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Bizcap acquires 8fig to expand AI-driven SME funding globally
Fintech

Bizcap acquires 8fig to expand AI-driven SME funding globally

Bizcap has acquired US-based AI-driven platform 8fig to enhance global SME funding, integrating tech to speed up flexible lending across multiple markets.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
NetDocuments sees 72% APAC growth as law firms embrace AI tools
Document Management

NetDocuments sees 72% APAC growth as law firms embrace AI tools

NetDocuments reports 72% growth in APAC as over 20,000 legal professionals adopt its AI-powered document management system nationwide.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Procure Connect to manage NZD $51.5 billion in public spending
Productivity

Procure Connect to manage NZD $51.5 billion in public spending

New Zealand launches Procure Connect to streamline management of NZD $51.5 billion public spending, boosting efficiency and access for local businesses.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Australian & NZ firms struggle with poor data amid AI ambitions
Data Analytics

Australian & NZ firms struggle with poor data amid AI ambitions

Australian and New Zealand firms face poor-quality data and siloed systems, hindering AI ambitions despite pressure to boost data-driven insights and business value.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
NZ urged to harness diaspora leaders for deeper Indian trade ties
Digital Transformation

NZ urged to harness diaspora leaders for deeper Indian trade ties

New Zealand is urged to engage Indian diaspora leaders in shaping trade and digital ties with India, aiming to boost tech growth and economic partnerships.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Samsung & Sky bring 4K UHD sports streaming to New Zealand
Samsung

Samsung & Sky bring 4K UHD sports streaming to New Zealand

Samsung and Sky launch 4K UHD sports streaming in New Zealand, debuting with the Ashes cricket series on Sky Sport Now, enhancing clarity for fans.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
AI training helps regional not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 a year
Data Privacy

AI training helps regional not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 a year

A free AI training programme across regional New Zealand helps not-for-profits save NZD $20,000 annually, boosting efficiency and staff confidence.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
How NZ workers can double holiday breaks with 2026 leave hacks
ANZAC Day

How NZ workers can double holiday breaks with 2026 leave hacks

In 2026, New Zealand workers can potentially double holiday breaks by strategically using annual leave around Easter, Anzac Day and other public holidays.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
MyRepsoft unveils AI platform to automate financial data entry
Data Analytics

MyRepsoft unveils AI platform to automate financial data entry

Auckland's MyRepsoft has launched an AI platform that automates financial data entry, cutting labour costs and boosting efficiency by 85% for enterprises.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
AI reshapes entry-level jobs & skills in Australian workplaces
Risk & Compliance

AI reshapes entry-level jobs & skills in Australian workplaces

AI is transforming Australian entry-level jobs, slowing hiring and shifting skills from degrees to technical certifications and practical experience.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Teacher's Buddy raises AUD $1.85m to tackle teacher burnout
TechEd

Teacher's Buddy raises AUD $1.85m to tackle teacher burnout

Australian edtech firm Teacher's Buddy secures AUD $1.85m to ease teacher burnout by cutting admin tasks and expanding internationally.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
SiloSure feed monitoring aims to boost NZ farm efficiency, safety
Supply Chain

SiloSure feed monitoring aims to boost NZ farm efficiency, safety

GrainSure and Nutrinza launch SiloSure, a solar-powered feed-silo monitoring system to boost safety and efficiency on New Zealand farms.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
AI & data sharing unite NZ power firms to boost grid resilience
Drones

AI & data sharing unite NZ power firms to boost grid resilience

Four major New Zealand power firms unite with Google X's Tapestry project to use AI for smarter grid inspections, boosting resilience for 510,000 customers.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
AI transforms New Zealand jobs as entry-level hiring slows
Human Capital Management

AI transforms New Zealand jobs as entry-level hiring slows

A study shows 87% of New Zealand firms face AI-driven job changes, with entry-level hiring slowing and a growing focus on reskilling and AI training.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Samsung digitises B2B partner management with Engage IQ portal
Digital Transformation

Samsung digitises B2B partner management with Engage IQ portal

Samsung and Engage IQ have launched a digital B2B Connect Partner Portal in New Zealand to streamline deal management and boost channel partner collaboration.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Jade Software to acquire Contec, boosting SaaS & dairy focus
Agricultural Technology

Jade Software to acquire Contec, boosting SaaS & dairy focus

Jade Software to acquire Contec, enhancing its SaaS portfolio and boosting annual revenue by up to 25% through expansion in global dairy supply chain software.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
New Zealand motorists face new road user charges & compliance tests
Clean technologies

New Zealand motorists face new road user charges & compliance tests

By 2027, 3.5 million petrol vehicles in New Zealand will join the road user charges system, raising concerns over driver compliance and administrative challenges.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Hidden cyberattacks & ransom threats rising for NZ businesses
Ransomware

Hidden cyberattacks & ransom threats rising for NZ businesses

Most cyberattacks on New Zealand businesses go unreported, with NSP warning ransom payments are more common than widely known, exposing firms to hidden risks.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025