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GE Vernova unveils first sustainability report, highlights gains
Supply Chain

GE Vernova unveils first sustainability report, highlights gains

GE Vernova's first Sustainability Report reveals 2023 milestones, including 29 GW new generating capacity, 20 million tons of CO₂ avoided, and 39% emission cuts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Apple unveils iPhone 16 & 16 Plus with enhanced features
Digital Entertainment

Apple unveils iPhone 16 & 16 Plus with enhanced features

Apple unveils iPhone 16 and 16 Plus with the A18 chip, new camera tech, and Apple Intelligence, starting at RRPNZ $1,599. Pre-orders open Saturday.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Game review: The Talos Principle 2: Road to Elysium DLC (PS5)
Gaming

Game review: The Talos Principle 2: Road to Elysium DLC (PS5)

Croteam's 'Road to Elysium' DLC for The Talos Principle 2 mesmerises with stunning graphics and arduous puzzles, though its difficulty may deter some players.

By Damian Seeto • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Jul 2024
Apple unveils iOS 18 with enhanced personalisation & AI features
Data Privacy

Apple unveils iOS 18 with enhanced personalisation & AI features

Apple has unveiled iOS 18, introducing advanced customisation, redesigned Photos, enhanced messaging, and groundbreaking satellite communication, promising a more intelligent, personalised iPhone experience.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2024
Zellis launches HCM Cloud 8.0 for enhanced HR & payroll operations
Human Capital Management

Zellis launches HCM Cloud 8.0 for enhanced HR & payroll operations

Zellis launches HCM Cloud 8.0, introducing updates aimed at revolutionising HR and payroll sectors, including advanced DEI analysis tools, automated National Minimum Wage calculations, and Guernsey pension auto-enrolment compliance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd May 2024
Intelia unveils new 3,000km Australasian 'game changer' subsea cable plan
2026

Intelia unveils new 3,000km Australasian 'game changer' subsea cable plan

Intelia NZ plans 'game changer' 3000km Te Waipounamu cable to boost digital connectivity between NZ's South Island, Sydney and Melbourne.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jan 2024
Telstra, Google & APTelecom boost Pacific digital connectivity
Unified Communications

Telstra, Google & APTelecom boost Pacific digital connectivity

Telstra International, Google, and APTelecom are joining forces to boost Pacific connectivity with two new intra-Pacific cables, Bulikula and Halaihai, via the Central Pacific Connect initiative.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jan 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Island stories

AI cameras help save Motutapu Island's rare birds
Surveillance

AI cameras help save Motutapu Island's rare birds

A Norway rat has been eradicated from Motutapu Island in the Hauraki Gulf with the use of DOC's AI camera.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Acronis appoints Andrea Martin to boost NZ & Pacific presence
Data Protection

Acronis appoints Andrea Martin to boost NZ & Pacific presence

Acronis appoints Andrea Martin as Strategic Account Executive for New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, aiming to enhance local MSP support amidst rising cybersecurity demands.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Aug 2024
Tim Orr joins Gallagher as new South Island sales manager
Sales

Tim Orr joins Gallagher as new South Island sales manager

Gallagher Security appoints Tim Orr as the new Sales Manager for the South Island, aiming to strengthen customer relationships and support Channel partners.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark
Health Technologies

Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark

Presbyterian Support Central has partnered with Spark to revamp its tech, aiming to improve productivity for over 1,000 employees amid budget constraints.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Gallagher Security boosts team with new sales manager Gibson
Mobile Apps

Gallagher Security boosts team with new sales manager Gibson

Gallagher Security names Emma Gibson as Sales Manager for Lower North Island, deploying her vast experience to bolster regional services and partnerships.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Foodstuffs South Island transforms operations with cloud move
Digital Transformation

Foodstuffs South Island transforms operations with cloud move

Foodstuffs South Island champions a 14-month cloud transformation with SAP S/4 HANA RISE, optimising operations, reducing food waste, and boosting customer insights for the New Zealand-based grocery giant.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs' facial recognition trial
Surveillance

Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs' facial recognition trial

Privacy Commissioner scrutinises Foodstuffs North Island's facial recognition trial over potential privacy issues and concerns about accuracy and bias among New Zealand's diverse populations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Feb 2024
Unison Group sells fibre subsidiary to Tuatahi First Fibre
Network Infrastructure

Unison Group sells fibre subsidiary to Tuatahi First Fibre

Unison Group has sold its fibre subsidiary, Unison Fibre, to Tuatahi First Fibre, expanding the provider's network across the North Island and promising enhanced services for its customers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
Dicker Data expands Juniper Networks partnership to New Zealand
Network Infrastructure

Dicker Data expands Juniper Networks partnership to New Zealand

Providing access to artificial intelligence-driven network solutions, Dicker Data has extended its partnership with Juniper Networks into New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Susannah Redstone appointed as General Manager at Digital Island
Unified Communications

Susannah Redstone appointed as General Manager at Digital Island

Susannah Redstone, with over two decades of telecoms experience, has been named General Manager at Digital Island.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023