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Bebop reaches NZD $1.2 million ARR in 45 days with SME focus
Bebop, an AI sales tool by Black Pearl Group, reached NZD $1.2 million ARR in 45 days, targeting SMEs with affordable, high-quality sales intelligence.

Business intelligence and data-driven decision-making in an unpredictable trade environment
Australian manufacturers are turning to business intelligence and data-driven decision-making to navigate challenges and seize opportunities in an unpredictable trade environment.

Why Birthcare shut its birthing facilities - and the ‘wicked problem’ hurting others
The major private birth care facility was close to shutting down entirely, or being taken over by the public system for a new “medi-hotel”, newly released documents reveal.

Exabeam Nova unveils AI agent to empower CISOs with insights
Exabeam launches its AI-powered Nova Advisor Agent to help CISOs turn complex security data into strategic insights for board-level presentations.

Bebop reaches USD $1.2 million ARR in 45 days with SME focus
Bebop, an AI sales tool by Black Pearl Group, reached USD $1.2 million ARR in 45 days, targeting SMEs with affordable, high-quality sales intelligence.

Two North Island detectives to reinvestigate Lachie Jones’ death
The Gore toddler’s father says he is pleased that experienced, senior police have been appointed to the case.

‘Shocked’ by $1400 fee to have three dogs
A resource consent with a $1400 deposit is needed in Tasman to keep three dogs on an urban property and one resident says he's not willing to pay.

Boy racer jailed for causing unborn baby’s death after hitting pregnant teen
“Anyone who participates in boy racer events while disqualified, in an unregistered and unwarranted car that kills and injures spectators can expect to go to prison,” the judge said.

Six-month baby found with injuries still in critical condition
The baby remains in a critical condition three days after he was admitted to hospital.

Pacific news in brief for 2 July
A round-up of news from around the region, including Fijian prime minister visiting Australia this week.

New Cook Strait ferry due in Wellington
Bluebridge's new ferry has sailed from Europe and is due in the the capital on Thursday.

APAC retailers are missing out on the benefits of personalisation technology
APAC retailers risk missing out as personalisation tech boosts loyalty and sales, with early adopters like Tesco reaping significant rewards.

Datacom posts NZD $1.48 billion revenue, eyes AI-led growth
Datacom Group reported steady NZD $1.48 billion revenue for FY25, focusing on AI-driven growth amid challenges in New Zealand and strong Australian contracts.

Swyftx acquires Caleb & Brown to target wealthy US investors
Swyftx is acquiring US crypto brokerage Caleb & Brown to target wealthy investors, marking the largest crypto acquisition in Australasian history.

Cloudflare makes AI crawlers opt-in, giving power to creators
Cloudflare now blocks AI crawlers by default, letting website owners opt-in to share content, aiming to protect creators and create fair AI content use.

‘Complete BS’: Depleted France squad could undermine All Blacks series
The French have been branded “disrespectful” by an ex-All Black for having a squad with 20 uncapped players, 11 of whom don’t have a Wikipedia profile.

Selwyn mayor hits back at rates rise criticism
Sam Broughton has responded to rates criticism, saying the district’s rapid growth demands substantial investment in essential infrastructure.

Man charged with 17 offences in one weekend after spree of car break-ins
A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged following a spree of car break-ins across the North Shore suburb of Schnapper Rock.