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Optimizer HQ subsidiaries in liquidation; Swipe HQ down
Payment Technologies

Optimizer HQ subsidiaries in liquidation; Swipe HQ down

Odev, a company associated Optimizer HQ and payment processing solution Swipe HQ, has been placed into liquidation.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Dec 2015
Kiwi SMEs set for improved cash-flow thanks to Xero
Fintech

Kiwi SMEs set for improved cash-flow thanks to Xero

Kiwi SMEs to boost cash flow with new Xero and Optimizer deal, offering low cost credit card payments through Swipe HQ.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2014
Auckland CBD should become 'Mini Silicon Valley'
Information Communication & Technology

Auckland CBD should become 'Mini Silicon Valley'

Auckland's IT leader envisions a 'Mini Silicon Valley' at the city's heart, boosting collaboration and infrastructure for tech export growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Aug 2013
Capital gains as Optimizer HQ raises $4m
Partner Programmes

Capital gains as Optimizer HQ raises $4m

New Zealand technology firm closes a multi-million dollar investment in new capital from local and international investors.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2013
Kiwi invention prevents password hacking
Optimizer HQ

Kiwi invention prevents password hacking

New Zealanders are at risk of data breaches due to weak passwords. Optimizer HQ has developed a password management system to combat this.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
Optimizer HQ hires marketing officer in post-float push
Entrepreneur

Optimizer HQ hires marketing officer in post-float push

Optimizer HQ hires Cornelis Boertjens as chief marketing officer to bolster its brand globally following its recent listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2011
Kiwi firms vie for places in international comp
Management

Kiwi firms vie for places in international comp

Four New Zealand tech firms, including Mi5 and LanzaTech, are finalists for the prestigious Red Herring Global 100 awards, spotlighting global innovation.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Nov 2011

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Optimizer HQ subsidiaries' debts likely to top $11 million
Optimizer HQ

Optimizer HQ subsidiaries' debts likely to top $11 million

Claims against two Optimizer HQ subsidiaries are likely to hit $11.3 million, with liquidators reviewing the sale of business assets pre-liquidation.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Dec 2015
Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit
Unified Communications

Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit

The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Oct 2014
Has Spark Business solved SMB cash flow struggles?
Unified Communications

Has Spark Business solved SMB cash flow struggles?

Spark Business has partnered with local Kiwi company Optimizer to solve one of the most common 'pain points' for small business owners...

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2014
Are Kiwi firms exposing sensitive data to help desks?
Data Analytics

Are Kiwi firms exposing sensitive data to help desks?

A New Zealand IT specialist is warning Kiwis phoning cloud software helpdesks that they may expose their data to unnecessary risk.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
Is regulation needed for cloud 'data portability'?
Cloud Services

Is regulation needed for cloud 'data portability'?

A leading cloud technology figure has called for government regulation to protect consumers who move their data and images onto cloud applications.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2013
Kiwi mobile payment technology 'Optimizing' global potential
Risk & Compliance

Kiwi mobile payment technology 'Optimizing' global potential

Businesses in Europe and Asia will be the first to benefit from a New Zealand developed mobile payment device.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2013
Will Optimizer HQ go for NZX listing?
NZX

Will Optimizer HQ go for NZX listing?

New Zealand-based technology company announces plans to explore the prospect of listing on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX), but will it happen?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 27th May 2013
Accept payments on your mobile with 'Swipe HQ'
Marketing Technologies

Accept payments on your mobile with 'Swipe HQ'

New Zealand's Optimizer HQ unveils Swipe HQ, a game changer for mobile payments, directly via the headphone jack.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Sat, 23rd Jun 2012
Manas Kumar: optimising leadership
Marketing Technologies

Manas Kumar: optimising leadership

Manas Kumar, CEO of Optimizer, is interviewed about the Kiwi company he launched and the role that the international sector plays in his business.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Mar 2012
Optimizer HQ offers ultra-cheap SMS marketing
Software-as-a-Service

Optimizer HQ offers ultra-cheap SMS marketing

Optimizer HQ debuts Texta, a cost-effective SMS marketing tool for SMEs, priced at just NZD $0.04 per text. Free setup, two-way messaging, and no contracts.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 10th Jan 2012

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