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Thryv urges recognition of women leading tech in SMBs

AI is moving technology decisions into customer and operations roles, giving more women a route to leadership in small businesses.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

Onside acquires Assura to expand agriculture software

The combined platform will serve 60,000 users across six countries as agricultural firms seek one system for compliance and risk.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Last week

Partner Programmes

Ingram Micro executives named in 2026 INvolve lists

The recognition highlights efforts to improve women's progression in technology, where senior representation remains low across Australia and New Zealand.

By Mara Sugue • 5 min read • Last week

Digital Transformation

HSBC launches HSBCnio for corporate clients in Asia

Corporate treasurers in Asia can now access cash, payments and lending data inside their own workflows as HSBC rolls out HSBCnio across multiple markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week

Supply Chain

QNX & neueHCT win German carmaker camera programme

The programme could bring advanced driver assistance features to millions of passenger vehicles across China and Asia-Pacific from 2027.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week

Data Protection

TrendAI adds Claude session visibility for security teams

Security teams can now trace prompts, responses and tool calls from Claude Code and Cowork alongside other enterprise signals.

By Raphael Veloso • 3 min read • Last week

Stories from Other Regions

New Zealand (NZ) stories

Auckland Council

Police gear up for Rugby League World Cup gatherings in Auckland

Police expect larger crowds and possible disorder across Auckland as Pacific teams' Rugby League World Cup games stir street celebrations.

By Torika Tokalau • 2 min read • 5 days ago

KPMG

NZ survey finds 91% of frontline workers face abuse

Stress and anxiety are taking a heavy toll as the survey found 10% of frontline staff faced physical violence, including weapon threats.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last week

Hybrid & Remote Work

Zeeën launches app to help Australians make friends

The app taps into growing loneliness in Australia, where official data show many adults feel isolated at least some of the time.

By Raphael Veloso • 5 min read • Last week

Data Protection

New Zealand cyber agency warns AI is reshaping threats

Boards are being urged to beef up defences as AI tools may soon help criminals automate attacks and target New Zealand organisations more precisely.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • Last week

Real estate

Do you know how risky your home is?

Many buyers are overlooking flood and other hazard risks, leaving some homeowners exposed to higher premiums or uninsurable properties.

By Susan Edmunds • 4 min read • Last week

Data centers

National unveils nine-point energy plan to tackle power bills

Households could get cheaper, more flexible power deals as National proposes new rules to boost competition and rein in network charges.

By Giles Dexter • 4 min read • Last week

Risk & Compliance

Tauranga ratepayers group slams secrecy around Marty Grenfell's resignation

Residents say secrecy over the council chief executive's exit leaves ratepayers facing unanswered questions over any payout after the Mount landslide review.

By Ellen O'Dwyer • 2 min read • Last week

Software-as-a-Service

InDebted names Chris McNamara CEO and Brendan Lee CFO

The debt collections firm is strengthening its leadership after a 42% revenue rise, with a new chief executive and chief financial officer due in October.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last week

Agricultural Technology

Booster adds NZD $7.4 million to university spin-out fund

The extra funding will expand backing for early-stage science companies, with retail investors already getting indirect exposure through Booster products.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last week