New Zealand (NZ) stories - Page 7

AI trust varies among New Zealand financial service users
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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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.

NZ sees major drop in insured catastrophe losses in 2024
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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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.

Tenable appoints Scott Magill as new Country Manager
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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Tenable has appointed Scott Magill as Country Manager for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to strengthen its operations and cloud initiatives in the region.

YourRide rebrands to highlight safety & sustainability
Mon, 31st Mar 2025
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personal computing devices
YourRide, New Zealand's top taxi app, celebrates a decade of service with a rebrand, prioritising safety and sustainability in transport technology.

Gallagher Security appoints new Business Manager in NZ
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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Gallagher Security has appointed Morgan Ruigrok as Business Development Manager for the Lower North Island, reinforcing their commitment to growth in New Zealand.

OPPO unveils Reno13 Series in New Zealand with AI features
Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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digital entertainment
OPPO has launched the Reno13 Series in New Zealand, offering cutting-edge design and AI features, with the Reno13 Pro priced at NZD $1399.

Consumers willing to pay more for sustainable products
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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millennials
A new survey reveals consumers in Australia and New Zealand are keen to pay more for sustainable household products, despite doubts over corporate claims.

AI & data breaches drive rise in sextortion scams
Wed, 26th Mar 2025
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data privacy
Sextortion scams are surging globally, with New Zealand reporting a staggering 137% increase in 2025, driven by AI and recent data breaches.

Exclusive: Pulseway discusses drive for simplicity and efficiency in IT management
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Pulseway is on a mission to simplify IT management, enhancing efficiency and user experience through innovative solutions and customer-centric development.

Dreame Technology releases X50 Ultra in Australia market
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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robots
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smart home
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robot vacuum
Dreame Technology has launched the X50 Ultra in Australia, claiming it's the most advanced robot vacuum yet, priced at AUD $2,999.

Pure Storage names Altay Ayyuce as ANZ Area Vice President
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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Altay Ayyuce has been appointed as Area Vice President for Australia and New Zealand at Pure Storage, succeeding Amy Rushall amid evolving IT challenges.

Confidence gap in cybersecurity readiness in New Zealand
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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A new Datacom survey reveals a stark divide in cybersecurity confidence in New Zealand, with 71% of leaders confident in their staff, while only 51% of employees feel prepared.

Australian workplaces face conflict over office mandates
Tue, 25th Mar 2025
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A new report reveals a stark contrast in Australia between strict in-office mandates for employees and their strong demand for flexible work arrangements.

Rose & Thorne closing stores to focus on online expansion
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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New Zealand clothing brand Rose & Thorne is shifting to an online-only model, targeting Australia's £1.7bn bra market amid rising demand for larger sizes.

62% of payment firms risk non-compliance with new payments regulations
Mon, 24th Mar 2025
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email security
According to research by EasyDMARC, 62% of payment-handling businesses risk failing PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliance due to delays in implementing the vital DMARC protocol.

Flicks & Delivereasy renew partnership in New Zealand
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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vista group
Flicks and Delivereasy have renewed their exclusive partnership to enhance New Zealanders' streaming and meal delivery experiences, starting 1 April 2025.

Gallagher Security to unveil new solutions at ISC West 2025
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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physical security
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risk & compliance
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software development
Gallagher Security is set to reveal new innovations in its Controller 7000 family at ISC West 2025, including Apple Wallet-compatible employee badges.

Dryad Networks expands bushfire tech into Australasia
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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climate change
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emergency services
Dryad Networks has launched its first office in Macquarie Park, New South Wales, aiming to combat bushfire challenges in Australia and New Zealand.

AI-driven loyalty programmes to reshape Asia-Pacific retail
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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data analytics
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personalisation
Eagle Eye's latest eBook reveals how loyalty programmes will reshape retail in Asia-Pacific, with retailers adapting to meet consumer demand for personalised value.

New Zealanders spending more time online than ever
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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digital engagement
A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.