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Hybrid and multi-cloud: The future of AI in business

As inflation pressures limit budgets, Australian and New Zealand businesses shift towards hybrid and multi-cloud solutions, driving significant investments in tech.

By Angela Logan-Bell • 6 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Customer Experience

Study shows return policies vital for retail success in 2024

Manhattan Associates' study reveals flexible return policies are key for retail as 72% of consumers return items due to rising living costs, post-EOFY.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024

Partner Programmes

Wiise Partner Awards 2024: celebrating excellence & innovation

Wiise celebrated its second annual Partner Awards, recognising standout achievements among its partners in Australia and New Zealand across eight categories.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024

Artificial Intelligence

One in five APAC firms turn to AI/ML for API security challenges

A report by F5 reveals that 20% of APAC organisations are turning to AI/ML to tackle rising API security threats, with businesses prioritising strong cybersecurity measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024

Supply Chain

blueAPACHE appoints Pat Devlin as General Manager

Australian managed services provider blueAPACHE appoints Pat Devlin as General Manager to fortify strategic growth, following 85% ARR rise in five years.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Sat, 3rd Aug 2024

Agricultural Technology

Forrester forecasts 4% rise in Australian tech spending for 2024

Australia's tech spending is set to rise by 4% in 2024 despite formidable economic headwinds, according to Forrester's latest forecast.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Northland

Four deaths in three weeks – something has to change

Four farm deaths in as many weeks have prompted WorkSafe to warn rural workers to reassess quad bike risks before lambing and calving.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024

Public Sector

Work on water infrastructure needs to start

Contractors warn delayed programmes could cost New Zealand skilled firms as councils hold back on urgent water network repairs and upgrades.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2024

Health Technologies

nib launches AI Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand healthcare

Nib launches AI-powered Symptom Checker to ease New Zealand's healthcare system strain, guiding members to suitable treatment and reducing ER overcrowding.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Customer service

A growing success in the Christchurch hotel market

The new 42-room property adds needed accommodation near Te Pae, as Quest expands its Christchurch footprint despite economic headwinds.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2024

Crypto

Crypto market plummets 20% amid global financial downturn

The cryptocurrency market plummets nearly 20%, dropping to USD $1.76 trillion, as Bitcoin and Ethereum face double-digit declines.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Aug 2024

EduTech

The 'crucial' impact AI is having in New Zealand's classrooms

Ministry of Education's Ellen MacGregor- Reid has revealed the profound impact AI is having on New Zealand's education.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 6th Aug 2024

Financial results

Dell New Zealand sees 16% decline in revenue in FY2024

Dell New Zealand reported a sharp 16% drop in FY2024 revenues, with total earnings falling from NZD $288 million to NZD $240.3 million, as market demand shrinks.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 5th Aug 2024

Digital Transformation

Microsoft backs New Zealand's AI strategy for digital growth

Microsoft endorses New Zealand's new AI strategy, pledging support for innovation and economic growth through upcoming initiatives and a new cloud region.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Data Privacy

Netsafe teams with Snapchat to boost online safety for teens

Netsafe launches the Snapchat Family Toolkit, designed to help New Zealand parents ensure safer social media use for teens.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Internet of Things

Five myths on smoke alarms ahead of new rules

Homes face tougher fire-safety rules from 1 November, with builders and owners urged to fit compliant interconnected smoke alarms before winter.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Digital Entertainment

JBL unveils Live TWS 3 series with smart charging case

JBL unveils three new True Wireless earphones—Live Flex, Beam, and Buds TWS 3—featuring an innovative smart case with a 1.45-inch LED touch display. Prices start at NZD $269.95.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Bank of New Zealand

Property values fall for fifth month running

Flat house prices are helping first-home buyers as nationwide values slipped 0.5% in July, the fifth monthly fall in a row.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Unified Communications

Kiwi Mobile tackles NZD $400 million in wasted mobile data

New Zealanders waste NZD $400 million yearly on unused mobile data. Kiwi Mobile aims to change this with its new Endless plan, charging only for data used.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024

Power / Energy

Contact Energy reaches 100,000 broadband customers in New Zealand

Contact Energy's broadband service has hit 100,000 customers since its 2017 launch, highlighting the surging demand for connectivity in New Zealand.