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Kiwi Stories

Resilience stories

Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders
Financial Systems

Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders

A recent survey reveals that 77% of New Zealand business leaders are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty as they prepare for 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cisco shares solid Financial Results amid improved profitability
Asset Management

Cisco shares solid Financial Results amid improved profitability

Cisco Systems New Zealand reports a strong financial year ending 31 July 2024, with net profit soaring 65.4% to NZD 4.94 million despite a slight revenue dip.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Harvey Norman reports mixed Financial Results for FY2024
Harvey Norman

Harvey Norman reports mixed Financial Results for FY2024

Harvey Norman New Zealand reports a 6.1% drop in revenue to NZD $1.05 billion for FY2024, yet maintains profitability with a net profit of NZD $33.4 million.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025

Global Stories

Resilience stories

AI in 2025: Driving sustainability, security, and growth across Asia Pacific
Storage

AI in 2025: Driving sustainability, security, and growth across Asia Pacific

As 2025 unfolds, AI is transforming the Asia Pacific region by enhancing sustainability and security, particularly in energy efficiency and digital infrastructure.

By Matthew Hardman • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks
Ransomware

Check Point report reveals 44% rise in cyber-attacks

Check Point Software Technologies' latest report reveals a staggering 44% rise in global cyber-attacks, highlighting a dangerous evolution of ransomware and AI-driven threats.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Commvault unveils AD forest recovery for cyber resilience
Data Protection

Commvault unveils AD forest recovery for cyber resilience

Commvault has unveiled a new automated Active Directory forest recovery feature, enhancing cyber resilience against rising ransomware threats.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Vectra AI launches global scholarship for cybersecurity skills

Vectra AI has launched the Vectra AI Scholars Programme to tackle the cybersecurity skills shortage, inviting students globally to innovate using AI against cyber threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Lenovo unveils ThinkPad X9 series with AI features
Unified Communications

Lenovo unveils ThinkPad X9 series with AI features

Lenovo has unveiled the ThinkPad X9 Series, premium laptops featuring Intel Core Ultra processors and AI capabilities, tailored to modern hybrid professionals.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Key trends in channel partner ecosystem development in 2025
Data Analytics

Key trends in channel partner ecosystem development in 2025

In 2025, the Asia-Pacific channel partner ecosystem will evolve dramatically, driven by AI collaborations and a focus on customer outcomes, reshaping business models.

By Ben Wong • 4 min read • Mon, 13th Jan 2025
Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners
Firewalls

Cohesity expands cyber resilience with new IR partners

Cohesity is boosting its Cyber Event Response Team services by partnering with firms like Palo Alto Networks and Sophos to enhance cyber resilience for clients.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Resilience stories

UK government considers banning ransomware payments
Software-as-a-Service

UK government considers banning ransomware payments

The UK government is consulting on a plan to ban ransomware payments by public sector bodies, amid rising cyberattacks, particularly in healthcare.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
Cyber threats rising in manufacturing sector, study warns
Malware

Cyber threats rising in manufacturing sector, study warns

A new analysis by IDS-INDATA reveals a 50% surge in cyber attacks on the manufacturing sector, driven by outdated tech and complex supply chains.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025
UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats
Malware

UK manufacturing faces surge in AI-driven cyber threats

A study reveals UK manufacturing is facing a surge in AI-driven cyber threats, with a 50% rise in supply chain attacks now affecting 20% of businesses.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Logicalis Australia achieves Elite MSP Partner status
Data Protection

Logicalis Australia achieves Elite MSP Partner status

Logicalis Australia has garnered Elite MSP Partner status within the Commvault Partner Program, recognising its top-tier performance in data protection solutions.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Balance of leadership and safety crucial to AI Opportunity Action Plan
Data Protection

Balance of leadership and safety crucial to AI Opportunity Action Plan

Sir Keir Starmer is poised to present the AI Opportunity Action Plan, aiming to position the UK as a leader in AI while ensuring safety and innovation harmoniously coexist.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Jan 2025
Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings
Chief Financial Officer

Zero-Based Everything: the proven strategy that's unlocking double-digit savings

As inflation and uncertainty strain budgets, businesses are turning to Zero-Based Everything, a strategy promising savings of 10-25% and up to 50% in procurement.

By Naresh Kumar and Jeremy Smith • 6 min read • Sat, 11th Jan 2025
Logic launches Estilo Luxe LED display for luxury spaces
Semiconductors

Logic launches Estilo Luxe LED display for luxury spaces

LOGIC presents the Estilo Luxe, an advanced LED display that combines cutting-edge technology with an elegant design, perfect for luxury environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jan 2025