Auckland stories
Businesses in Australia and New Zealand are seeking simpler tools as AI adoption and quantum risk sharpen demand for data security.
The recognition could help New Zealand businesses seeking simpler hybrid-work security, after Nextro completed several Fortinet SASE deployments.
Customers seeking clearer technology planning will now have a dedicated senior adviser as Inde formalises strategic guidance amid growing investment complexity.
The AI fund administration software maker now serves more than 80 managers after its AUD $9.3 million raise and rapid growth.
The bank says the AI system will cut call handling times and wait times by surfacing customer details instantly for staff.
Local secure access is moving up the agenda as outages, slower performance and data sovereignty concerns reshape how New Zealand firms manage risk.
Businesses could save about 20% on breach costs if they prepare responses in advance, according to QBE and Atmos claims data.
More Kiwi firms are moving beyond AI pilots, prompting Avanade to bolster local delivery in New Zealand as demand for implementation grows.
The expansion follows early uptake of Microsoft’s previous pledge, as demand for AI training rises across business, schools and community groups.
Local firms and agencies are using Microsoft’s AI and cloud tools to lift productivity, as the company’s NZ impact reaches NZ$9.4 billion in FY25.
Early demand for Nosebuds has been reinforced by Gold and Red Dot honours, boosting Goodair’s bid to scale its drug-free breathing device.
Women in New Zealand are still facing funding and confidence gaps despite stronger financial literacy, organisers say.
Diners in New Zealand can now skip several booking sites as Search surfaces tables with live availability and links straight to reservations.
Up to 100 roles will open this year as the Hamilton-based firm expands software, testing and product teams for its Command Centre platform.
Western Australian enterprises and agencies can now keep SASE traffic local, easing compliance and latency concerns under tighter data rules.
New Zealand defence and security buyers could get faster access to uncrewed aircraft and intelligence tools through the new partnership.
The new funding will help Scentian Bio start shipping its handheld food quality sensor within months and set up manufacturing in Auckland.
New Zealand buyers can now get phishing-resistant security keys faster, after a local Auckland stockholding cut import delays for agencies and firms.
Households may trim winter power costs as the system automatically adjusts heating and cooling using room conditions and daily routines.
Financial institutions could cut manual checks as a Fujifilm-DoxAI tool scans identity and income records for fraud in New Zealand.
