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One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector
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Nick Quin joins technology firm One NZ as new Head of Public Sector, tasked with bolstering the company's relationships with government, and driving their technological transformations.
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Trend Micro & AWS partner for largest cybersecurity roadshow in 2024
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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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Orro secures Liquid IT in first overseas expansion
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Australian digital infrastructure provider Orro makes its first international move by acquiring New Zealand-based Liquid IT.
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Avec expands into New Zealand, appointing Sam Collins as GM
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Project management firm, Avec, kickstarts expansion into New Zealand with the appointment of Sam Collins as General Manager, leveraging its Australian success.
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Ingram Micro Showcase 2024 set to shape Kiwi tech future
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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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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Aotearoa New Zealand sees dip in Boxing Day spending
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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Aotearoa New Zealand sees slight decline in Boxing Day spending in 2023, which could be disappointing for retailers, a new report reveals.
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Microsoft Surface repairs now available nationwide in NZ
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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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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Gallagher Security promotes federated identity at Wellington showcase
Wed, 29th Nov 2023
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Gallagher Security highlighted the importance of federated identity at their Wellington Security Showcase in New Zealand.
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RedShield bolsters ties with AWS to offer advanced cybersecurity services
Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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RedShield strengthens association with Amazon Web Services (AWS), enhancing cybersecurity solutions and DDoS protection for greater threat management.
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Accenture to acquire New Zealand IT services provider Solnet
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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Accenture is set to expand its cloud first capabilities in New Zealand with the acquisition of Wellington-based IT services provider Solnet.
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New Zealand cybersecurity recognised at iSANZ Awards 2023
Wed, 15th Nov 2023
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2023 iSANZ Awards recognises New Zealand's cybersecurity talents, lauding innovation and dedication within the industry.
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Kiwi SMEs increasingly shunning technology amid DX fears
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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New Zealand SMEs are avoiding emerging technologies due to digital transformation fears, warns Smarketing Lab director.
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2023 iSANZ Awards: Finalists announced highlighting Kiwi talent
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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iSANZ Awards 2023 announces finalists for NZ's top cybersecurity honours, with varied categories. Winners to be revealed soon.
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Green Light Worldwide keeps growing with new Wellington Expansion
Thu, 21st Sep 2023
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Seasoned IT services business leader Nathan Bentley has joined Green Light Worldwide to head growth in Wellington and beyond.
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Mission Ready's grand entry: Wellington's tech talent revolution
Wed, 20th Sep 2023
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Tech community in Wellington prepares for the eagerly awaited launch event of Mission Ready, a leading tech organization in the city.
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Bluehex acquires 1Call, expanding IT services across New Zealand
Mon, 28th Aug 2023
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A leading IT company in Wellington has acquired a renowned Blenheim-based firm, enhancing its services and reach across NZ.
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Lánluas Expands Team, Boosts Trans-Tasman Presence
Wed, 26th Apr 2023
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The new hires, based in Melbourne, Australia, and Wellington, New Zealand, bring a wealth of technical and industry experience.
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Silverstripe appoints Tobias Oschwald as CEO
Fri, 31st Mar 2023
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Silverstripe, a leading tech company in New Zealand, has named Tobias Oschwald as its new CEO, aiming to continue on its growth path.
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Gallagher appoints Jones as Technical Account Manager
Fri, 9th Dec 2022
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16-year security expert Robbie Jones joins Gallagher as Technical Account Manager, bringing on-site and government experience to the New Zealand sales team.
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RUSH appoints Tim Packer as Wellington general manager
Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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RUSH, the leading technology and design studio in New Zealand, appoints Tim Packer as Wellington General Manager for a new phase of growth.
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Game review: Mini Motorways (PC)
Wed, 23rd Feb 2022
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Dinosaur Polo Club’s follow-up to Mini Metro, Mini Motorways has added Wellington, NZ to the list of cities players can cover with roads.
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Morrison & Co join takeover of Australia's Telstra mobile towers
Thu, 1st Jul 2021
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telecommunications
Wellington-based investment manager Morrison & Co is part of a group buying 49 percent of Australian telecommunication giant Telstra's mobile towers business.
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Wellington Airport offers travellers a sneak peek of 5G
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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The trial will run until December 9. But the trial is far from fully-fledged – only five users can connect to the 5G device and only for five minutes at a time.
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Wellington gets the VR treatment as world's first gamified city
Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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If you’ve never been to ‘the coolest little capital in the world’, now’s your chance to experience it in the comfort of your own home.