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Former Apple executive Reuben Bijl joins Abundium as Partner

Reuben Bijl, a former senior executive at Apple, has joined Abundium as a Partner, bringing over a decade of tech experience to the multinational networking group.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

EduTech

New Zealand's Gallagher Security signs key MoUs in India

Gallagher Security has signed two MoUs in India during New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's visit, aiming to enhance collaboration in various sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

EduTech

Workday named leader in 2025 Gartner education systems

Workday has been named a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Higher Education Student Information Systems, showcasing its commitment to modernising education technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Ransomware

Google warns of rising global threat from N Korean IT ops

A report by Google highlights a surge in North Korean IT operations, now expanding beyond the US to target firms and governments in Australia and Europe.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Cloud Security

Tanium & DXC partner to boost cybersecurity in Australasia

Tanium and DXC Technology have joined forces to bolster cybersecurity efficiency for businesses in Australia and New Zealand through enhanced endpoint management.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Unified Communications

Access4 expands into UK with Luminate Wholesale purchase

Access4 has acquired UK-based Luminate Wholesale to bolster its international expansion strategy, enhancing its SASBOSS platform in the UK market.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Fintech

High-speed trial at Hampton Downs showcases digital banking

Simon Bridges and drift racer Mad Mike Whiddett showcased the speed of digital banking at Hampton Downs, highlighting Emerge's innovative approach to open banking.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Customer Experience

Verizon Connect & vWork partner to enhance fleet delivery

Verizon Connect has teamed up with vWork to revolutionise fleet delivery in Australia and New Zealand, integrating advanced management and dispatch solutions.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Partner Programmes

Angela Walker appointed as Dynabook ANZ Managing Director

Angela Walker has been appointed Managing Director of Dynabook ANZ, leading its Australia and New Zealand operations from April 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Risk & Compliance

Tenable appoints Scott Magill as new Country Manager

Tenable has appointed Scott Magill as Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen its operations and cloud initiatives in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Gaming

Toi Mai announces reforms in New Zealand vocational education

Toi Mai has unveiled significant updates to enhance work-based learning and vocational education in New Zealand amidst the shift to Industry Skills Boards by 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

KiwiRail

Is KiwiRail going back to the bad old days?

Secondary rail lines across New Zealand face slower maintenance and more speed restrictions under KiwiRail’s latest plan, alarming South Island operators.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025

Autism

An inclusive workforce

The partnership aims to help construction firms support autistic apprentices as employers face labour shortages and demand for skilled workers rises.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2025

Property Market

Housing market remains stagnant for now

Buyers still face a subdued market as national asking prices stay below last year’s levels, even with more homes listed for sale.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Risk & Compliance

The health and safety reforms you may have missed

Small firms could be exempted from some health and safety rules as the Government shifts WorkSafe towards critical risk and lower compliance costs.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025

Marketing Technologies

AI trust varies among New Zealand financial service users

A Salesforce report reveals New Zealand consumers show mixed trust in AI within financial services, highlighting a growing expectation for lower fees and faster transactions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025

Clean technologies

NZ sees major drop in insured catastrophe losses in 2024

A report reveals New Zealand enjoyed a rare year of minimal natural disasters in 2024, with insured losses plummeting to nearly zero from AUD $3.6 billion in 2023.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025

Clean technologies

YourRide rebrands to highlight safety & sustainability

YourRide, New Zealand's top taxi app, celebrates a decade of service with a rebrand, prioritising safety and sustainability in transport technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 31st Mar 2025