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Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success
EduTech

Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success

A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders
Financial Systems

Economic uncertainty top worry for NZ business leaders

A recent survey reveals that 77% of New Zealand business leaders are increasingly concerned about economic uncertainty as they prepare for 2025.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025

Global Stories

Employment stories

Ignition appoints Bec Donnelly as VP for global expansion
Human Capital Management

Ignition appoints Bec Donnelly as VP for global expansion

Ignition has appointed Bec Donnelly as Senior Vice President of People & Culture to drive its global expansion strategy and enhance team performance.

By Moritz Florian • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
CDC launches USD $2.7 billion Laverton data campus
Artificial Intelligence

CDC launches USD $2.7 billion Laverton data campus

Construction of a new USD $2.7 billion data campus in Laverton has commenced, poised to boost the local economy and create thousands of jobs.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Kaspersky report reveals disparity in IT security staffing
Cybersecurity

Kaspersky report reveals disparity in IT security staffing

Kaspersky's 2024 report reveals stark contrasts in IT security staffing, with SMBs employing 33% security personnel versus 22% in larger firms, highlighting resource challenges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
inploi announces major growth & tech innovations for 2025
Human Capital Management

inploi announces major growth & tech innovations for 2025

inploi has seen a remarkable 150% growth in 2024, expanding partnerships with well-known brands and gearing up for significant international expansion.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles
Software-as-a-Service

Ignition appoints Strickland & Foo to top executive roles

Ignition has bolstered its executive leadership team with the appointments of Greg Strickland as CEO and Amy Foo as CFO, aiming for future growth.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Jan 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Employment stories

Sanjeev Khanna joins Portman to boost global expansion efforts
Hyperscale

Sanjeev Khanna joins Portman to boost global expansion efforts

Portman Partners has appointed Sanjeev Khanna as Strategic Advisor to enhance its growth and partner network in the expanding US and international markets.

By Moritz Florian • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2025
Reliance to invest over INR ₹50,000 crore in Assam's growth
Agricultural Technology

Reliance to invest over INR ₹50,000 crore in Assam's growth

Reliance Industries will invest over INR ₹50,000 crore in Assam over five years, boosting tech, green energy, retail, hospitality, and consumer goods sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Feb 2025
DTCC opens second Indian office in Hyderabad, Telangana
Business Continuity

DTCC opens second Indian office in Hyderabad, Telangana

The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation has opened its second Indian office in Hyderabad, enhancing its operational capabilities and commitment to innovation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2025
Employment Hero UK ARR grows 125%, with focus on SMEs
Employment

Employment Hero UK ARR grows 125%, with focus on SMEs

Employment Hero has more than doubled its annual recurring revenue in the UK, now exceeding GBP £125 million, and increased its workforce by 60%.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Gen Z reshapes workforce with pay rise demands & mobility
Recruitment

Gen Z reshapes workforce with pay rise demands & mobility

New research from ELMO Software reveals Gen Z workers are driving workplace change, prioritising pay rises and job stability over traditional loyalties.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Feb 2025
Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts
Inflation

Tech workers in Australia pushing for 2025 pay boosts

A survey by Robert Half reveals that nearly one-third of tech workers in Australia are prioritising pay rises in 2025, with many willing to seek new roles if unmet.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
Hertsmere approves Europe's largest AI data centre plans
Clean technologies

Hertsmere approves Europe's largest AI data centre plans

Hertsmere Borough Council has approved DC01UK's plans for a vast data centre, set to be Europe's largest, with a £3.75 billion investment.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
LinkedIn reveals new job-matching tool for Australians
Artificial Intelligence

LinkedIn reveals new job-matching tool for Australians

LinkedIn's research reveals that 59% of Australians are eyeing new jobs in 2025, yet 51% face ghosting from employers amid a challenging market.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
Codatech rebrands to Finity, unveils 'recfintech' platform
Fintech

Codatech rebrands to Finity, unveils 'recfintech' platform

Software provider Codatech has rebranded as Finity, launching a new recfintech platform to streamline recruitment payments for the temporary sector.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jan 2025
UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration
Quantum Computing

UK unveils AI plan focusing on public sector integration

The UK has launched its AI Opportunities Action Plan to bolster public sector integration and economic growth, amidst mixed reactions from industry leaders.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2025