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Binance offers early access to Scroll for NZ users
Crypto

Binance offers early access to Scroll for NZ users

Binance has launched early trading access for Scroll (SCR) in New Zealand, allowing users to earn tokens before their official spot listing.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards announced
Cybersecurity

Finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards announced

The finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards have been announced, recognising exceptional contributions to New Zealand's cybersecurity landscape over the past decade.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack
Ransomware

Man fears being target of identity theft after personal details stolen in cyber attack

An Auckland man fears identity theft after personal details were stolen from Bloom Hearing Specialists, who kept his data for over six years.

By Phil Pennington • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
N4L partners with Palo Alto & 2degrees for school network
EduTech

N4L partners with Palo Alto & 2degrees for school network

N4L has forged long-term partnerships with Palo Alto Networks and 2degrees to enhance Managed Network services for New Zealand schools, starting March 2025.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
Growth tops New Zealand firms' priorities, says cloud report
Private Cloud

Growth tops New Zealand firms' priorities, says cloud report

Datacom's latest Annual Cloud Report shows New Zealand businesses prioritising growth, with over 40% planning to boost cloud computing budgets this year.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
Binance NZ introduces Spot Copy Trading for flexibility
Crypto

Binance NZ introduces Spot Copy Trading for flexibility

Binance New Zealand has launched its Spot Copy Trading feature, enabling users to replicate trades from seasoned traders for enhanced strategy management.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2024
Otago University to establish tech hub presence in Queenstown
EduTech

Otago University to establish tech hub presence in Queenstown

The University of Otago plans a permanent site in Queenstown, aiming to boost local growth and technology innovation, aligned with Vision 2040.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Teletrac Navman debuts consultancy for fleet decarbonisation
Data Analytics

Teletrac Navman debuts consultancy for fleet decarbonisation

Teletrac Navman launches a global consultancy to help fleets develop multi-energy decarbonisation strategies, aiming to meet net zero targets and reduce costs.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Zespri begins next Horizon phase with NZD $3.2m in savings
Digital Transformation

Zespri begins next Horizon phase with NZD $3.2m in savings

Zespri has launched the second phase of its Horizon digital transformation, leveraging SAP technology to save NZD $3.2 million and improve supply chain efficiency.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Exclusive: How Partners Life is simplifying the journey to life insurance
EduTech

Exclusive: How Partners Life is simplifying the journey to life insurance

Tim von Dadelszen at Partners Life is simplifying life insurance via digital innovation, making it more accessible for customers through the new Evince platform.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Genesis Energy teams with Informatica for AI-driven data governance
Unified Communications

Genesis Energy teams with Informatica for AI-driven data governance

Genesis Energy partners with Informatica to implement AI-powered data governance, aiming to enhance data quality, streamline operations, and support advanced AI solutions.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Spark teams up with Fidelity Life for data governance strategy
Data Protection

Spark teams up with Fidelity Life for data governance strategy

Fidelity Life partners with Spark to strengthen data governance using Microsoft Purview, aiming to boost resilience and competitiveness amidst decentralised IT operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Milestone Systems aims for NZD $15 million NZ market growth by 2025
Smart Cities

Milestone Systems aims for NZD $15 million NZ market growth by 2025

Milestone Systems targets NZD $15 million growth in New Zealand by 2025, emphasising the power of video technology beyond traditional security at its Wellington event.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Synergy approved for NZ Govt supplier marketplace Pae Hokohoko
Customer Experience

Synergy approved for NZ Govt supplier marketplace Pae Hokohoko

Synergy Enterprise Solutions joins Pae Hokohoko, enhancing New Zealand government services with advanced CX solutions through its Zendesk partnership.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Netsafe wins top NZ contact centre award for second year
EduTech

Netsafe wins top NZ contact centre award for second year

Netsafe's Contact Centre wins top award for the second year in a row, with Caitlin honoured as Most Outstanding Customer Service Representative.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Financial losses from NZ cybercrime rise to $6.8m in Q224
Phishing

Financial losses from NZ cybercrime rise to $6.8m in Q224

New Zealand cybercrime losses surge to $6.8 million in Q2 2024, with unauthorised access incidents skyrocketing to $3.6 million, NCSC data shows.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2024
NZ boosts arc flash safety but lacks federal testing rules
Application Performance Monitoring

NZ boosts arc flash safety but lacks federal testing rules

New Zealand bolsters electrical safety with tightened arc flash standards; however, gaps in federal regulation persist. Schneider Electric steps in with tailored solutions.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Snapchat hits 1.5 million users milestone in New Zealand
AR, VR & Metaverse

Snapchat hits 1.5 million users milestone in New Zealand

Snapchat now boasts over 1.5 million monthly users in New Zealand, cementing its growing influence in the APAC region and wide appeal among Kiwi users.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
NZSIS report highlights rising threat from foreign interference
Risk & Compliance

NZSIS report highlights rising threat from foreign interference

The NZSIS has revealed its annual Security Threat Environment report, outlining rising threats like foreign interference and violent extremism in New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024