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Armis achieves Australian IRAP Protected level certification

Armis achieves Protected classification through IRAP assessment, bolstering cybersecurity offerings for Australian public sector entities amidst rising foreign threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Global Stories

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Network Infrastructure

Hoyts transforms cinema experience with Optus SD-WAN solution

HOYTS Group, in partnership with Optus, has revamped its cinema experience with Cisco Catalyst SD-WAN, enhancing operations across 59 locations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024

Storage

ASUS unveils ROG Ally X gaming console in Australia, NZ

ASUS has launched the ROG Ally X handheld gaming console in Australia for AUD $1,599 and NZ for NZD $1,799, featuring enhanced specs and improved ergonomics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024

Generative AI

Accenture report reveals critical gaps in change management readiness

Accenture's latest report reveals a stark gap in change management readiness, with only 30% of leaders feeling confident in their capabilities amid rising investments.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

Data Analytics

Exclusive: Dynatrace thrives with cloud migration, market success

Andrew Foot of Dynatrace has discussed their cloud migration progress and strategic successes, with a whopping $1.5 billion in annual recurring revenue.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Pivotel completes strategic acquisition of VoiceHub from Swoop

Pivotel has finalised its acquisition of wholesale voice and messaging firm VoiceHub from Swoop, enhancing its services across Australia and New Zealand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

Fusion5

Fusion5 to acquire IntegrationWorks, aims to broaden market reach

Acquiring IntegrationWorks will add 80 integration consultants to Fusion5's team and expand its reach across Australia and the UK.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jul 2024

Data Analytics

Vista Group launches AI-driven podcast feature with Microsoft Azure

Vista Group partners with Microsoft Azure in a landmark cloud deal to revolutionise cinema management using AI, launching an innovative daily podcast for executives.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Fintech

MYOB rebrands ERP platform to MYOB Acumatica in partnership

MYOB rebrands its ERP platform as MYOB Acumatica in an expanded strategic partnership with Acumatica, aiming to enhance mid-market business operations in Australia and New Zealand.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Kiwisaver

Michele Blake appointed head of distribution at Kōura Wealth

Michele Blake takes helm at Kōura Wealth's Distribution, aiming to enhance financial advisors' potential in optimising KiwiSaver amid rapid company growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

Cloud Services

Emerge & SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification in NZ

Emerge and SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification to combat phishing scams in New Zealand, enhancing trust and security in fintech communications.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

Software-as-a-Service

CyberGrape partners with MyCISO to enhance security services

CyberGrape partners with Australian MyCISO to streamline cybersecurity for New Zealand SMBs, offering enhanced global standards and streamlined GRC services.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

Risk & Compliance

Improvements to temporary traffic management already underway

A risk-based shift could reduce unnecessary cones and speed limits, but industry leaders say safety, not speed, is driving the transition.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd Jul 2024

Sustainability

How rolling back insulation standards would impact health and the economy

The move could leave more New Zealanders in cold, damp homes, worsening respiratory illness and raising pressure on the health system.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Job moves

Felix Fok appointed Director of Global Equities at Jarden Wealth

Jarden Wealth appoints Felix Fok as Director of Global Equities. Fok brings 12 years' expertise from Milford Asset Management, enhancing Jarden's client offerings.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Fidelity Life launches enhanced E-App with UnderwriteMe

Fidelity Life teams with UnderwriteMe to launch E-App, transforming life insurance applications in New Zealand by streamlining the underwriting process.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Spark Business Group joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association

Spark Business Group boosts its cyber security prowess by joining the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, targeting enhanced services for NZ organisations.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024