WeChat stories
Kaspersky uncovers malware attack in Asia-Pacific region
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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malware
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endpoint protection
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phishing
Kaspersky ICS CERT has revealed a malware campaign targeting government and industrial sectors across the Asia-Pacific, exploiting legitimate online services.
Exclusive: Babeltext aims to break language barriers in global messaging
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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martech
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commerce systems
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wechat
Babeltext launches an AI-driven messaging platform aimed at breaking language barriers, enabling real-time communication in 195 languages for global users.
Babeltext transforms global messaging with 135-language tool
Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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martech
Babeltext's multilingual chat platform revolutionises business communication, translating messages across 135 languages into English for seamless customer engagement.
Asian super apps growth slows but remain dominant
Thu, 24th Oct 2024
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wechat
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uber
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monetisation
New research indicates that while Asian super apps dominate the market, user growth has slowed markedly, with 499 million projected for 2024.
Proofpoint launches AI-driven Digital Communications Governance solution
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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uc
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data privacy
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Proofpoint launches its new Digital Communications Governance solution, promising AI-driven insights and robust compliance for organisations across major digital channels.
FedEx launches handbooks to boost SME e-commerce in China, Japan
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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wechat
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whatsapp
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shipments
FedEx unveils handbooks to guide SMEs in China and Japan's e-commerce markets, offering insights on geotargeting, consumer habits, and key shopping dates.
China's B2B MNCs turn to social media for strategic outreach
Mon, 26th Feb 2024
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digital transformation
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wechat
China's international B2B MNCs are using social media as a primary marketing channel, with 70% planning to increase their marketing budget in 2024, according to KAWO's recent report.
Squire Technologies launches Mirus, a game-changer in mobile communication
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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wechat
Squire Technologies introduces Mirus, an innovative messaging platform set to transform mobile and enterprise communication.
KAWO strengthens ties with Hootsuite for better access to Chinese market
Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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edutech
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wechat
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facebook
KAWO bolsters its partnership with Hootsuite to provide global brands improved access and insights into the Chinese market.
Demand for Australian brands grows in China despite tension
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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ecommerce
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wechat
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online shopping
67% of China’s cross-border online shoppers expecting to increase their online spending for western and Australian goods in the coming year.
Wise partners with Tencent to provide international money transfers through Weixin
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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wechat
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tencent
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wise
Tencent Financial Technology and Wise are teaming up to allow international money transfers to China through Weixin, the Chinese version of WeChat.
WeChat Pay sizes up Oceania merchants to boost growth opportunities
Mon, 21st Jun 2021
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
The company says it will commit more resources to help business in Australia and New Zealand transform their businesses.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Veeam?
Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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virtualisation
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data protection
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dr
Veeam's senior global technologist speaks on the great shift to a digital economy and organizations' investments in digital platforms.
AirPass and 18Communications team up to target Chinese tourism in Aus
Tue, 16th Jul 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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wechat
AirPass and 18Communications have joined forces to launch WeChat Shopping Week in Australia, enhancing the tourism experience for Chinese visitors.
Aussie retailers using WeChat as a channel to Chinese consumers
Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
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martech
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commerce systems
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wechat
DaigouSales.com allows Australian brands to sell directly into China via locally based Chinese WeChat users who buy on behalf of their friends.
Vodafone NZ launches Red Connect service for Chinese customers
Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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crm
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cx
Vodafone New Zealand has launched a dedicated service for its Chinese customers, includingdedicated call centre staff, a WeChat account, and more.
WeChat & Alipay - overtaking EFTPOS? Asia speeds ahead with digital payments
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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martech
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commerce systems
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wechat
New Zealand’s EFTPOS system used to be world leading, but new technologies like WeChat pay and Alipay have left us behind.
ASB joins another Chinese social media platform
Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wechat
ASB enhances customer outreach by launching a WeChat profile, expanding services to Chinese clients after its successful Weibo debut.
Is Chinese social media hindering NZ companies?
Fri, 8th May 2015
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wechat
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social media
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weibo
NZ firms face cultural hurdles on Chinese social media, says Auckland expert. Understanding local platforms like Weibo vital for success.
WeChat becomes fastest growing social application...
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
WeChat sees a 379% increase in users between Q2 and Q4 2013, making it the top growing social app, says GlobalWebIndex report.