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Queensland harnesses Optimation Connect for justice rehabilitation
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Queensland Corrective Services pioneers a digital revolution in justice rehabilitation by introducing Optimation Connect, a biometric-enabled system aimed at inclusive and accessible case management.
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Microsoft Envision AI roadshow: Unveiling generative AI's impact in NZ
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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.
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Optimation reaches the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024 finals
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Optimation, a tech solutions provider, is a finalist in the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024 for their pioneering product, Optimation Connect.
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Japanese markets lead in global data centre rankings
3 days ago
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asia pacific
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malaysia
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perth
Japan's data centre market outshines the rest of Asia Pacific, with Tokyo and Osaka scoring highly in global established and emerging markets rankings, according to annual Global Data Centre Market Comparison report.
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NZTech unveils tech strategy for emissions reduction
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iot
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cartech
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NZTech unveils a report outlining the crucial role technology may have in cutting emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
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Spark invests $15m in Waikato's digital infrastructure in NZ
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cloud services
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wellington
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nz
Spark plans to invest over $15m into improving digital infrastructure in New Zealand's Waikato region, in conjunction with the University of Waikato.
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Optic Security Group bags double win at 2024 New Zealand OSPAs
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auckland
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security industry
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critical infrastructure
Optic Security Group sees double victory at the 2024 OSPAs, with Isaac Taingahue and Lee Ashton scooping ‘Outstanding Contract Security Manager/Director’ and ‘Outstanding Security Consultant’ respectively.
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Software Combined Group acquires NZ firm Activate in first regional move
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cloud services
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voip
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contact centre
Sydney-based Software Combined Group acquires Auckland's Activate, a specialist in self-service automation, marking its first expansion into the New Zealand market.
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NZ law firm Anderson Lloyd switches to NetDocuments
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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microsoft
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nz
NZ law firm, Anderson Lloyd, boosts productivity through a new IT overhaul, choosing NetDocuments' cloud platform to streamline document and email management for its 170 staff.
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Trend Micro & AWS partner for largest cybersecurity roadshow in 2024
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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cloud services
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public cloud
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cloud security
Trend Micro announced its 2024 Risk to Resilience World Tour, touted as the world's largest cybersecurity roadshow, backed by Amazon Web Services. The tour will leverage AI-enabled solutions for businesses in seven major Australasian cities.
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Touchable Earth wins at Kids Judge Bett 2024 event
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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ai
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london
Touchable Earth, an Auckland-based company, earns top honours from Kids Judge Bett at world's largest EdTech event, Bett UK, for promoting global citizenship and geography in a unique app format.
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4Cabling expands in New Zealand with larger Auckland warehouse
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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warehouse
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distribution
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nz
Leading cabling solutions provider, 4Cabling, bolsters its commitment to New Zealand with a move to a larger warehouse in Mangere Bridge, Auckland.
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MEGA selects SugarCRM to optimise sales & enhance user conversions
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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storage
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encryption
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cx
New Zealand's cloud storage firm MEGA partners with SugarCRM to boost its sales automation, aiming to optimise user conversions from free to paid services.
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Nathan Marston joins FIRN as Business Development Manager
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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microsoft
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apple
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bi
Nathan Marston, an expert in strategic solutions, joins Auckland-based cloud data analytics firm, FIRN, as Business Development Manager; poised to accelerate firm's growth trajectory.
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Dyson unveils first interactive pop-up in New Zealand
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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nz
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westfield
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auckland
Dyson launches its first ever interactive pop-up, the Dyson Demo, in New Zealand, offering hands-on experiences of its advanced technology products at Auckland's Westfield Albany.
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Ingram Micro Showcase 2024 set to shape Kiwi tech future
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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wellington
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christchurch
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Ingram Micro Showcase 2024 gears up to connect over 2,000 tech partners, end users and industry leaders across three NZ cities.
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Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom in noteworthy expansion
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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cloud services
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nz
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customers
Evergreen Services Group acquires Lancom Technology, marking its first expansion into Australia and New Zealand in the managed IT and software services sector.
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Microsoft Surface repairs now available nationwide in NZ
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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microsoft
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wellington
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nz
Broken screens and other minor defects can now be rectified nationwide by repair technicians based in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin.
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Mastercard partners with King Kapisi to honour decade-long Kiwi businesses
Wed, 6th Dec 2023
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment gateways
Mastercard partners with Kiwi music star King Kapisi to reward New Zealand's small businesses operating for over a decade.
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NZ Compare Awards celebrates New Zealand service sectors
Mon, 4th Dec 2023
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broadband
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auckland
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nz
NZ Compare Awards 2023 honours service sector leaders, spotlighting exceptional broadband, mobile and energy offerings.
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Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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northland
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Spark and Lynk have begun a NZ project for a network of satellite-connected cell towers, aiming to maintain connectivity during crises.
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RedShield bolsters ties with AWS to offer advanced cybersecurity services
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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cloud services
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public cloud
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aws
RedShield strengthens association with Amazon Web Services (AWS), enhancing cybersecurity solutions and DDoS protection for greater threat management.
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Free coding education coming to Kiwis thanks to Grok Academy
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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programming
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nz
Grok Academy and software firm WiseTech Global collaborate, offering New Zealanders free access to extensive coding and web design education from January 2024.
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Kiwi firms risk IP loss through unchecked AI use – report
Tue, 7th Nov 2023
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compliance
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convergence
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productivity
Kiwi companies could lose their intellectual property through unchecked artificial intelligence use, warns Convergence.