Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 15

Malaysia aims to build an inclusive digital economy by equipping small businesses with affordable communication tools, boosting growth and trust nationwide.

New Zealand firms face rising cyber risks as attackers exploit weak controls; experts urge urgent steps to boost defences and test incident plans.

Despite rising costs and softening profits, 92% of New Zealand's SMEs remain confident in their business outlook over the next year and five years ahead.

Artificial intelligence is transforming travel and expense management, helping businesses cut costs, reduce admin, and improve financial decisions seamlessly.

Starting from a simple idea in rural NZ, MyTrucking has grown over 11 years into a thriving tech business serving NZ, Australia, and the UK.

NZ small businesses saw 1.9% sales growth year-on-year, but jobs fell 1.2%, with sectors like construction and hospitality facing ongoing challenges.

Small businesses are remediating critical cyber vulnerabilities faster than larger firms amid rising AI-assisted cyber threats, reveals Intruder's 2025 report.

Proofpoint identifies TA585 as a cyber threat actor managing end-to-end attacks, deploying advanced malware like MonsterV2 to target finance firms globally.

Fortinet has launched its first Secure Access Service Edge point of presence in Auckland, enhancing cybersecurity and connectivity for New Zealand businesses.

Wayflyer launches Hosted Capital, enabling platforms to embed finance offers directly into apps, boosting revenue and easing access to funding for businesses.

As liquidation rises 31.9%, NZ small businesses face a tough holiday battle for staff, cashflow and compliance to keep operations thriving beyond survival mode.

Sidetrade expands into Asia-Pacific by acquiring Australia's ezyCollect for EUR €37 million, targeting SMBs with AI-powered Order-to-Cash solutions.

A New Zealand AI tool, CheckMyBuilder, helps homeowners and businesses spot risks with builders for NZD $49, using public records to flag issues before contracts.

Tom Holland's Bero brewery is thriving with an enterprise ERP from day one, proving tech foresight is key for startups in a challenging craft beer market.

Employment Hero surpasses AUD $300 million ARR and nears first profit, supporting 350,000 businesses with its integrated employment platform globally.

Ecommpay teams up with humm to offer flexible finance up to GBP £3,000 for UK merchants, boosting sales in travel and high-value retail sectors.

NetSuite's cloud ERP suits New Zealand's small to medium businesses well, with scalable solutions meeting complex needs beyond basic accounting packages.

Finance leaders are harnessing AI and automation to boost agility, cut costs, and drive growth amid rising interest rates and supply chain woes.

Zyxel Networks launches six affordable WiFi 7 access points for SMEs, expanding its portfolio to 13 models for diverse business environments.

Pax8 has appointed Tom Gavin as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer to lead global marketing and advance its AI and managed intelligence initiatives.