About Melvin

Melvin Hipolito
Editor
Melvin, a maths teacher, seamlessly balances his analytical business skills, evident in his ability to streamline operations and create clear documentation, with a deep passion for the imaginative narratives of anime and comics, demonstrating a versatile mind that thrives on both logic and creativity.
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Neglected software updates put Kiwi SMEs at cyber threat risk
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Neglected software updates are exposing New Zealand SMEs to cyber risks, with delays in patching third-party apps raising chances of attacks and data breaches.

Suntory boosts wellness with Rimini-driven Comado app launch
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
Suntory partners with Rimini Street to launch Comado, a gamified wellness app, delivered within four months with no extra costs, boosting digital health engagement.

Smartsheet appoints Stephanie Berner as Chief Customer Officer
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
Smartsheet appoints Stephanie Berner as Chief Customer Officer to enhance customer success and integrate AI across its platform for global growth.

Merkle Aotearoa names Stéphan Willemse Head of Digital Experience
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Merkle Aotearoa has appointed Stéphan Willemse as Head of Digital Experience to enhance customer experience through innovative, integrated digital solutions.

Steve Cooke marks 20 years at Gallagher Security in NZ role
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soc
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partner programmes
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security industry
Steve Cooke celebrates 20 years at Gallagher Security, marking 40 years in security with a strong impact across New Zealand and the Pacific.

TRU wins top honours for OpenSSH vulnerability research at Pwnie Awards
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ai
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cybersecurity
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qualys
Qualys' Threat Research Unit won two Pwnie Awards for uncovering critical OpenSSH vulnerabilities, including the first pre-authentication RCE flaw in nearly 20 years.

Dean Grandy named Global Head of Government at KPMG International
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digital transformation
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public sector
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data management
Dean Grandy has been appointed Global Head of Government at KPMG International, leading the firm’s global public sector advisory team.

JCDecaux unveils digital network at Southern Cross Station
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martech
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clean technologies
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sustainability
JCDecaux has launched a renewable-energy-powered digital media network at Melbourne's Southern Cross Station, featuring 3D screens and experiential zones.

Employees favour AI collaboration but resist AI in management roles
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digital transformation
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ai security
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genai
New research shows 75% of employees welcome AI as work partners but only 30% are comfortable with AI acting as their manager.

Shayne Blazley appointed to lead HDR BES growth in ANZ region
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construction
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engineering
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hdr
HDR has appointed Shayne Blazley as Regional Business Development Director to drive growth of its Building Engineering Services in Australia and New Zealand.

Ui-jong Choi appointed Chief Technology Officer at Hyperconnect
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ai
Ui-jong Choi, with 20 years in gaming tech, is appointed CTO at Korea’s Hyperconnect to lead global innovation and AI development.

Australian tech sector urges swift digital skills reforms
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digital transformation
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ai
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cybersecurity
Australian tech sector backs swift digital skills reforms to bridge a AUD $25 billion gap and boost economic growth by 2035, says ACS.

Calls grow for KiwiSaver diversification as Bitcoin yields soar
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crypto
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risk & compliance
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defi
Calls rise for KiwiSaver diversification as Bitcoin's 76-fold return over 10 years dwarfs typical fund growth, urging advisers to embrace digital assets.

Fortinet upgrades FortiRecon to boost proactive cyber defences
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firewalls
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ransomware
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network security
Fortinet has upgraded FortiRecon with AI-driven threat intelligence and automation to help organisations identify and prioritise cyber risks proactively.

IDeaS Spotlight wins Skift award for data-driven hospitality
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data analytics
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partner programmes
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bi
IDeaS Spotlight has won the Skift IDEA Award for data-driven marketing, helping hospitality providers boost revenue through real-time demand insights.

NZ export levels remain strong as firms eye UK & Japan growth
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r&d
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free trade
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fta
Most New Zealand exporters sustained or boosted exports last year, with growing interest in UK and Japan markets amid trade tensions and tariff concerns.

Granicus debuts Service Cloud to boost council digital services
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
Granicus has launched its Service Cloud platform in Australia and New Zealand to help councils enhance digital services and boost community engagement.

Blue Yonder grows with acquisitions & AI as supply chains adapt
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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supply chain
Blue Yonder expands with acquisitions and AI, securing major clients and boosting supply chain efficiency amid inflation and regulatory challenges in Q2 2025.

Elastic launches Logs Essentials for cost-effective cloud log analytics
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data analytics
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cloud services
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software engineering
Elastic launches Logs Essentials, a cost-effective, serverless log analytics tier on Elastic Cloud for SREs, offering scalable insights without infrastructure hassle.

Genetec retains top global ranking in video surveillance software
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cloud security
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soc
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physical security
Genetec has held its top global spot in video surveillance software, leading in VSaaS and growing market share across Americas, EMEA, and Asia Pacific regions.