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NZ Tech stories
Automating the repeatable, humanising the exceptional: Delivering real AI value with an ontology‑led approach
2 days ago
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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advanced persistent threat protection
Lancom champions an ontology‑led AI approach, automating repeatable tasks while elevating human expertise to deliver real business value.
AI is changing who succeeds in tech. Are we preparing women for that shift?
3 days ago
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digital transformation
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genai
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ai
As AI reshapes tech careers, New Zealand faces a pivotal chance to draw more women into the sector before they are shut out of its future.
Vetta Group merges multiple tech brands under single name
Last week
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uc
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cx
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martech
New Zealand tech provider Vetta Group is unifying its brands under a single identity by 2026, aiming to streamline customer engagement.
Contented raises AUD $4.1m to fuel UK and US push
Last month
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crm
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digital transformation
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hcm
New Zealand AI startup Contented raises AUD $4.1m seed round to speed UK and US expansion and triple headcount in coming months.
One NZ adds satellite data & WhatsApp calling service
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uc
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spacetech
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iot
One NZ extends Starlink-powered satellite service with limited data apps and WhatsApp calling for eligible phones beyond mobile coverage.
Fujifilm unveils instax Mini Evo Cinema in NZ launch
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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digital entertainment
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social media
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qr code
Fujifilm launches instax Mini Evo Cinema in New Zealand, blending 15-second video, instant prints and QR code replays for NZD $699.
Ivo raises USD $55 million to grow AI contract tools
Wed, 21st Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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martech
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commerce systems
AI contract software startup Ivo secures USD $55 million Series B to speed contract review, as revenue surges 500% and UK expansion looms.
Outdoor Outlook app brings tailored weather adventures to NZ
Fri, 16th Jan 2026
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storage
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martech
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personalisation
Outdoor Outlook launches in New Zealand, giving trampers and other outdoor lovers personalised, colour-coded weather-based activity tips.
ChatGPT leads Apple app & game downloads in NZ
Thu, 11th Dec 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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genai
ChatGPT tops Apple's 2025 app charts in New Zealand, as AI tools, social media, streaming and mobile games dominate downloads.
YouTube Recap brings annual viewing summaries to NZ
Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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gaming
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martech
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digital entertainment
YouTube has launched its first personalised Recap in New Zealand, giving signed-in viewers sharable year-end summaries of their watching habits.
ThinkGo launches to guide New Zealand SaaS startups to scale
Wed, 13th Aug 2025
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ict sector
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nz tech
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global expansion
Auckland-based ThinkGo launches to help New Zealand SaaS startups navigate early growth challenges with practical tools and proven strategies.
Ingram Micro Experience 2025 to unite NZ tech channel in Auckland
Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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sdn
Ingram Micro Experience 2025 will unite over 1,000 NZ tech resellers, vendors and partners at Auckland Showgrounds on 18 September for industry growth and innovation.
New AI training programmes to address New Zealand's skills gap
Tue, 18th Mar 2025
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data science
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genai
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llms
The Institute of Data is launching new Data Science and AI training programmes on 8 April 2025 to tackle New Zealand's critical skills gap in AI expertise.
Institute of Data's training yields 96% tech employment rate
Mon, 2nd Sep 2024
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data science
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ai
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cybersecurity
The Institute of Data's intensive programme has placed 96% of its graduates in tech roles, aiming to boost New Zealand's tech growth amidst economic challenges.
IWD 2024: Diversity and innovation: solutions to tech skills-shortages
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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auckland council
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it professionals
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iwd
Addressing NZ's tech skills shortage, Mission Ready pioneers innovative programmes to develop diversity and foster home-grown talent in the IT sector.
Local edtech companies can gain edge with student data promise - NZ Tech Alliance
Fri, 23rd Sep 2022
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edutech
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microsoft
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google
Edtech surveillance by multinational tech companies to harvest pupils' personal data is provoking controversy, clampdowns and court cases in the US and Europe.
NZ tech sector has what it takes to attract international investment - industry boss
Thu, 27th Jan 2022
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digital transformation
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recruitment
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skills shortage
Tech sector aims to attract international investors as large tech sector investors explore opportunities in New Zealand.
COVID-19 means New Zealand's tech sector is more important than ever - NZTech
Wed, 5th Aug 2020
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nztech
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nz tech
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covid-19
COVID-19 is driving New Zealand's digital future, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham, as tech businesses adapt and innovate.
An expert's perspective on COVID-19 and fintech in NZ
Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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fintech
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nztech
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nz tech
FintechNZ general manager James Brown says that the virus could change the fintech landscape across industries.
Why Kiwis deserve the right to control their digital identities
Tue, 25th Jun 2019
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data sharing
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identity
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nz tech
Digital Identity NZ champions giving Kiwis control over their digital identities, amid growing concerns about data security and transparency.