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Amber Technology partners with Rycote for ANZ distribution
Film

Amber Technology partners with Rycote for ANZ distribution

Amber Technology has partnered with Rycote to distribute its premium microphone windshields and suspension systems across Australia and New Zealand.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
CISOs gain greater influence in corporate boardrooms
Security Information and Event Management

CISOs gain greater influence in corporate boardrooms

A global study reveals a significant shift in the role of Chief Information Security Officers, with 82% now reporting to CEOs and active in board meetings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
Data Privacy Day highlights urgency for data control in ANZ
Encryption

Data Privacy Day highlights urgency for data control in ANZ

As Data Privacy Day approaches, a new survey reveals 70% of Australians feel powerless over their data, highlighting urgent calls for enhanced data protection.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
Infoblox expands in NZ with senior appointments, new suite
Cybersecurity

Infoblox expands in NZ with senior appointments, new suite

Infoblox has strengthened its New Zealand team by appointing two senior executives to meet rising demand for its cloud networking and security services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Jaywing & InvoCare partner to boost digital services
Digital Transformation

Jaywing & InvoCare partner to boost digital services

Jaywing has been appointed by InvoCare to enhance digital customer experiences across 60 brands in Australia, New Zealand, and Singapore.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Email attacks surge in APAC, phishing up by 30% in 2024
Malware

Email attacks surge in APAC, phishing up by 30% in 2024

New research from Abnormal Security highlights a 26.9% rise in advanced email attacks in the Asia-Pacific, with phishing emerging as the leading threat.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
DigiCert strengthens EMEA & APAC teams with new VPs
Data Protection

DigiCert strengthens EMEA & APAC teams with new VPs

DigiCert has appointed Paul Holt and James Cook as EMEA and APAC Group Vice Presidents respectively, aiming to enhance digital trust services across both regions.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 22nd Jan 2025
Middlebank & SimPPLY unite to boost supply chain efficiency
EduTech

Middlebank & SimPPLY unite to boost supply chain efficiency

Middlebank Consulting Group and SimPPLY have formed a partnership to enhance supply chain visibility, aiming to cut third-party costs by up to 15%.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Rapid Circle announces new leadership for ANZ region
EduTech

Rapid Circle announces new leadership for ANZ region

Rapid Circle has appointed George Stavrakakis as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, aiming to enhance its growth in the region's tech sector.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries
Physical Security

Avast expands Secure Identity to 15 more countries

Avast has launched its Secure Identity solution in 15 new countries, including the UK and Australia, in response to a surge in identity theft and data breaches.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Snapper expands presence to 20 countries with Mosaiq tech
Digital Transformation

Snapper expands presence to 20 countries with Mosaiq tech

New Zealand's Snapper Services has extended its reach to nearly 20 countries, leveraging Mosaiq tech to enhance global public transport systems.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

'Crypto is a tax-free investment' (*and other crypto tax myths!)
Crypto

'Crypto is a tax-free investment' (*and other crypto tax myths!)

As crypto gains popularity, common myths about tax obligations arise, but experts stress that profits made from crypto transactions are taxable in New Zealand.

By Janine Grainger • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
New Zealand invests NZD $20bn in data infrastructure boom
Unified Communications

New Zealand invests NZD $20bn in data infrastructure boom

New Zealand is set to transform its economy with over NZD $20 billion in data centre investments, positioning itself as a key player in the Asia-Pacific digital landscape.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Jan 2025
New rideshare app Carpoolin launched in New Zealand
Gaming

New rideshare app Carpoolin launched in New Zealand

Saveun Man has unveiled Carpoolin, a rideshare app designed to alleviate New Zealand's traffic woes, focusing on affordability and community engagement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2025
Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success
EduTech

Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success

A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager
Partner Programmes

Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager

Lenovo has appointed Victoria Mahan as General Manager for New Zealand, succeeding Libby MacGregor, to lead operations from Auckland.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Netsafe & Sticks 'n Stones unite to fight bullying
Cyberbullying

Netsafe & Sticks 'n Stones unite to fight bullying

Netsafe and Sticks 'n Stones have formed a strategic partnership to combat bullying and improve digital wellbeing for young people across New Zealand.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role
Firewalls

Kusania Cairns joins Gallagher Security in key role

Kusania Cairns has been appointed as Business Development Manager at Gallagher Security, aiming to strengthen partner relationships in the South Island.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025