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Why Kiwi investors can't afford to ignore the world beyond our shores
Cartech

Why Kiwi investors can't afford to ignore the world beyond our shores

Kiwi investors face rising risks by focusing solely on local markets, as a 10% NZD drop boosts returns for those diversifying into global equities, especially US tech.

By Michael McCarthy • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Oct 2025
Manuka AI launches ANZ operations amid AUD $28m annual spend
Data Analytics

Manuka AI launches ANZ operations amid AUD $28m annual spend

Manuka AI launches in Australia and New Zealand to help enterprises improve ROI on AUD $28m annual data and AI investments with Databricks platform.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
JAVLN names new senior leaders to drive AI & ANZ expansion
Data Analytics

JAVLN names new senior leaders to drive AI & ANZ expansion

JAVLN appoints three senior leaders to boost AI innovation and accelerate expansion across Australia and New Zealand's insurance software markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Why it's vital to bring all of your customers on your CX transformation journey
Data Analytics

Why it's vital to bring all of your customers on your CX transformation journey

Australian banks must use AI and personalised service to rebuild trust and enhance customer experience across all age groups and regions.

By Jeremy Thomas • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025
ARC: A framework for successful AI adoption
Digital Transformation

ARC: A framework for successful AI adoption

The ARC framework guides AI success by focusing on acceleration, replacement and creation to build new business value beyond mere automation and hype.

By Mina Mousa • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Shippit launches AI platform to help retailers close delivery gap
Digital Transformation

Shippit launches AI platform to help retailers close delivery gap

Shippit launches AI platform across Australia and New Zealand to help retailers close the AUD $18 billion delivery gap and boost online sales.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
SAP Best Tech Awards 2025 celebrate digital innovation in ANZ
Data Analytics

SAP Best Tech Awards 2025 celebrate digital innovation in ANZ

The SAP Best Tech Awards 2025 honoured ANZ organisations, including Telstra and Woolworths, for excellence in digital transformation and innovative SAP technology use.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Vietnam tops the list for high ATM fees faced by Kiwi travellers
Money management

Vietnam tops the list for high ATM fees faced by Kiwi travellers

New data shows Vietnam charges Kiwi travellers the highest ATM fees globally, with average third-party costs of 27.1% per withdrawal, the biggest worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 6th Oct 2025
JAVLN raises AUD $6 million to boost AI & expand in Australia
Document Management

JAVLN raises AUD $6 million to boost AI & expand in Australia

JAVLN has raised AUD $6 million to advance AI integration and expand its cloud-based insurance software across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025
Chainlink & major banks unite to cut $58 billion costs in global corporate actions
Digital Transformation

Chainlink & major banks unite to cut $58 billion costs in global corporate actions

Chainlink and 24 major banks collaborate to reduce $58 billion global corporate actions costs, using AI and blockchain for real-time data sharing and automation.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
The missing layer in cybersecurity: Business context
Ransomware

The missing layer in cybersecurity: Business context

Despite rising cybersecurity investment, many firms lack business context, leaving them vulnerable to costly operational disruption and financial losses from cyber incidents.

By Sam Salehi • 5 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Australian mid caps risk falling behind as large firms lead in AI
Open source

Australian mid caps risk falling behind as large firms lead in AI

Only 27% of ASX 200 firms reported AI use in 2025, lagging behind US and UK; large caps lead while mid caps risk falling behind in adoption.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2025
Ping Identity appoints Daniel Gardner ANZ sales director
Hybrid Cloud

Ping Identity appoints Daniel Gardner ANZ sales director

Ping Identity has appointed Daniel Gardner as Sales Director for Australia and New Zealand to boost its identity platform presence in the region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Sep 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Australia & New Zealand stories

Ingram Micro boosts local IT growth with new Xvantage platform
Artificial Intelligence

Ingram Micro boosts local IT growth with new Xvantage platform

Ingram Micro uplifts Australia's IT sector with its Xvantage platform, enhancing automation and integration for over 5,500 partners since April 2024.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Oct 2025
US tech stocks surge ahead of NZX, highlighting need to diversify
Cartech

US tech stocks surge ahead of NZX, highlighting need to diversify

US tech stocks soar, with the S&P 500 up 14.5% versus NZX's 3.2%, urging New Zealand investors to diversify internationally for better returns.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Fortidia acquires Kwik Kopy Australia, expands ANZ presence
Partner Programmes

Fortidia acquires Kwik Kopy Australia, expands ANZ presence

Fortidia has acquired Kwik Kopy Australia, expanding its business services presence in ANZ while retaining the local brand and leadership team.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
ANZ warns small businesses after AUD $84 million cyber losses
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

ANZ warns small businesses after AUD $84 million cyber losses

ANZ warns Australian small businesses to stay vigilant as scams cause AUD $84 million losses amid rising cybercrime threats in 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Australia's cyber security landscape is changing - here's what businesses think
Firewalls

Australia's cyber security landscape is changing - here's what businesses think

Australian businesses face a cyber security 'perfect storm' in 2025 as AI, stricter rules and smarter attacks reshape risk and defence strategies.

By Dan McLean • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025