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Kiwi stories
Westpac NZ automates loan income checks with Akahu
Applicants for Westpac NZ personal loans can now get faster approvals, as the bank's online system automatically sorts income and expense data.
Spark Upgrader lets users stack phone trade-in offers
Many New Zealanders could be sitting on valuable handsets, with Spark saying 70% of households have at least one unused mobile phone.
Lodestone Energy secures IPO backing for NZX debut
Renewed appetite for new equity issues in New Zealand is set to be tested by the solar developer's first major float in about five years.
AskNicely & JAVLN partner to boost broker retention
The tie-up could help brokers spot at-risk clients earlier by linking service records with real-time feedback before renewals are due.
NZ firms need better systems before scaling AI, Reframr
Only 2% of New Zealand organisations see themselves as AI teamwork leaders, as most spending still favours technology over people.
Wise launches multi-currency interest in New Zealand
The new product lets customers earn daily returns on NZD, USD and euro balances without locking money away, in a market dominated by term deposits.
Editor Interviews
Conversations with technology leaders, founders and operators.
Float: Exposing the hidden costs of insurance premiums
Policyholders could save thousands as Float says hidden commissions of 15% to 25% and admin-heavy renewals are inflating premiums.
Yesterday
Scaling AI means reinventing how work gets done
The shift could reshape hiring, audits and pay as firms move from AI pilots to automated workflows that rely on new guardrails.
Yesterday
Workday is a Fortune 500 startup reborn for the AI era
Its AI-first overhaul has cut layers, sped product cycles and left the company betting that startup-style speed can still serve Fortune 500 customers.
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CFOs prioritise trust over speed in AI adoption journey
Finance chiefs see AI as a risk-management issue first, with clean data and human oversight seen as essential to protect statements and audits.
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Expert Opinions
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From Payment Card to Digital Trust Infrastructure: How Cards Are Evolving
Banks are using payment cards as trust anchors to link onboarding, wallet enrolment and fraud checks without adding more customer friction.
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Everyone gets one Halloween a year. Finance teams get twelve
Late-arriving receipts, approvals and invoices force finance teams into repeated month-end firefights, wasting time that should be spent on judgement.
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7 Steps to Implement Digital Identity Verification Successfully
Poorly designed checks can block genuine customers or let fraudsters through, so leaders need a risk-based verification flow that preserves conversion.
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Asia Pacific leads shift to software-defined manufacturing
Rising labour shortages and geopolitical pressure are pushing manufacturers towards automation, with Asia Pacific now accounting for 74% of new robot deployments.
Investec taps Navan to modernise global travel programme
The bank wants a single system to cut admin, tighten spending oversight and improve compliance across its international travel programme.
Kotter launches AI accelerator to boost business value
Many large firms are struggling to turn AI spending into measurable returns, leaving executives with fragmented projects and unclear priorities.
Gresham launches AI tool to speed up reconciliations
Banks could cut reconciliation setup time sharply as Gresham's new AI interface lets business users build controls without specialist support.
Our Editorial Team
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Anthony Caruana
Interview Editor
Anthony has been living and breathing technology since he was a child. He has contributed to almost every major technology publication in Australia as well as editing a few along the way. In his spare time, he likes to run, especially on trails, and plays Australian Rules football through the winter.
David Shilovsky
Interview Editor
David joins us from a primarly sports reporting background, but has a keen interest across all facets of technology, especially any Apple product, the latest in OLED televisions and gaming consoles. He brings significant editorial experience to the role, with various digital and print publications on his CV. In his spare time, David enjoys watching or playing sport, playing video games and checking out live music.
Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with TechDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key.
Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin
News Editor
A passionate gamer with a strong love for manga, webtoons, and binge-worthy series. With one year of professional experience in editing and publishing, bringing a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for storytelling, focusing on creating and refining content that connects with modern audiences.
Karen Joy Bacudo
Finance Editor
Karen wears two hats with us, balancing her role as an editor while assisting with our finances and accounting. This means she has her finger on the pulse whether its writing content or reconciling numbers. On both sides she brings the same level of accuracy and precision.
Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
AI pricing puts software firms under margin pressure
Margins are already being squeezed as 41% of software vendors say AI delivery costs are eroding profits and customers resist unpredictable bills.
Yesterday
Reco raises USD $55 million as AI agent security grows
Backers are betting that enterprise AI oversight will need sharper tools, as the security software company brings total funding to USD $140 million.
3 days ago
Oracle launches Fusion Claw for autonomous business tasks
Businesses can now delegate more complex finance, HR and supply chain work to governed AI, as Oracle expands its agentic software suite to 75 applications.
4 days ago
RSA launches Agent ID for regulated AI agent control
Regulated firms can now track shadow AI as RSA says Agent ID will help banks and public bodies assign owners and approvals to agents.
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