New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 8
Behind Ultra Violette’s global glow up – a NORA webinar
Thu, 1st May 2025
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ecommerce
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webinar
Australian sunscreen brand Ultra Violette overcame tech hurdles to expand globally, with a webinar set to reveal secrets of its global success on May 8.
Majority unprepared for quantum computing’s security risks
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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encryption
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quantum computing
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cybersecurity
Most organisations remain unprepared for quantum computing's threat to current encryption, with just 5% having a clear strategy despite rising concerns.
Symbio unveils advanced API stack for seamless number management
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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uc
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api
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digitisation
Symbio expands digital experience in Singapore with a new API stack, enhancing number management and easing communications for service providers across APAC.
New Zealand workers value training as job competition intensifies
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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it training
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digital transformation
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ai
Most Kiwis value training and development highly, with 75% seeing it as essential amid a tight job market and rising demand for future-ready skills.
Cyber experts urge parental controls as teen online risks rise
Wed, 30th Apr 2025
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physical security
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
Norton highlights the rising digital risks teens face, urging parents to use controls and communication for safer online experiences amid Netflix's Adolescence series.
Logitech enhances ACCIONA collaboration with new video tools
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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uc
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cleantech
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video conferencing
Logitech has equipped over 4,500 ACCIONA staff in Australia and New Zealand with advanced video tools to boost collaboration on major infrastructure and renewable projects.
Kinetics Group expands IT services with OutSource merger
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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dr
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Kinetics has integrated OutSource IT, boosting managed IT service capabilities to better serve NZ businesses amidst rising demand for cloud and cybersecurity.
Experts urge strong identity measures as password risks grow
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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data protection
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mfa
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supply chain & logistics
Cyber security experts warn organisations to strengthen password and identity management as breaches rise globally, highlighting risks from both human and machine identities.
Australia leads in high-impact cyber incidents, study finds
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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uc
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cybersecurity
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it industry
A study reveals 76% of Australian firms faced high-impact cyber incidents last year, the highest among surveyed countries, exposing gaps in crisis readiness.
NZ submarine cables are 'attractive espionage targets', officials warn
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
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transpower
Officials alert PM that submarine cables, vital for vast data transfers, are attractive espionage targets amid global concerns over their security.
New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid sweeping law reforms
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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hcm
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healthtech
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licensing
New Zealand firms turn to HR tech amid employment law reforms, easing compliance with Leave Act updates, grievance rules, and safety regulations.
Rimini Street appoints Joe Locandro as executive Vice President
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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it automation
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cybersecurity
Rimini Street appoints Joe Locandro as EVP and CIO to lead global IT and innovation, boosting resilient solutions for its worldwide clients.
Rust Forge 2025 to bring global tech leaders to Wellington
Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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martech
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software development
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adobe
Rust Forge 2025, a new international tech conference for around 200 developers, will be held at Shed 6 in Wellington from 27-30 August 2025.
Gen Z Australians turning away from credit cards for BNPL
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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bnpl
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afterpay
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financial literacy
A new report reveals 56% of Gen Z Australians dislike credit cards, favouring debit cards and BNPL services amid rising financial stress and complexity.
ERP success or ERP chaos: Why SMB manufacturers win or lose in implementation
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
SMB manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand face a high-stakes gamble with ERP systems: success drives growth, failure risks costly disruptions.
AI use in enterprises soars but brings surge in cyber risks
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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data protection
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digital transformation
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cloud security
Enterprise AI use has surged over 3,000%, with ChatGPT dominating but also being the most-blocked app due to security concerns, says Zscaler report.
St John applauded, wins award for health data resilience
Thu, 24th Apr 2025
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emergency services
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public relations
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aotearoa
Hato Hone St John has been named a finalist in the Veeam Data Resilience Awards for safeguarding vital healthcare data and ensuring emergency services' continuity.
OPSWAT partners with Sektor Cyber to boost ANZ presence
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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malware
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
OPSWAT has named Sektor Cyber as its new distributor in Australia and New Zealand to boost cybersecurity solutions amid rising regulatory demands.
One NZ satellite texting hits one million message milestone
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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uc
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spacetech
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texting
One NZ's satellite service has surpassed one million free texts in under four months, enhancing connectivity during emergencies like Cyclone Tam.
APJ region sees 73% surge in web & API attacks in 2024
Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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ddos
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data protection
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ai security
Web and API attacks in the Asia Pacific and Japan surged 73% in 2024, with 51 billion incidents linked to AI-driven cyber threats, says Akamai.