2026 stories - Page 45

ASUS unveils the Zenbook S 14, a revolutionary AI-powered laptop designed for creativity and productivity, weighing just 1.2kg and lasting up to 27 hours.

N4L has forged long-term partnerships with Palo Alto Networks and 2degrees to enhance Managed Network services for New Zealand schools, starting March 2025.

Bain and Company's latest report predicts AI market to grow to $990 billion by 2027, driven by generative AI and sovereign AI ecosystems.

A new Interprefy report reveals that 94% of event planners would consider AI for live translation, indicating a trend towards multilingual support in corporate events.

Gartner forecasts that AI-enabled PCs will soar, comprising 43% of total PC shipments by 2025, up from just 17% in 2024.

A Gartner report forecasts that 30% of enterprises will automate more than half of their network activities by 2026, leveraging AI and intelligent automation.

Forrester's 2025 Predictions reports forecast AI and tech trends, highlighting AI investment pitfalls and increased AIOps adoption to manage tech debt.

Hype and Dexter's tech integration with UNICEF Aotearoa boosts donations despite economic hardships, facilitating crucial aid for Pacific children.

A GSA survey forecasts a 23% growth in 5G FWA CPE shipments for 2024, highlighting a strong shift towards 5G devices, set to comprise 42% of all units.

The edge data centre market will soar to USD $317 billion by 2026, fuelled by the rise of IoT and generative AI, marking a 107% growth.

Driven by IoT and generative AI, the global edge data centre market is set to surge to USD $317 billion by 2026, up 107% from 2020.

Kore.ai has launched XO Express, enabling businesses to build AI chatbots and contact centres without technical expertise, making advanced AI accessible to all.

New research by Venafi warns that businesses face mass outages due to new machine identity standards, citing shorter TLS lifespan and post-quantum cryptography challenges.

Cloudera's Vini Cardoso has revealed his insights on leveraging big data and ethical AI to unlock business value.

Intel is using AI to scout potential Olympic stars in rural areas, aiming to identify talent and reduce traditional scouting constraints in the lead-up to the 2024 Games.

Vertiv unveils its advanced Trinergy UPS to meet the high-capacity, high-availability demands of AI and HPC applications, featuring innovative reliability and efficiency.

Fortinet's latest report reveals a global cybersecurity skills shortage, with 90% of organisations facing breaches, emphasising urgent needs for training and resources.

NTT DATA and Zebra Technologies form a strategic partnership to enhance 5G device innovation and drive the adoption of Private 5G networks.

Government officials are calling for renewable energy use for data centres, highlighting support for New Zealand's Net Zero 2050 goals.

Xtend launches an AI-driven suite to boost lower marketing funnel conversions in sectors like eCommerce, fintech, and travel, promising significant revenue gains and reduced acquisition costs.