New Zealand (NZ) stories
Rising ransomware speed is pushing ANZ firms to increase spending on recovery strategies as AI gives attackers new ways in.
Enterprise AI projects are stalling because legacy networks and siloed data cannot support the scale, speed and security modern workloads demand.
Local firms risk losing customers unless their online details, reviews and booking options are clear enough for AI tools to recommend them.
Rising AI workloads are forcing APAC firms to invest more in data centres, fibre and energy, while also reshaping customer service and cyber defence.
The move signals Adyen's push to deepen local ties in Asia-Pacific as payment providers compete for merchants across the region.
Fresh warnings in Asia Pacific point to AI boosting productivity while widening cyber exposure, data risks and workforce disruption.
Rising AI costs and security gaps are pushing enterprises to tighten oversight as leaders demand clearer returns from deployments.
Boards are rushing into AI deployments, but leaders say weak data governance and security gaps are now threatening trust and returns.
Without post-launch tracking, councils risk missing savings, faster processing and stronger service delivery from digital upgrades.
Governance gaps are exposing firms to higher AI agent risks, as most now use them daily and many lack policies to control access.
Consumers in Australia and New Zealand are facing longer waits and repeated handovers as companies rush to deploy agentic AI, Genesys found.
London's labour market is recovering, with small firms hiring again as AI use and confidence among workers outpace the UK average.
Thousands of campervans now use rooftop panels to run fridges, lights and laptops off-grid, thanks to cheaper batteries and smarter kits.
New Zealanders will get to pick a national emoji, as 2degrees taps public sentiment and social media habits in a World Emoji Day campaign.
The certification comes as New Zealand tech employers battle skills shortages, with staff praising support, inclusion and career development.
Breaches across New Zealand are increasingly exploiting human trust, with thieves using logins and one-time codes to steal data and funds.
Penalties in the low-to-medium eight figures may barely dent Telstra, as experts say tougher laws are needed to stop repeat outages.
Online shoppers in New Zealand face a sharper risk of fraud as fake stores and remote access attacks exploit trusted digital services.
With NZD $13 billion set to be spent on public technology, the firm says procurement reform could keep more taxpayer money and control at home.
New camera software, AI tools and higher prices are aimed at buyers in New Zealand as smartphone replacement cycles lengthen.