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New Zealand (NZ) stories

What perks are going to keep your key staff

Many Kiwi employers still lack family-friendly perks, leaving childcare support and remote-working options out of reach for most staff.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026

Public Sector

Commercial market coping with calmer times but poised to grow

Private wealth is still chasing secure commercial assets as a steadier market and more aligned pricing set the stage for recovery.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Learn from the past, watch the present and create the future

Live camera analysis could help firms spot unsafe behaviour earlier, as the new platform targets transport, logistics and manufacturing across Australasia.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026

Data Protection

Kiwibank rolls out open banking across all channels

Business customers and retailers can now use open banking payments and data sharing in one app, ahead of regulation by six months.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

Enterprise Resource Planning

Blackpearl hails 114% ARR growth as AI debate shifts

Blackpearl's latest update shows investors are rewarding application-layer AI plays as annual recurring revenue climbed to USD $26.8 million.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026

Unified Communications

One NZ calls for long-term telecom investment policy

Rising demand and tighter economics are squeezing network spending, with One NZ warning New Zealanders could feel slower progress in coverage and resilience.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 27th May 2026

Human Capital Management

Xero backs nationwide sleep drive for business owners

Poor sleep and stress are eroding productivity for New Zealand business owners, prompting a free week-long challenge backed by Xero.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 27th May 2026

Gaming

Auckland backs indie games showcase to boost sector

Independent studios in Auckland are gaining investor access and public exposure as the city works to grow New Zealand's games industry.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 27th May 2026

Digital Transformation

At the crossroads: building the next phase of payments in Aotearoa

Fragmentation could slow Aotearoa's payments overhaul unless industry and government align on standards, identity and resilience.

By Chad Haighmark • 4 min read • Wed, 27th May 2026

Global Stories

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Fintech

New Zealand ranks second for preferring traditional jobs

Financial caution is keeping more New Zealanders in salaried roles, even as most still say they would rather be their own boss.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026

Manufacturing

East West names Ryan Flynn as Chief Executive Officer

The founder-led manufacturer is handing day-to-day control to a veteran industrial executive as it seeks growth and a smoother leadership transition.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

Cloud Security

TrendAI deploys Claude Opus 4.8 for vulnerability hunts

Security teams in Australia and New Zealand may soon triage flaws faster as TrendAI uses Claude Opus 4.8 to assess exploitability and impact.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

Gaming

TP-Link unveils Archer 8 in push for Wi-Fi 8 stability

Early tests suggest Wi-Fi 8 could cut dropouts and improve coverage in crowded homes, as TP-Link readies a wider consumer range.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

Wearables

Oura launches smaller Ring 5 in Australia & New Zealand

Australian and New Zealand buyers will pay from AUD $649 and NZD $799 as Oura shrinks its smart ring for longer daily wear.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

Artificial Intelligence

Kai's Education brings KaiBot to blind students in US

US blind and low-vision pupils will gain screen-free coding lessons as KaiBot reaches classrooms through a specialist education distributor.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

Ransomware

TrendAI named Gartner endpoint leader for 21st time

The ranking underscores rising demand for tools that can cover hybrid networks as ransomware and identity attacks increasingly target connected devices.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026

Crypto

Binance names Jenny Wei Australia & New Zealand manager

The hire signals Binance's push to tighten compliance and local oversight in Australia and New Zealand, where regulators are scrutinising crypto firms.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026

Data Analytics

ClickHouse launches House Mates partner programme in ANZ

Customers in Australia and New Zealand will gain more local implementation support as ClickHouse expands its partner ecosystem around ClickHouse Cloud.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 28th May 2026