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SAP Best Tech Awards 2025 celebrate digital innovation in ANZ

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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The SAP Best Tech Awards 2025 honoured ANZ organisations, including Telstra and Woolworths, for excellence in digital transformation and innovative SAP technology use.
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Snowflake to launch New Zealand cloud instance on AWS by 2026

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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Snowflake will launch a local cloud instance on AWS's New Zealand region by early 2026, enabling onshore data storage and enhancing compliance with local data rules.
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Forrester predicts agency mergers, job cuts & creator growth

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Forrester forecasts major agency mergers, job cuts of 15%, and growth in creator-led marketing by 2026 amid automation and industry shifts.
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Microsoft unveils unified AI security platform to counter threats

Wed, 1st Oct 2025
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Microsoft launches a unified AI-driven security platform, integrating tools like Sentinel and Security Copilot to enhance cyber threat response in organisations.
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Red Hat celebrates partner excellence in AI & open source awards

Thu, 25th Sep 2025
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Red Hat honoured six partners at its 2025 Ecosystem Awards in Sydney, celebrating collaboration in AI and open source driving enterprise transformation.
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Accenture to acquire CyberCX, boosting Asia Pacific security

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Accenture will acquire CyberCX, an Asia Pacific cybersecurity firm with 1,400 staff, to expand its security services and client reach in the region.
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If New Zealand wants productivity gains, it must close its AI divide

Tue, 12th Aug 2025
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New Zealand must close its AI divide by boosting digital maturity and investing in skills to reverse its productivity decline and compete globally.
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Exclusive: SAP's Ashley McGibbon on AI, data and the future of partner innovation

Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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AI is rapidly transforming cloud adoption and data strategies across Australia and New Zealand, driving faster business innovation and continuous enterprise adoption.
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Armis surpasses USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue

Tue, 5th Aug 2025
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Armis has exceeded USD $300 million in annual recurring revenue, up from USD $200 million under 12 months ago, driven by global demand for its cybersecurity platform.
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One NZ & Advantai Group partner to boost branded mobile services

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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One NZ and Advantai Group partner exclusively to help NZ brands launch branded mobile services faster and cheaper using One NZ's award-winning network.
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Accenture acquires Aristal to boost Southeast Asia banking tech

Fri, 25th Jul 2025
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Accenture has acquired Malaysia-based Aristal to enhance its banking tech expertise and expand financial services across Southeast Asia.
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Microsoft launches Sentinel data lake to cut storage costs

Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
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Microsoft launches Sentinel data lake, cutting security data storage costs to under 10% and boosting threat detection with AI integration.
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Most Asia Pacific firms unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats

Wed, 2nd Jul 2025
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A report reveals 90% of firms globally, including 71% in Asia Pacific, are unprepared for AI-driven cyber threats, risking costly disruptions.
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Discovery Consulting names Shobhit Garg as National Supply Lead

Tue, 1st Jul 2025
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Discovery Consulting appoints Shobhit Garg as National Supply Chain Lead to boost digital ERP adoption among Australian manufacturers and asset-heavy industries.
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HTEC appoints Philip Otley to lead global AI-first TIME strategy

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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HTEC has appointed Philip Otley as Managing Partner to lead growth and innovation in telecoms, infrastructure, media and entertainment with an AI-first focus.
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One New Zealand invests NZD $100 million, wins top network award

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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One New Zealand secures 'Best in Test' mobile network award for the fourth year after investing NZD $100 million in 4G and 5G upgrades nationwide.
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Databricks launches Lakebase Postgres database for AI era

Thu, 12th Jun 2025
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Databricks has launched Lakebase, a fully managed Postgres database designed for AI workloads, now available in Public Preview for enterprises globally.
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Genesis picks Workday to modernise finance for NZD $1 billion push

Wed, 11th Jun 2025
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Genesis Energy will implement Workday's cloud finance system to support its NZD $1 billion investment in renewables and modernise financial operations.
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Why Process Intelligence is vital for success with Agentic AI

Thu, 5th Jun 2025
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Agentic AI is transforming enterprise operations, but its success hinges on Process Intelligence providing timely, accurate insight into how businesses truly operate.
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SAP unveils new Business AI tools & partnerships for growth

Wed, 21st May 2025
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SAP unveils advanced AI tools and partnerships, including a smarter copilot and AI agents, aiming to boost productivity and AI accessibility for businesses.