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NNNCo acquires PowerPilot to boost global smart grid services

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Australian IoT firm NNNCo has acquired PowerPilot to enhance smart grid monitoring across global electricity networks using AI and LoRaWAN technology.
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Holiday shoppers demand faster, greener delivery but shun extra fees

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Holiday shoppers demand quick, eco-friendly delivery but resist paying extra, with UK consumers showing low confidence in on-time arrivals, survey reveals.
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How Ridiculous sells 115,000 iced teas in 30 days worldwide

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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YouTube group How Ridiculous sold 115,000 sugar-free iced teas in 30 days, topping Amazon US charts and selling out in Australia swiftly.
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Oracle expands AI, multi-cloud & local partnerships in ANZ

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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Oracle is broadening its AI and multi-cloud partnerships in Australia and New Zealand, focusing on data sovereignty and sector-specific cloud solutions.
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LoungePair expands airport lounge access with new partnerships

Thu, 13th Nov 2025
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New Zealand's LoungePair expands airport lounge access with partners Freely, Australian Frequent Flyer, and Dragonpass, covering 1,400+ lounges across Asia-Pacific.
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SAP partner network raises AUD $1 million for Redkite charity

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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SAP Australia and New Zealand's partner network has raised AUD $1 million for childhood cancer support charity Redkite through its 14th annual Redkite Regatta.
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Asia Pacific firms lead in AI spending & CEO-led strategies

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Asia Pacific firms are leading global AI investment and CEO-led strategies, outspending North America and Europe and driving rapid AI adoption across industries.
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Why the rise of business travel in 2025 demands stronger expense controls

Wed, 12th Nov 2025
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Australian outbound business travel grew 12.4% in H1 2025, boosting demand for robust expense controls amid rising global engagement and steady airfare costs.
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AI & phishing attacks highlight human risk in Australian fraud

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Australian firms face rising fraud risks as AI-driven phishing attacks exploit human error, urging stronger security culture ahead of International Fraud Awareness Week.
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Sometimes an idea doesn't go anywhere. But this one did

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Starting from a simple idea in rural NZ, MyTrucking has grown over 11 years into a thriving tech business serving NZ, Australia, and the UK.
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Prezzee names Edwin Ter Wijlen Chief AI Officer for global growth

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Prezzee appoints Edwin Ter Wijlen as Chief AI Officer to drive smart, responsible AI innovation and global growth across its digital gifting operations.
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Exclusive: Granicus' Alex Gelbak on 'making the invisible visible'

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Granicus deploys AI-powered digital front doors, transforming citizen engagement by streamlining government access for 5,000 agencies globally amid rising demand.
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Atturra & EncompaaS partner to accelerate agentic AI adoption

Tue, 11th Nov 2025
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Atturra and EncompaaS partner to help Australian and NZ firms adopt agentic AI by combining data-prep tech with consulting for real-world deployments.
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Australian AI startup Heatseeker wins top L'Oréal beauty tech prize

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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Australian startup Heatseeker won top prize in L'Oréal's Big Bang Beauty Tech competition, advancing AI beauty tech across the South Asia Pacific region.
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Exclusive: Informatica's Krish Vitaldevara on AI's next evolution

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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Despite over USD $40 billion spent on enterprise AI this year, 95% of organisations struggle to justify ROI due to data challenges, says Informatica's Krish.
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HP New Zealand leads with dual sustainability certifications for IT

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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HP New Zealand is the first IT brand to earn dual Eco Choice Aotearoa and TCO Certified labels, acknowledging its strong sustainability credentials locally and globally.
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How AI is rewriting the value equation for accountants

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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AI is rapidly transforming accounting, shifting roles from bookkeeping to strategic advising and reshaping how firms deliver value amid economic challenges.
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Avanade unveils suite of Microsoft-powered tools for midmarket firms

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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Avanade launches Microsoft-based tools to help midmarket firms optimise cloud costs, enhance security and improve customer experience with ready-to-deploy solutions.
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Why culture and collaboration matter more than ever in IT partnerships

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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Australian MSP AC3 builds resilience through decades-long partnerships with vendors like Cisco and Microsoft, ensuring seamless, trusted IT services for clients.
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Geraldton Fishermen's taps Microlise for AI-driven supply chain

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Geraldton Fishermen's Co-operative partners with Microlise to enhance supply chain efficiency and safety using AI in transporting premium Western Rock Lobster.