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LEGO is once again on point with its amazing design aesthetic because the series is full of cute characters and setpieces.

Google has introduced new policies to protect users and guard against bad apps, prioritising safety on Google Play.

A researcher discovered the vulnerability in a free app called Automatic call recorder, offered for free on the App Store for iPhone.

Xero launches new authentication app, Xero Verify, as part of its phased rollout of mandatory multifactor authentication.

AI application growth will be constrained by technology vendors embedding AI functionality into existing software products with greater frequency.

Only 10% of organisations run half or more business apps on Kubernetes due to security and networking issues, according to research from Volterra.

Sony adds Apple TV app to selected smart TVs in New Zealand, offering access to Apple TV+ and other streaming services.

Developers can qualify for the programme and a reduced 15% commission if they earned up to US$1 million in proceeds during the previous calendar year.

Asia Pacific exposed to $945m in app install fraud in H1 2020, with finance the most targeted category, according to AppsFlyer report.

New app Yelsa, dubbed the Tinder of real estate, connects sellers with buyers in New Zealand, potentially saving thousands in fees and marketing costs.

deVere Group launches Ident Me app for secure identity verification and notary services, adding to its fintech portfolio.

LEGO and Nintendo have unveiled their new LEGO Super Mario product range, offering interactive gameplay and endless creative possibilities.

Xero has partnered with Coveo to enhance its app marketplace search for small businesses with the help of machine learning.

A mandatory track and trace app must be made available to all visitors into New Zealand, says Jupl co-founder Sir Ray Avery.

Kiwi firm Emerge Aotearoa launches Ignite Aotearoa, a platform offering businesses flexible online mental health and wellbeing resources to support staff.

The Lens Scanner allows customers to quickly and effortlessly perform their own eye test to retrieve their glasses prescription online.

The Australian Government and tech firm Delv have launched a COVID-19 app offering a centralised source of news, resources, and updates for citizens.

The tech giant has also banned outright entertainment or game apps which use the coronavirus as a theme or central idea.

Feeling down online? Pedigree’s new app encourages Kiwis to share pet pics to combat social media negativity and improve mental health.

Pegasystems unveiled Pega Express, a pioneering low-code methodology within Pega Platform, enabling rapid design and deployment of Minimum Lovable Products.