Aotearoa stories

Leading through uncertainty: Women's leadership skills are no longer 'soft' - they're essential
3 days ago
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iwd
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gender equality
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aotearoa
As complexity deepens globally, women's leadership skills have become essential, showcasing adaptability, collaboration, and relational strength in Aotearoa's uncertain landscape.

Celebrating growth and leadership: Inde Technology’s women driving innovation
3 days ago
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dei
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leadership
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iwd
This International Women's Day, Inde Technology celebrates the rise of women in tech, achieving 40% revenue growth and increasing female representation to 24%.

Airwallex enters New Zealand with innovative payment solutions
Last week
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saas
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ecommerce
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auror
Airwallex has launched in New Zealand, appointing Lowry Gladwell as its first local hire, aiming to provide Kiwi businesses with innovative payment solutions.

Royal NZ College partners with Tribal for new LMS system
Last month
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edutech
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martech
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personalisation
The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners has partnered with Tribal Group to implement a new learner management system aimed at enhancing education efficiency.

Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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edutech
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recruitment
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employment
A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.

N4L report showcases digital achievements in NZ schools
Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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edutech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
N4L's 2024 Annual Report reveals the company's strides in digital solutions, connecting over 900,000 users across New Zealand's schools and enhancing online safety.

Netsafe report urges urgent reform of digital safety law
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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social media
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cyberbullying
Netsafe's Annual Report reveals a sharp rise in online threats in New Zealand, urging urgent reforms to the Harmful Digital Communications Act.

Information Leadership unveils iWorkplaceElements
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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genai
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ai
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sharepoint
Information Leadership has unveiled iWorkplaceElements, a self-deployable SharePoint solution aiming to streamline content management and reduce IT reliance.

Halter tops 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 with 15x growth
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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uc
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telco
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construction
Halter shines with a remarkable 1539% growth, leading the 2024 Deloitte Fast 50 index while expanding its reach across New Zealand, Australia, and the US.

Recycling laptops empowers youth in New Zealand schools
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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cleantech
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sustainability
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digital divide
A partnership between Christchurch Boys' High School's RAD Club and Te Huarahi Linwood Avenue's Code Club has refurbished laptops to enhance digital skills for Aotearoa's youth.

Xero data shows New Zealand small business sales drop
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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financial systems
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xero
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northland
Xero's latest data reveals small businesses in New Zealand are struggling with a 2.7% sales drop and stagnating wages, amid rising workforce downsizing.

Efforts to bridge New Zealand's rural connectivity gap
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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reannz
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tuanz
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digital divide
The Rural Connectivity Symposium in Rotorua gathered over 200 attendees to address New Zealand's rural digital divide, highlighting urgent connectivity needs.

Victoria University launches Taiawa Wellington Tech Hub
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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collaboration
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entrepreneurship
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cogo
A new co-working space, Taiawa Wellington Tech Hub, has opened at Victoria University, fostering collaboration among high-growth tech firms in Wellington.

One New Zealand to test Starlink mobile satellite service
Fri, 11th Oct 2024
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spacetech
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cx
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martech
One New Zealand has gained approval to test SpaceX's Starlink service, aiming to improve connectivity and resilience across Aotearoa amid climate challenges.

Schneider Electric appoints Oliver Hill to lead NZ team
Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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digital transformation
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power / energy
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cleantech
Oliver Hill becomes the New Zealand Country President for Schneider Electric and PDL, aiming to drive sustainable growth and innovation from 29 October 2024.

Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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smartphones
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uc
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partner programmes
Transpower partners with Spark to upgrade the TransGO fibre optic network, enhancing critical infrastructure with improved connectivity, digitisation, and mobility.

Nokia chosen by Spark NZ for major 5G network expansion
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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smartphones
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uc
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cx
Nokia chosen by Spark New Zealand to spearhead its 4G and 5G expansion, providing equipment for over 700 sites, aiming to streamline operations and boost connectivity.

TUANZ Member Awards honour tech leaders & innovators
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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ericsson
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air new zealand
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enable networks
The TUANZ Member Awards in Auckland honoured key tech industry figures, with awards recognising community, technology, journalism, and leadership excellence.

Spark Business Group joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cloud security
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risk & compliance
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genai
Spark Business Group boosts its cyber security prowess by joining the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, targeting enhanced services for NZ organisations.

Powerco joins Chorus to enhance Coromandel fibre network
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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uc
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power / energy
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cleantech
Powerco partners with Chorus to use spare capacity on its new 164-kilometre dark fibre network in the Coromandel, enhancing power reliability and connectivity.