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Every retail company needs to be a technology company

Retailers in Australia and New Zealand must act like technology firms, using real-time data and strong security to thrive during peak shopping seasons.

By Carolyn Duby • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Customer Relationship Management

Thryv launches AI marketing tool to boost home service growth

Thryv has launched an AI marketing tool in Australia and New Zealand to help home service businesses automate sales and boost their online presence.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Human Capital Management

Humanforce appoints Liam McNeill to drive international growth

Humanforce appoints Liam McNeill as SVP International to expand in EMEA and North America, targeting larger enterprise clients with AI-powered workforce management.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Crypto

Locate Technologies debuts on NZX with Bitcoin-led treasury shift

Locate Technologies is the first New Zealand-listed firm to adopt Bitcoin as its main treasury asset after moving from the ASX to the NZX for a more supportive market.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Digital Transformation

Eagle Eye reshapes APAC leadership to boost USD $10 million growth

Eagle Eye restructures APAC leadership with new key appointments to accelerate growth beyond USD $10 million in the Asia-Pacific region.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Productivity

Singapore launches pilot for flexible executive hiring to boost productivity

Singapore launches a government-backed pilot to boost productivity by pairing firms with flexible, fractional executive hires for short-term leadership roles.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Data Analytics

Lion partners with TCS to drive IT overhaul & AI innovation

Lion partners with Tata Consultancy Services to modernise IT systems and adopt AI, boosting efficiency and innovation across Australia and New Zealand operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Sat, 29th Nov 2025

Software-as-a-Service

LabelBlind secures USD $500,000 to boost global food labelling

LabelBlind raises USD $500,000 seed funding to expand its AI-driven food labelling platform across 30+ global markets, speeding compliance and exports.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Nov 2025

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New Zealand (NZ) stories

Generative AI

Google reveals New Zealand's top trending searches for 2025

In 2025, New Zealanders' top Google searches reflected safety concerns, self-sufficiency trends, political engagement, and viral internet culture.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Dec 2025

Firewalls

Westcon-Comstor expands NZ portfolio with Ivanti agreement

Westcon-Comstor has partnered with Ivanti to distribute its IT and security software across New Zealand, enhancing offerings for local channel partners.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

EduTech

AI adoption could boost NZ productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038

AI could boost New Zealand's productivity by NZD $108 billion by 2038, doubling current rates through improved skills, infrastructure, and public sector digitisation.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Generative AI

Norton launches Neo AI browser with expanded privacy features

Norton has launched Neo, an AI-native browser with strong privacy and security features, now freely available on MacOS and Windows worldwide including New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Dec 2025

Crypto

Bitcoin 2.0 - 2025 is the year crypto grew up (mostly!)

In 2025, Bitcoin matured as governments bought it and institutions integrated it, transforming crypto from speculative frenzy to a stable asset class.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Data Analytics

New Zealand Police cuts case times to hours with automation

New Zealand Police has cut case processing times from two weeks to under four hours using Appian's automation platform, enhancing efficiency and service.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Network Infrastructure

One NZ speeds up network repairs with Amazon Bedrock powered AI

One NZ uses Amazon Bedrock-powered AI to speed network repairs, cutting analysis time by 80% and improving response during outages and storms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

New Zealand urged to boost cyber security as threats diversify

New Zealand organisations face growing cyber threats from state actors and criminals, urged to strengthen defences as attacks target all sizes and sectors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Dec 2025

Health Technologies

Digital GP platform launches in New Zealand to ease clinic strain

New Zealand's digital GP platform Moshy launches telehealth services to ease clinic strain by shifting non-urgent consultations online, starting with weight loss support.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025

Agricultural Technology

Gallagher wins supreme honours as export growth tops 32 percent

Gallagher wins Supreme Award at NZ International Business Awards, boasting 32% export growth and aiming for NZD $1 billion global revenue soon.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025

Te Reo Māori

Digital NZSL library to boost access for Deaf New Zealanders

A new digital New Zealand Sign Language library, featuring 10,000 signs and avatars, will enhance communication for Deaf Kiwis from early next year.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025

Customer Experience

Half of New Zealand's small businesses lack websites as consumers turn away from social media

Nearly half of New Zealand's small businesses lack a website, despite 74% of consumers valuing websites over social media for engaging with organisations.