New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 3

Kiwi investments in US stocks hit record USD $67.1 billion high
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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.

SaaS adoption drives growth for manufacturers in Australia, NZ
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Investment in SaaS technology is driving growth and agility in Australia and New Zealand's manufacturing sector, with 89% of firms adopting cloud solutions.

Thermomix TM7 debuts in Australia & NZ with new features
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Vorwerk has launched the Thermomix TM7 in Australia and New Zealand, featuring a larger touchscreen, Open Cooking mode, and sustainability upgrades.

Belkin launches accessories for Nintendo Switch 2 in Australia
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Belkin has launched a range of gaming accessories for the Nintendo Switch 2, including charging cases and screen protectors, now available across Australia.

Lockyer Valley council completes ERP upgrade to boost services
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Lockyer Valley Regional Council has upgraded its ERP system to TechnologyOne’s platform, enhancing services for 45,000 residents and improving staff efficiency.

Unitec launches Doctor of Computing for advanced research
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Unitec has launched a Doctor of Computing programme, offering advanced research opportunities for skilled professionals in AI, cybersecurity, and more.

Westcon-Comstor & Ericsson boost 5G growth in Australia & NZ
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Westcon-Comstor and Ericsson partner to accelerate 5G adoption across ANZ, enhancing enterprise connectivity and partner growth opportunities.

DeepHealth boosts ultrasound AI by integrating See-Mode team
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DeepHealth will enhance its ultrasound AI by integrating See-Mode’s thyroid and breast imaging tech, boosting workflow efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.

AI agent adoption rises among IT security leaders in ANZ
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AI agent use among IT security leaders in Australia and New Zealand is set to nearly double from 36% to 68% within two years, driven by growing trust and data challenges.

SAP Concur unveils AI-powered travel solution for ANZ markets
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SAP Concur launches an AI-powered travel solution for ANZ, streamlining corporate trips with automation, predictive costs, and sustainability insights.

Datacom & 2degrees form ICT partnership to boost services
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Datacom and 2degrees have teamed up in a strategic partnership to offer enhanced ICT services, including managed IT, cloud, mobile, and cyber security across New Zealand.

Education Perfect revamps languages platform for schools in ANZ
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Education Perfect has relaunched its Languages platform for secondary schools in Australia and New Zealand to boost language learning amid declining enrolments.

Call for urgent business training to help NZ builders’ welfare
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Business strategist Marti Amos urges urgent training reforms in NZ construction to boost financial literacy and mental health amid industry struggles.

M2M One launches satellite IoT service for remote industries
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M2M One has launched a satellite IoT service in Australia and New Zealand, offering bundled data and hardware for remote industry connectivity needs.

Deel hits USD $1 billion run rate milestone amid rapid growth
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Deel surpasses USD $1 billion run rate in Q1 2025, highlighting rapid growth and global expansion less than six years after launching in New Zealand.

ANZ consumers want first-contact solutions but satisfaction lags
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Research shows 53% of ANZ consumers value first-contact resolution in service, yet only 33% of CX leaders believe they deliver highly personalised experiences.

Aon highlights global megatrends shaping business risks in 2025
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Aon's Client Trends 2025 report reveals four megatrends—Trade, Technology, Weather, and Workforce—shaping business risks and opportunities globally.

Gallagher Security secures ISO 27001:2022 recertification for ISMS
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Gallagher Security has achieved recertification to ISO 27001:2022, demonstrating its commitment to advanced information security management and risk mitigation.

NZD $9.6 billion cloud spend looms but most are unprepared
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New Zealand's cloud spending is set to reach NZD $9.6 billion by 2028, but only a third of businesses are ready to exploit its full potential.

AltTab appoints Pienaar to lead new data security practice
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AltTab appoints Herman Pienaar as Principal Security Consultant to lead its new Data Security practice, enhancing cybersecurity services and client protection.