Digital services stories - Page 6

Logpoint acquires Muninn to bolster AI-driven cybersecurity
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Logpoint has acquired Muninn to bolster its cybersecurity suite, integrating AI-driven NDR capabilities into its SIEM platform to enhance threat detection and response.

NEC New Zealand reports over $1m loss for FY24 amid revenue growth
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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financial results
NEC New Zealand reports a pre-tax loss of NZD $1.098 million for FY24 despite a 9.2% revenue rise, grappling with increased inventory costs and shifting market demands.

Google invests USD $1 billion in Thailand's digital future
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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Google has declared a USD $1 billion investment to boost Thailand's digital infrastructure, bolstering cloud and data centres in Bangkok and Chonburi.

Zoho study reveals rising customer service expectations in Australia
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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A Zoho study reveals that Australian consumers now see exceptional customer service as a basic expectation, with 31% deeming it a standard rather than a bonus.

Spark teams up with Fidelity Life for data governance strategy
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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data protection
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data privacy
Fidelity Life partners with Spark to strengthen data governance using Microsoft Purview, aiming to boost resilience and competitiveness amidst decentralised IT operations.

Slow AI progress in UK public sector due to budget & skills
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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data privacy
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skills gap
A SAS report reveals just one in five UK government officials are making strides in AI, hindered by budget constraints, tech gaps, and outdated systems.

Equinix appoints Haris Izmee as Indonesia Managing Director
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Equinix appoints cloud veteran Haris Izmee as Managing Director for Indonesia ahead of the launch of the USD $74 million JK1 data centre in Jakarta.

Nokia chosen by Spark NZ for major 5G network expansion
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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Nokia chosen by Spark New Zealand to spearhead its 4G and 5G expansion, providing equipment for over 700 sites, aiming to streamline operations and boost connectivity.

Metro Bank teams with Infosys for digital transformation
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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Metro Bank has partnered with Infosys to digitally transform its operations, leveraging AI to enhance customer experience and forecast £80 million in annual savings.

Lord Toby Harris joins Cyber Safety Force initiative
Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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cyber threats
Lord Toby Harris joins the Cyber Safety Force, uniting public and private sectors to advance beyond compliance in the fight against cyber threats.

SmartBear enhances BugSnag with advanced performance insights
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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SmartBear unveils OpenTelemetry-native performance insights in BugSnag, enhancing real user monitoring and distributed tracing for developers and enterprises.

Auckland's Spark Game Arena Live dazzles with NZD $240K tourney
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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digital entertainment
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cloud services
Auckland's Spark Game Arena Live attracted thousands this weekend, featuring a NZD $240,000 Fortnite tournament and an innovative gaming experience.

Digital divide, AI concerns rise with 85% financial hardship jump
Tue, 10th Sep 2024
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blockchain
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Financial hardship among Australians has risen by 85%, with lower-income households struggling to engage with online government services.

NAB, SA Power Networks, Spark NZ win Red Hat Innovation Awards
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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digital transformation
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open source
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productivity
National Australia Bank, SA Power Networks, and Spark New Zealand win Red Hat APAC Innovation Awards 2024, lauded for their open source tech innovations.

Toshiba Australia reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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Toshiba reports modest growth for the year ending March 2024, with steady revenue increases balancing rising operational costs and strategic investments.

David Tuck joins Waracle as new CEO amid significant growth
Thu, 29th Aug 2024
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digital transformation
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mobile apps
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financial services
David Tuck Takes Helm as Waracle CEO, Succeeding Chris Martin; Aims for Growth, Innovation in Data and AI. Waracle Recently Acquired Screenmedia.

Kyle Hill promoted to CTO to spearhead AI at ANS
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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virtualisation
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
ANS promotes Kyle Hill to CTO, enhancing its AI and digitalisation strategies. Hill's tenure begins 1 October 2024, steering the company’s tech advancements.

Volkswagen partners with AirConsole for in-car gaming experience
Tue, 27th Aug 2024
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qr code
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digital services
Volkswagen partners with AirConsole to integrate an in-car gaming platform across multiple models, launching in Europe by mid-September 2024.

New Zealand partnership targets accessible digital services
Thu, 22nd Aug 2024
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emergency services
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community
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partnerships
A new partnership, Ghost is for All, aims to transform New Zealand's digital services, focusing on accessibility for 1.1 million disabled citizens.

Kape Technologies appoints Zac Eller as new GM for ExpressVPN
Fri, 16th Aug 2024
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digital entertainment
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sony
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netflix
Kape Technologies and ExpressVPN appoint Zac Eller as General Manager, aiming to boost growth through strategic partnerships with his expertise from Netflix, Sony, and Fox.