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LRN earns global recognition for financial services courses

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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LRN has earned global accreditations for its financial services compliance courses from CISI, IBF Singapore and The CPD Certification Service.
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Crunchyroll & Spotify partner to enhance anime music experience

Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Crunchyroll partners with Spotify to launch curated anime music playlists, enriching fans' experience. Global anime music streams on Spotify have surged by 395% since 2021.
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Infinigate Group invests in Wavelink to expand into ANZ market

Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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Infinigate has invested in Wavelink, securing a majority stake and cementing its entry into the ANZ market while enabling Wavelink to operate autonomously.
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AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media

Wed, 29th May 2024
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Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.
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Metropolis launches new .metropolis Web3 domains with Unstoppable

Wed, 22nd May 2024
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Metropolis, a bustling SocialFi network with 400+ creators and brands, unveils user-owned digital identities via .metropolis Web3 domains in partnership with Unstoppable Domains.
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Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice

Fri, 3rd May 2024
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Data Democratisation offers the potential for self-service solutions, but risks of misuse call for a careful balance between user empowerment and proper data management practices.
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New Zealand online daters turn to AI for love amid increased scams

Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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More than half of New Zealand's online daters are open to using AI as a dating coach, despite increasing risks such as dating scams, reveals Norton's Cyber Safety Insights Report 2024.
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Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start

Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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Despite the proven benefits, the untapped potential of data and AI within the mining industry remains overlooked due to traditional mindset, uncertain ROI and a lack of skills and expertise.
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Nuix warns lack of diversity in AI is leading to biased outcomes

Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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Software provider Nuix raises concerns over the lack of diversity in AI coding, affirming the lack can lead to biased data and flawed AI outcomes.
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IWD 2024: Embrace Your Vulnerability to Drive Growth

Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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On International Women's Day 2024, women are urged to harness moments of vulnerability and change to drive personal and professional growth, challenging fears and embracing innovation.
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IWD 2024: Why Female Technology Leaders Should Embrace a 'Yes, And' Mindset

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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The 'Yes, And' view challenges female tech leaders to embrace their multidimensional identities, celebrating professional success while nurturing personal endeavours.
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IWD 2024: Seats at the table: How leaders can inspire inclusion at every level

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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Business leaders are urged to inspire inclusivity by taking proactive steps and fostering diversity, equity and inclusion beyond the aspirational, in light of International Women's Day theme.
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Charlotte Roberts named new Chief People Officer at The IN Group

Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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Global recruitment company, The IN Group, confirms Charlotte Roberts as their new Chief People Officer to cultivate employee engagement and guide global people strategy.
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Touchable Earth wins at Kids Judge Bett 2024 event

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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Touchable Earth, an Auckland-based company, earns top honours from Kids Judge Bett at world's largest EdTech event, Bett UK, for promoting global citizenship and geography in a unique app format.
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Syniti appoints Craig Ayers as new Chief People Officer

Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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Enterprise data management leader Syniti hires co-founder of experience design consultancy Journey, Craig Ayers, as Chief People Officer to lead HR and nurture the firm's inclusive culture.
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Shockingly low AI readiness reveals challenges for New Zealand organisations

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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Only 9% of New Zealand organisations are fully prepared to incorporate AI, revealing significant readiness gaps.
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Deel launches AI-powered global assistant 'Deel IQ' for HR insights

Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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Deel expands its AI prowess with 'Deel IQ', an AI-driven global work assistant, offering reliable HR insights.
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Splunk's global impact report reveals major strides for 2023

Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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Splunk's 2023 Global Impact Report highlights its progress in ethical growth, cybersecurity, sustainability and social impact.
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Zoom reveals future plans for hybrid work innovations at Zoomtopia Keynote

Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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Zoom unveils new plans for Hybrid Work innovations, including integrations, features, and tools to enhance collaboration and communication.
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Industry Expert Darren Singer Joins ITG as CFO to Drive Global Expansion

Wed, 27th Sep 2023
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Industry expert appointed CFO to drive global expansion for Inspired Thinking Group, a leading marketing services company.