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Thryv says AI is redefining women’s tech leadership
Software-as-a-Service

Thryv says AI is redefining women’s tech leadership

AI is pushing women in small businesses into technology leadership roles, as Thryv says customer and operations experience now counts more.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month
Bravura names new APAC leaders to boost global wealth
Software-as-a-Service

Bravura names new APAC leaders to boost global wealth

Bravura is tightening links between regions as it seeks to help clients across Asia Pacific and EMEA navigate wealth software changes.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
HCS launches 24/7 managed services with €1.45m investment
Data Protection

HCS launches 24/7 managed services with €1.45m investment

Customers facing outages and cyber threats will get round-the-clock monitoring as HCS expands support across Ireland and New Zealand.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last month
TCS backs seven charities with pro bono tech support
Data Protection

TCS backs seven charities with pro bono tech support

Seven charities will get free technology help as cyber risks and rising demand strain not-for-profits across Australia and New Zealand.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last month
Ray White upgrades contact centre with AI oversight
Unified Communications

Ray White upgrades contact centre with AI oversight

Supervisors can now target call reviews and coaching more quickly as the 110-agent unit adds transcripts, scorecards and compliance tools.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last month
RDC.AI targets North America with banking software
Software-as-a-Service

RDC.AI targets North America with banking software

Banks are broadening use of RDC.AI's software as the Australian-founded group reports more than 120 per cent growth in existing customers.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month
iPresence launches kubi 2.0 on Kickstarter globally
Robotics

iPresence launches kubi 2.0 on Kickstarter globally

Crowdfunding will open access to a redesigned telepresence robot for schools, hospitals and offices, with donation-backed units for needy recipients.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last month
OpenAI hacked Medicare portal, Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says
Data Protection

OpenAI hacked Medicare portal, Australia Prime Minister Anthony Albanese says

Australia has launched a taskforce after an AI agent accessed non-public Medicare files and other government data, Albanese said.

By RNZ • 5 min read • Last month
V1 Innovation launches Tika legal service in New Zealand
Software-as-a-Service

V1 Innovation launches Tika legal service in New Zealand

Survivors of sexual harm in New Zealand will now be able to get free legal representation and report abuse through a new platform.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Last month

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

It took 20 years to start regulating social media - will AI controls come sooner?
Data Protection

It took 20 years to start regulating social media - will AI controls come sooner?

Public pressure for AI guardrails is surging faster than it did for social media, as Australia joins a growing coalition urging action.

By John Hartevelt • 5 min read • Last month
Author-it demo shows AI clashes in regulated sectors
Software-as-a-Service

Author-it demo shows AI clashes in regulated sectors

In regulated industries, conflicting document versions can turn AI answers into audit risks, service errors and costly rechecks.

By Raphael Veloso • 4 min read • Last month
auDA faces backlash over .com.au eligibility shake-up
Small Business

auDA faces backlash over .com.au eligibility shake-up

Business groups warn the .au rule change could force millions of registrants to prove eligibility again, adding fees and risking lost domains.

By Mara Sugue • 5 min read • Last month
The C-Suite Playbook: 11 Lessons for emerging tech leaders
Software-as-a-Service

The C-Suite Playbook: 11 Lessons for emerging tech leaders

Emerging tech leaders were urged to focus on storytelling, risk and resilience as four C-suite mentors shared practical career advice in Auckland.

By Tom Chan • 3 min read • Last month
Daylight savings prompts warning of summer weather surprises
Auckland Council

Daylight savings prompts warning of summer weather surprises

Aucklanders are being told to brace for dry spells, strong winds and storm risk as a strong El Niño raises summer pressure on water supplies.

By Torika Tokalau • 3 min read • Last month
Public shut out of port discussions at Southland council
Local Government

Public shut out of port discussions at Southland council

Ratepayers are still waiting to hear whether Environment Southland has approved a cut to its South Port stake after two closed meetings.

By Matthew Rosenberg • 2 min read • Last month
Kiwi are shopping for smartphones the wrong way
Financing

Kiwi are shopping for smartphones the wrong way

Rising handset prices are pushing buyers to factor in trade-ins, bills and financing, not just the sticker price, when upgrading.

By Sam Bruce • 3 min read • Last month
Meth, luxury cars and first-class flights: Inside Operation Juneau
Crypto

Meth, luxury cars and first-class flights: Inside Operation Juneau

Police say gang cash funded first-class holidays, five-star stays and a Dubai car-rental business as six men face drugs and laundering charges.

By Sam Sherwood • 3 min read • Last month
Labour pledges $4 billion for state houses, school repairs and hospitals
Schools

Labour pledges $4 billion for state houses, school repairs and hospitals

Unemployment at an 11-year high is driving Labour's plan to spend more than GBP £4 billion on jobs and public repairs.

By Lillian Hanly • 2 min read • Last month