New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 25
JCDecaux reshapes ANZ team with three executive hires
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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partner programmes
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marketing
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ciso
JCDecaux has overhauled its ANZ leadership, hiring three senior executives to lead sales, product and strategy across the region.
Feijoa joins Fintech Lab to boost Kiwis' KiwiSaver
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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fintech
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hcm
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risk & compliance
Feijoa joins Creative HQ's Fintech Lab to scale its round-up saving app, aiming to lift inconsistent KiwiSaver contributions nationwide.
Grundfos unveils smart groundwater controller in NZ
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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iot
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iiot
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smart home
Grundfos launches CU 302 smart groundwater controller in New Zealand, adding app-based remote monitoring and constant-pressure control.
WitFoo shifts global cyber defence base to New Zealand
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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siem
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data science
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socs
US cyber security firm WitFoo shifts its global base to New Zealand, making the country the launch pad for its “Cyber Grid” defence model.
AI reshapes data privacy risk across Australia, NZ
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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data protection
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devops
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hybrid cloud
AI is reshaping data privacy in Australia and New Zealand, exposing shadow tools, privilege sprawl and weak identity controls, experts warn.
2026: The year AI moves from promise to performance
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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virtualisation
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
In 2026, AI shifts from dazzling pilots to disciplined performance, as trust, governance and human oversight overtake speed of deployment.
GenAI & younger buyers reshape Asia Pacific B2B spend
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
GenAI, risk worries and values-driven younger buyers are rapidly reshaping complex B2B purchasing across Asia Pacific, Forrester finds.
Gen warns of soaring online scams targeting Kiwis in Q4
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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mdm
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phishing
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martech
New Zealand faces a 271% jump in fake shop scams as criminals exploit routine clicks, QR scans and DIY guides to trick online shoppers.
Author-it unveils brand refresh & AI-focused roadmap
Thu, 22nd Jan 2026
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uc
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Author-it unveils a refreshed brand and AI-focused roadmap, promising smarter content reuse, stronger security and improved collaboration.
Kearney unveils new Asia Pacific leaders ahead of centenary
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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supply chain
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ai
Kearney refreshes Asia Pacific leadership in ANZ, Japan, Malaysia and CMT as it prepares to enter its centenary year in 2026.
NZ firms lean on scales for new roles, market for old
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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hcm
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smb
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recruitment
New Zealand employers lean on internal salary scales for new roles, while market guides still dominate pay decisions for familiar positions.
HCLTech to run AI-led IT services for Team Global Express
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
HCLTech wins Team Global Express deal to run consolidated IT and deploy AI-led automation across logistics operations in ANZ.
Check Point adds Auckland SASE PoP for NZ data needs
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hybrid cloud
Check Point opens Auckland SASE PoP, giving New Zealand firms local data residency, lower latency and compliance-focused cloud security.
NZ warning over AI diet tips & risky weight-loss pills
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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genai
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ai
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healthtech
New Zealand health experts warn AI diet tips and unregulated social media weight-loss pills are fuelling dangerous, hidden health risks.
Exclusive: Genetec dives into the latest State of Physical Security Report
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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firewalls
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Physical security data is shifting from siloed cost centre to strategic asset, reshaping IT, AI adoption and cross‑functional decision-making.
Lancom wins AWS Managed Service Provider designation
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Lancom wins coveted AWS Managed Service Provider status, boosting its cloud credentials and access to joint sales and technical support.
Twilio, AEG partner to enhance live sport & ticketing
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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crm
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paas
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data analytics
Twilio and AEG sign a multi-year deal to power personalised fan engagement across Crypto.com Arena, LA Kings and ticketing platform AXS.
More flexibility, less ghosting: Here's what the world of work will look like in 2026
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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genai
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hybrid & remote work
By 2026, work will be more flexible and AI-driven, as tougher compliance, on-demand jobs and faster hiring reshape life for Kiwi workers.
Ivo raises USD $55 million to grow AI contract tools
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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martech
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commerce systems
AI contract software startup Ivo secures USD $55 million Series B to speed contract review, as revenue surges 500% and UK expansion looms.
Dave Clark founder dies after long design career
Tue, 20th Jan 2026
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management
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business continuity
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branding
New Zealand design leader Dave Clark dies; agency bearing his name says leadership and ownership stay unchanged under co-founders.