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Genesis Energy deploys Databricks to boost AI & data strategy
Digital Transformation

Genesis Energy deploys Databricks to boost AI & data strategy

Genesis Energy will adopt the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to enhance its AI use, boost data management, and train staff in a major digital transformation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2025
Industry leaders urge blockchain policy to protect NZ GDP future
Unified Communications

Industry leaders urge blockchain policy to protect NZ GDP future

Industry leaders warn New Zealand faces losing billions in GDP unless government acts to develop clear blockchain policy and regulatory frameworks.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Exclusive: Givealittle CEO urges Kiwis to give more easily
Fintech

Exclusive: Givealittle CEO urges Kiwis to give more easily

Givealittle uses advanced technology to streamline donations, boosting NZD $325 million given locally and reshaping New Zealand's culture of generosity.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2025
Swyftx becomes first crypto sponsor of Super Rugby Pacific teams
Crypto

Swyftx becomes first crypto sponsor of Super Rugby Pacific teams

Brisbane-based digital asset platform Swyftx has become the first cryptocurrency sponsor of New Zealand's Super Rugby Pacific teams.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Oct 2025
US tech stocks surge ahead of NZX, highlighting need to diversify
Cartech

US tech stocks surge ahead of NZX, highlighting need to diversify

US tech stocks soar, with the S&P 500 up 14.5% versus NZX's 3.2%, urging New Zealand investors to diversify internationally for better returns.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Swyftx signs first crypto sponsorship with NZ Warriors rugby team
Crypto

Swyftx signs first crypto sponsorship with NZ Warriors rugby team

Swyftx signs landmark multi-year crypto sponsorship with New Zealand Warriors, marking the first crypto deal with a pro sports team in New Zealand.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Oct 2025
Westlaw New Zealand launches AI-powered research tools for lawyers
Digital Transformation

Westlaw New Zealand launches AI-powered research tools for lawyers

Thomson Reuters has launched AI-powered research tools in Westlaw New Zealand, enhancing legal research with natural language queries and secure AI features.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
ITPNZ faces liquidation as debts mount & membership declines
Certification

ITPNZ faces liquidation as debts mount & membership declines

ITPNZ faces liquidation due to historic debts and declining membership, with a vote on the future set for 23 October, urging members to withhold renewals.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Westpac NZ partners with Akahu to enhance transaction details
Fintech

Westpac NZ partners with Akahu to enhance transaction details

Westpac NZ teams up with fintech Akahu to offer detailed transaction info, helping customers better understand their statements and cut query calls.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Oct 2025
Google backs NZ subsea cable project to drive $36b of AI benefit for kiwis
Digital Transformation

Google backs NZ subsea cable project to drive $36b of AI benefit for kiwis

AI could boost New Zealand's economy by NZD $36 billion, as Google advances digital infrastructure with the Honomoana subsea cable and AI initiatives.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Eminently suite-able for the NZ market: Reflecting on the rise of cloud ERP
Financial Systems

Eminently suite-able for the NZ market: Reflecting on the rise of cloud ERP

NetSuite's cloud ERP suits New Zealand's small to medium businesses well, with scalable solutions meeting complex needs beyond basic accounting packages.

By Donovan Jackson • 5 min read • Wed, 8th Oct 2025
Aimer Farming secures NZD $750,000 to accelerate global growth
Artificial Intelligence

Aimer Farming secures NZD $750,000 to accelerate global growth

New Zealand's Aimer Farming has secured NZD $750,000 from Cultivate Ventures to expand its AI-driven pasture management tech and grow globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Sony Interactive New Zealand reports stronger annual profit despite lower cash reserves
Interactive

Sony Interactive New Zealand reports stronger annual profit despite lower cash reserves

Sony Interactive Entertainment New Zealand reported a rise in annual profit to NZD $1.22 million despite lower cash reserves and increased costs in 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Donorbees launches to simplify payroll giving for New Zealanders
Human Capital Management

Donorbees launches to simplify payroll giving for New Zealanders

Donorbees launches a New Zealand payroll giving platform, simplifying donations through employers and offering users a digital wallet to support 32 charities.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
Wellington opens Te Rua Archives with NZD $290m climate-resilient façade
Clean technologies

Wellington opens Te Rua Archives with NZD $290m climate-resilient façade

Wellington's NZD $290m Te Rua Archives showcases a climate-resilient, culturally rich façade, safeguarding New Zealand's heritage against earthquakes and climate change.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025
Tall Poppy Syndrome dampens celebration of NZ business success
Customer Experience

Tall Poppy Syndrome dampens celebration of NZ business success

Despite 72% of NZ small business owners hitting milestones, many avoid celebrating due to Tall Poppy Syndrome, impacting morale and wellbeing.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025
Air New Zealand adopts OneReg platform to digitise compliance
Digital Transformation

Air New Zealand adopts OneReg platform to digitise compliance

Air New Zealand's Engineering division has adopted the OneReg platform to digitise compliance and streamline maintenance scheduling and oversight.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
New Zealand faces 30-year wait for GDP to double, OECD warns
Digital Transformation

New Zealand faces 30-year wait for GDP to double, OECD warns

The OECD warns New Zealand's GDP will take over 30 years to double without major changes to leadership and productivity amid rising AI use.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 5 min read • Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
Luxury rental shortage in New Zealand costs economy thousands weekly
Property Market

Luxury rental shortage in New Zealand costs economy thousands weekly

New Zealand faces a shortage of luxury rental homes, losing thousands weekly as high-net-worth visitors struggle to find premium stays, harming the economy.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd Sep 2025