Silicon Valley stories - Page 3
ServiceNow buys Moveworks to build AI 'front door'
Wed, 17th Dec 2025
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digital transformation
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hcm
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cartech
ServiceNow buys AI assistant specialist Moveworks to create a single conversational 'front door' into automated workflows across the enterprise.
CMC highlights 'Furious Five' themes set to shape 2026
Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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robots
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
CMC says AI, energy, robotics, defence and store-of-value trades will be the “Furious Five” megatrends steering markets into 2026.
Singulr AI appoints Bask Iyer to steer enterprise AI governance
Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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saas
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data protection
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network infrastructure
Singulr AI hires veteran tech leader Bask Iyer as Strategic Advisor to guide CIOs on governance amid rapid enterprise adoption of agentic AI.
Explainer: Should Big Tech own Hollywood?
Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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physical security
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digital entertainment
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genai
Netflix's USD $72 billion bid for Warner Bros raises a stark question: is Hollywood's future in the hands of Silicon Valley's algorithms?.
AI-native legal practices: Why the future won't look like a law firm
Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
AI-native legal firms will reshape law by building smart platforms from scratch, moving beyond traditional firms to deliver repeatable, data-driven solutions.
The Power of Proximity Why established tech firms thrive in innovative communities
Sun, 23rd Nov 2025
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uc
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fintech
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Established tech firms thrive in innovation hubs like Silicon Valley and New Zealand's Waikato by accessing fresh ideas, talent, and collaboration opportunities.
Riskified urges fraud vigilance as holiday eCommerce surges
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Riskified urges shoppers and merchants to stay vigilant against rising AI-driven eCommerce fraud as holiday online sales may hit USD $311 billion in 2025.
Australian AI startup Heatseeker wins top L'Oréal beauty tech prize
Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Australian startup Heatseeker won top prize in L'Oréal's Big Bang Beauty Tech competition, advancing AI beauty tech across the South Asia Pacific region.
Hexaware appoints Eravi Gopan to lead High Tech & Platforms
Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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partner programmes
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ai
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wipro
Hexaware appoints Eravi Gopan as President and Global Head to steer growth in High Tech, Products, and Platforms sectors globally.
Hitachi Energy, NVIDIA unveil 800 VDC power system for AI data centres
Tue, 14th Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Hitachi Energy and NVIDIA have launched an 800 VDC power system to boost efficiency and sustainability in AI data centre operations worldwide.
Nebius launches global awards for robotics & physical AI startups
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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robots
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smart cities
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digital entertainment
Nebius launches global awards with USD $100,000 in AI Cloud credits for startups advancing robotics and physical AI across Asia, Europe and the US.
Neo4j invests USD $100 million to drive agentic AI & GenAI growth
Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
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digital transformation
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data science
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aiops
Neo4j commits USD $100 million to advance agentic and generative AI, launching new products and a global startup programme to boost AI innovation.
Stefan Leitl appointed Cisco VP for Australia & NZ
Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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martech
Stefan Leitl returns to Melbourne as Cisco's new Vice President for Australia and New Zealand, bringing extensive global experience in IoT and digital transformation.
ThinkGo launches to guide New Zealand SaaS startups to scale
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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ict sector
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nz tech
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global expansion
Auckland-based ThinkGo launches to help New Zealand SaaS startups navigate early growth challenges with practical tools and proven strategies.
Cognition secures Windsurf in a dramatic industry shake-up
Tue, 15th Jul 2025
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physical security
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erp
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ai
Cognition has acquired Windsurf's core assets post-failed OpenAI and Google deals, reshaping the competitive AI coding tools market in July 2025.
Ben Dawson named new Cisco APJC President as Dave West shifts role
Wed, 9th Jul 2025
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Ben Dawson has been appointed Cisco's new President for Asia Pacific, Japan, and Greater China, succeeding Dave West as the tech giant shifts leadership roles.
NTT DATA named advisory partner for Plug & Play AI hubs
Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
NTT DATA is the exclusive advisory partner for Plug and Play's AI Centres of Excellence across North America, supporting startups and corporates with AI innovation.
Projectworks secures NZD $25 million in funding to drive global growth
Mon, 9th Jun 2025
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devops
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fintech
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martech
Projectworks has secured NZD $25 million in Series A funding to expand globally, integrating AI tools and boosting its team by 50% amid strong industry recognition.
Moomoo launches in New Zealand, offering US trades from USD $0.99
Mon, 9th Jun 2025
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fintech
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stock market
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moomoo
Moomoo launches in New Zealand, offering unlimited US trades from USD $0.99 and 24-hour access to over 22,000 stocks and ETFs across global markets.
Kiwi investments in US stocks hit record USD $67.1 billion high
Fri, 6th Jun 2025
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fintech
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wall street
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shares
New Zealanders' US stock and bond investments soar to a record USD $67.1 billion by March 2025, doubling since 2020 amid growing global market interest.