Culture stories
LRN earns global recognition for financial services courses
Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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risk & compliance
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ethics
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regulation
LRN has earned global accreditations for its financial services compliance courses from CISI, IBF Singapore and The CPD Certification Service.
Crunchyroll & Spotify partner to enhance anime music experience
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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uc
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cx
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martech
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.
Infinigate Group invests in Wavelink to expand into ANZ market
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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cybersecurity
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business continuity
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mobility
Infinigate has invested in Wavelink, securing a majority stake and cementing its entry into the ANZ market while enabling Wavelink to operate autonomously.
AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media
Wed, 29th May 2024
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genai
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ai
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clean technologies
Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.
Metropolis launches new .metropolis Web3 domains with Unstoppable
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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network infrastructure
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ai
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icann
Metropolis, a bustling SocialFi network with 400+ creators and brands, unveils user-owned digital identities via .metropolis Web3 domains in partnership with Unstoppable Domains.
Data democratisation is a balance between empowerment and best practice
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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edutech
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uc
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data science
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.
New Zealand online daters turn to AI for love amid increased scams
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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email security
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ai
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scams
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.
Unearthing mining's data and AI potential: Why It's overlooked and how to start
Fri, 19th Apr 2024
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data analytics
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data science
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partner programmes
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.
Nuix warns lack of diversity in AI is leading to biased outcomes
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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martech
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ai
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software development
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.
IWD 2024: Embrace Your Vulnerability to Drive Growth
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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amazon
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education, learning & training
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leadership
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.
IWD 2024: Why Female Technology Leaders Should Embrace a 'Yes, And' Mindset
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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iwd
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opinion
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identity
The 'Yes, And' view challenges female tech leaders to embrace their multidimensional identities, celebrating professional success while nurturing personal endeavours.
IWD 2024: Seats at the table: How leaders can inspire inclusion at every level
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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productivity
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iwd
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opinion
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.
Charlotte Roberts named new Chief People Officer at The IN Group
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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hcm
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payroll systems
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culture
Global recruitment company, The IN Group, confirms Charlotte Roberts as their new Chief People Officer to cultivate employee engagement and guide global people strategy.
Touchable Earth wins at Kids Judge Bett 2024 event
Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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edtech
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kids
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.
Syniti appoints Craig Ayers as new Chief People Officer
Fri, 9th Feb 2024
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data analytics
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hcm
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bi
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.
Shockingly low AI readiness reveals challenges for New Zealand organisations
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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ai
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cisco
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strategy
Only 9% of New Zealand organisations are fully prepared to incorporate AI, revealing significant readiness gaps.
Deel launches AI-powered global assistant 'Deel IQ' for HR insights
Thu, 19th Oct 2023
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hcm
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risk & compliance
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ai
Deel expands its AI prowess with 'Deel IQ', an AI-driven global work assistant, offering reliable HR insights.
Splunk's global impact report reveals major strides for 2023
Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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data protection
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cybersecurity
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clean technologies
Splunk's 2023 Global Impact Report highlights its progress in ethical growth, cybersecurity, sustainability and social impact.
Zoom reveals future plans for hybrid work innovations at Zoomtopia Keynote
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Zoom unveils new plans for Hybrid Work innovations, including integrations, features, and tools to enhance collaboration and communication.
Industry Expert Darren Singer Joins ITG as CFO to Drive Global Expansion
Wed, 27th Sep 2023
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edutech
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martech
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partner programmes
Industry expert appointed CFO to drive global expansion for Inspired Thinking Group, a leading marketing services company.