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Billy website to help New Zealand households compare power
Online tools

Billy website to help New Zealand households compare power

Households facing rising power bills can now compare plans through a free, commission-free government site using data from 27,000 homes.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Norton launches all-in-one cybersecurity solution for NZ small businesses
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Norton launches all-in-one cybersecurity solution for NZ small businesses

Norton unveils cybersecurity service, Norton Small Business, designed to protect NZ's small firms from online attacks.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2023

Global Stories

Online tools stories

Seismic launches new enablement tools in Fall 2024 release
Data Analytics

Seismic launches new enablement tools in Fall 2024 release

Seismic has launched its Fall 2024 product line, featuring Seismic Programs, a new suite of tools designed to enhance enablement planning and measurement.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 25th Oct 2024
UK urgently needs tech skills upgrade to compete globally
Artificial Intelligence

UK urgently needs tech skills upgrade to compete globally

The UK plummeted to 45th globally for technology and business skills, trailing behind Germany, France, and Spain, despite a GBP £3.5 billion governmental push.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Less than half of UK firms use GenAI despite recognised benefits
Fintech

Less than half of UK firms use GenAI despite recognised benefits

UiPath's Global Knowledge Worker Survey reveals that only 47% of UK businesses are utilising GenAI tools. Meanwhile, 28% of workers are experiencing burnout, highlighting a need for better AI training and support.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2024
Microsoft Build 2024 unveils advanced AI tools for developers
Digital Transformation

Microsoft Build 2024 unveils advanced AI tools for developers

Microsoft rings in a new era of AI at Build 2024, unveiling cutting-edge tools that empower developers to create transformative, secure, and efficient AI solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd May 2024
Kais Education reaches finals of EdTech Awards with learning robot
Robotics

Kais Education reaches finals of EdTech Awards with learning robot

EdTech startup Kais Education is making waves with its AI-based learning robot, Kaibot, and online platform, both in the final stages of the EdTech Awards.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024
STX Next enhances Man Group's fund management via innovative tech tools
Data Analytics

STX Next enhances Man Group's fund management via innovative tech tools

STX Next fortifies Man Group's client fund management through successful partnership, introducing sophisticated data discovery, filtering, and predictive tools while enhancing user experience.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
KTR Systems with data management move with Paessler & Qbilon
Data Analytics

KTR Systems with data management move with Paessler & Qbilon

German engineering firm KTR Systems has integrated monitoring solutions from tech firms Paessler PRTG and Qbilon to manage its complex IT landscape.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Workday unveils AI-enhanced managerial tools to boost productivity & employee engagement
Unified Communications

Workday unveils AI-enhanced managerial tools to boost productivity & employee engagement

Workday unveils innovative features for its HCM offering, utilizing AI to provide managers with real-time insights and recommendations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2023
Kaspersky releases latest report on APT trends for 2023
Malware

Kaspersky releases latest report on APT trends for 2023

Kaspersky's latest report reveals key trends in Advanced Persistent Threats, including new threat actors and upgraded toolsets.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Aug 2023
Consolidating tech tools: Key to strong system health
Application Performance Monitoring

Consolidating tech tools: Key to strong system health

Relying on multiple tool sets causes the creation of data siloes, which means that forming a clear picture of system health is nearly impossible.

By Kris Day • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jul 2023

Stories from Other Regions

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Majority see open web data as vital for fair AI competition
Data Protection

Majority see open web data as vital for fair AI competition

A poll reveals 89% view open access to public web data as crucial for fair competition in AI, amid rising online data restrictions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
CatchCorner & Google enable instant sports venue bookings in search
Unified Communications

CatchCorner & Google enable instant sports venue bookings in search

CatchCorner teams up with Google to offer instant online bookings for sports venues across major North American cities via Google Search and Maps.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Sep 2025
Hireup launches national campaign for personalised aged care at home
Online tools

Hireup launches national campaign for personalised aged care at home

Hireup launches national campaign promoting personalised aged care at home, aiming to provide older Australians with choice, trust and independence.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Aug 2025
Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals
Small Business

Thriving side hustle culture boosting Australian economy, GoDaddy reveals

GoDaddy's Venture Forward initiative reveals a thriving 'side hustle culture' in Australia due to online tools, with 61% of entrepreneurs reportedly running a lucrative microbusiness alongside full-time work.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Feb 2024
Indian police implement TrueConf for training efficiency
Unified Communications

Indian police implement TrueConf for training efficiency

With video collaboration and built-in team messenger, the police facilitate online personnel training, briefings, and in-departmental communication.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Aug 2023