but weak data governance, access controls and integration are still blocking real-world gains.

Fujifilm adds a built-in self-timer to the Instax Mini 13, making hands-free shots easier in New Zealand at NZD $149.

Hitachi Vantara has honoured five Australia and New Zealand partners at its 2025 awards, as the vendor steps up channel investment amid AI readiness concerns.

Thryv has rolled out Thryv AI Lead Flow in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to help small businesses capture enquiries, score prospects and automate follow-up.

Gallagher Security brings Jonathan Finan back to New Zealand as Technical Account Manager for the Central North Island, deepening partner support.