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Fujitsu strengthens cyber security with new Australian, NZ division

Fujitsu intensifies its battle against cybercrime in Australia and New Zealand by establishing a dedicated team of data security specialists, consolidating regional expertise and acquisitions like Enable and oobe.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Cybersecurity

Booming AI deepfake detector market set to hit USD $5.7 million by 2034

Rising concerns over 'deepfakes' pave the way for the booming AI Deepfake Detector Tool Market, which is set to reach over USD $5.7 million by 2034, propelled by advancements in AI and cloud solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Virtualisation

Avocado Consulting expands partnership with CyberArk

Avocado, a consulting firm, has announced an enhanced partnership with CyberArk to bolster identity security in Aussie and Kiwi firms amidst swift digital transformation.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Apr 2024

Power / Energy

Invercargill to get first Tier 4 Data Centre with T4 Group move

T4 Group announces the construction of New Zealand's first Tier 4 Data Centre, a flagship of sustainability and innovation, in Invercargill, Southland.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024

Integration

Sharesies expands Australasian footprint with Orchestra acquisition

Sharesies expands its Aus-NZ footprint with the acquisition of equity management platform Orchestra, marking a significant stride in B2B growth and equity management services.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024

Robotics

Kais Education reaches finals of EdTech Awards with learning robot

EdTech startup Kais Education is making waves with its AI-based learning robot, Kaibot, and online platform, both in the final stages of the EdTech Awards.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

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Physical Security

Vertiv launches AI-powered SmartAisle 3 for data centre efficiency boost

Vertiv revolutionises micro modular data centre design with the introduction of the AI-infused SmartAisle 3, enhancing operational efficiency and offering energy savings of up to 20%.

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

EduTech

AI skills could boost New Zealand salaries by 30%, says AWS

New AWS research suggests that nurturing AI skills could increase salaries by over 30% and boost career growth in New Zealand's workforce.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024

Power / Energy

Microsoft Envision AI roadshow: Unveiling generative AI's impact in NZ

At the recent Microsoft Envision AI Roadshow in Auckland, business executives explored the rapidly growing influence of generative AI and its potential to transform operations and tackle social inequities.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024

Agricultural Technology

Emissions Trading Scheme underperforming

New research says tighter oversight of five sectors could make New Zealand’s emissions scheme cut pollution faster without slowing growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Risk & Compliance

MBIE calls for recall of unsafe heaters

Consumers are being urged to stop using Serene bathroom heaters after safety failures linked to fires and overheating widened the recall.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Property Market

Property market ‘clearly more active’ than this time last year

More listings and higher sales in March suggest New Zealand’s housing slump has passed its low point, with buyers gaining choice.

By Michael Curreen • 8 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

Clean technologies

Sapro-Tech forms strategic partnership with top NZ fashion firms

NZ firm Sapro-Tech forms strategic alliances with leading fashion brands SABEN, taylor, Velvet Heartbeat, and YY NATION, promoting sustainable materials derived from fungi.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

Digital Entertainment

Sony launches ULT Power Sound series with artist Peso Pluma

Sony is set to launch its ULT POWER SOUND series, a range of wireless speakers and headphones designed to enhance immersive audio, featuring a collaboration with Grammy-winning artist Peso Pluma.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

Data Protection

Genesis Energy embraces AI utilisation in Microsoft's Early Access Program

Genesis Energy, New Zealand's leading energy company, has partnered with Microsoft to utilise its AI tools towards combating data privacy and ROI challenges, empowering all employees to drive technological change.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024