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Exclusive: Entrust discusses future of digital identity and security
EduTech

Exclusive: Entrust discusses future of digital identity and security

Entrust has revealed their strategic focus on evolving digital security, with a keen eye on zero trust and digital identity initiatives.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2024
Blackpearl launches AI tool to navigate Chrome cookie changes
Marketing Technologies

Blackpearl launches AI tool to navigate Chrome cookie changes

Blackpearl Group has launched Pearl Diver, an AI tool designed to help businesses adapt to the impending cookie-less environment in Chrome.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Arcanum AI inks deal with AWS, expands into Australian market
Hyperscale

Arcanum AI inks deal with AWS, expands into Australian market

Arcanum AI, a New Zealand AI firm, has inked a three-year deal with Amazon Web Services, joining tech heavyweights IBM and PwC, and expanding into Australia.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2024
Blackpearl Group's ARR surges to NZD $7.4m on Pearl Diver growth
Chief Financial Officer

Blackpearl Group's ARR surges to NZD $7.4m on Pearl Diver growth

Blackpearl Group's ARR surged by 177% to NZD $7.4 million in FY24, largely due to the success of its AI-driven platform, Pearl Diver, which contributed NZD $4.9 million.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Wellington stories

Pete Lister appointed CEO of digital agency, Effect
Massey University

Pete Lister appointed CEO of digital agency, Effect

Wellington's Effect appoints Pete Lister as CEO, effective 1st November, as the agency eyes expansion in digital solutions and technology capabilities.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024
Blackpearl Group announces leadership changes & hires
NZX

Blackpearl Group announces leadership changes & hires

Blackpearl Group has appointed Jean-Francois Arlove as Chief Financial Officer and transitioned Karen Cargill to Chief Governance Officer, enhancing its leadership.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
CyberCX strengthens NZ leadership for cloud expansion
Digital Transformation

CyberCX strengthens NZ leadership for cloud expansion

CyberCX has boosted its leadership in New Zealand, promoting Tom Khangura to Director of Cloud Sales and appointing Sven Ross as Executive Director for Managed Security Services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards announced
Cybersecurity

Finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards announced

The finalists for the 2024 iSANZ Awards have been announced, recognising exceptional contributions to New Zealand's cybersecurity landscape over the past decade.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Oct 2024
Blackpearl reports $10.4m ARR, raises $10m funding
Chief Financial Officer

Blackpearl reports $10.4m ARR, raises $10m funding

Blackpearl reports a 126% growth in annual recurring revenue to $10.4 million, driven by its Pearl Diver platform and a $10 million capital raise.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Sigurd Magnusson returns as CEO of Silverstripe to drive growth
Digital Transformation

Sigurd Magnusson returns as CEO of Silverstripe to drive growth

Sigurd Magnusson returns to Silverstripe as CEO, aiming to drive innovation and growth. His extensive experience makes him a key leader for the tech firm.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Kordia renews $55m safety radio contract with Maritime NZ
Kordia

Kordia renews $55m safety radio contract with Maritime NZ

Kordia has renewed its NZD $55 million, 10-year contract with Maritime NZ to deliver critical safety of life radio communications at sea, ensuring continued safety and upgrades.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2024
What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?
Unified Communications

What is the Auckland tech hiring market experiencing?

Auckland's tech hiring market sees cautious optimism as Reserve Bank rate cuts uplift sentiment, but slow recovery and 'brain drain' pose challenges.

By Kara Smith • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Powerco joins Chorus to enhance Coromandel fibre network
Unified Communications

Powerco joins Chorus to enhance Coromandel fibre network

Powerco partners with Chorus to use spare capacity on its new 164-kilometre dark fibre network in the Coromandel, enhancing power reliability and connectivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
New Zealand AI research tool reaches 370,000 scientists globally
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealand AI research tool reaches 370,000 scientists globally

Litmaps, a New Zealand AI tool, has expanded its growth to 370,000 global users, preparing for a Series A to expand its academic reach.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2024
Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore
Power / Energy

Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore

Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland's North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
How to safeguard your data with DataCentre220 and UPSPS
DataCentre infrastructure

How to safeguard your data with DataCentre220 and UPSPS

DataCentre220 teams up with UPS Power Solutions to enhance data security and accessibility for organisations, countering cloud storage hurdles with advanced, reliable technology.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
Spark invests $15m in Waikato's digital infrastructure in NZ
Cloud Services

Spark invests $15m in Waikato's digital infrastructure in NZ

Spark plans to invest over $15m into improving digital infrastructure in New Zealand's Waikato region, in conjunction with the University of Waikato.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Apr 2024
CyberCure appoints Kiwi veteran Steve McCabe as Chief Strategy Officer
Cybersecurity

CyberCure appoints Kiwi veteran Steve McCabe as Chief Strategy Officer

New Zealand's CyberCure appoints cybersecurity veteran, Steve McCabe, as Chief Strategy Officer, reinforcing its growth plans with his 27 years of industry experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Apr 2024