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Arlo launches AI-driven cameras with pan tilt models from AUD $79

Arlo launches new AI-powered smart home cameras, including pan tilt models from AUD $79, offering 360-degree coverage and customisable alerts from 13 October.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Virtualisation

Half of NZ organisations report shortfalls in cloud benefits

Half of New Zealand organisations report cloud investments falling short of expected benefits, with many citing challenges in value and infrastructure readiness.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Noel Leeming

Oura launches ceramic smart ring with four colours in Australia

Oura has launched its Ceramic Ring 4 in Australia and New Zealand in four colours, priced at AUD $799, now available at major retailers including Harvey Norman.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Document Management

JAVLN raises AUD $6 million to boost AI & expand in Australia

JAVLN has raised AUD $6 million to advance AI integration and expand its cloud-based insurance software across Australia and New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Digital Transformation

Elemental Concept names Chris Mitchell to lead APAC expansion

Elemental Concept has appointed Chris Mitchell as Managing Director APAC to drive its expansion and digital transformation services across the Asia-Pacific region.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Phishing

Five key cyber security tips for cyber security awareness month

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, urging all to stay vigilant online with five key tips to guard against evolving digital threats and scams.

By Jeremy Fuchs • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Smart Home

Ring unveils new 2K & 4K security cameras with AI in ANZ

Ring launches new 2K and 4K security cameras in Australia and New Zealand, featuring AI-powered video descriptions and enhanced low-light imaging.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Storage

Hitachi Vantara names Dave Wardrop CTO for Australia & New Zealand

Hitachi Vantara has appointed Dave Wardrop as CTO for Australia and New Zealand to lead technical sales amid growth in data storage and cloud markets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Human Capital Management

Humanforce appoints Aaron Thorne as Chief Sales Officer for global push

Humanforce appoints Aaron Thorne as Chief Sales Officer to drive global expansion and strengthen sales in frontline workforce management sectors.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025

Ransomware

Leaders urge a cyber safe culture as AI & threats evolve

Industry leaders call for a cyber safe culture as AI advances and identity-based attacks rise, urging collaboration and vigilance across all organisations.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Robotic Process Automation

WiseTech secures nod to digitise export origin papers

WiseTech wins approval to issue digital Certificates of Origin for Australian exports, promising faster, automated trade documentation.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Oct 2025

Artificial Intelligence

Aimer Farming secures NZD $750,000 to accelerate global growth

New Zealand's Aimer Farming has secured NZD $750,000 from Cultivate Ventures to expand its AI-driven pasture management tech and grow globally.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Food and Beverage

New device-free luxury retreat in Tasman urges visitors to 'switch off'

Domu Retreat in Tasman offers a luxury, tech-free wellness stay with Michelin-star chef-prepared meals, premium suites, and stunning coastal views.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Interactive

Sony Interactive New Zealand reports stronger annual profit despite lower cash reserves

Sony Interactive Entertainment New Zealand reported a rise in annual profit to NZD $1.22 million despite lower cash reserves and increased costs in 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Human Capital Management

Donorbees launches to simplify payroll giving for New Zealanders

Donorbees launches a New Zealand payroll giving platform, simplifying donations through employers and offering users a digital wallet to support 32 charities.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Oct 2025

Crypto

AI agents meet stablecoins…when money gets interesting!

Galaxy Digital's CEO predicts AI agents will soon be the biggest users of stablecoins, merging smart finance with instant digital payments in everyday life.

By Paul Quickenden • 5 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2025

Crypto

Locate Technologies appoints Janine Grainger as Bitcoin drive begins

Locate Technologies appoints Janine Grainger to its board as it plans to become New Zealand's first listed Bitcoin treasury firm on the NZX exchange.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2025

Clean technologies

Wellington opens Te Rua Archives with NZD $290m climate-resilient façade

Wellington's NZD $290m Te Rua Archives showcases a climate-resilient, culturally rich façade, safeguarding New Zealand's heritage against earthquakes and climate change.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025

Customer Experience

Gallagher Security celebrates double win at NZ Security Awards

Gallagher Security won two top awards at the 2025 New Zealand Security Awards, recognising excellence in customer service and technical expertise.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Sep 2025

Rangatahi

Canon Oceania awards NZD $5,000 grants to four NZ charities

Canon Oceania awards four New Zealand charities NZD $5,000 each plus technology to boost social, environmental, educational, and cultural initiatives in 2025.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 26th Sep 2025