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Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices
Experts warn that AI technology is making scams more sophisticated, with deepfakes and vishing threatening personal information and finances.

NetApp report reveals evolving cyber threats & solutions
NetApp has released a report revealing that over 54% of organisations faced cyberattacks, underscoring urgent needs for better data management strategies.

Couchbase unveils Capella AI Services for streamlining AI
Couchbase has unveiled Capella AI Services, enhancing its database-as-a-service platform to streamline the development and deployment of AI applications.

Cloudera forecasts tech trends shaping 2025 industry landscape
As 2025 approaches, Cloudera predicts a surge in on-premise investments and the rise of quantum computing and AI, reshaping the tech landscape.

These are the five songs NZ listened to most this year
What did Aotearoa listen to the most in 2024?

Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs
A Prospa survey reveals many New Zealand SMEs view summer as vital, with 43% expecting better conditions despite economic challenges ahead.

Unitec launches IoT Impact Lab for smart tech innovation
Unitec has launched an IoT Impact Lab to empower communities through IoT and AI, fostering innovation and career opportunities for students.

Denodo launches Agora SaaS solution on AWS Marketplace
Denodo has launched its managed SaaS solution, Agora, on AWS Marketplace, simplifying data management for organisations seeking real-time insights.

Whipps claims Palau's media is 'not ethical' amid family-owned company's defamation suit
Palau's media has "lost its credibility", is "not ethical", and "sensationalising" reports, the leader of the North Pacific island nation has claimed.

Elastic wins AWS Global Generative AI Partner of 2024
Elastic has been honoured as the AWS Global Generative AI Infrastructure and Data Partner of the Year at the 2024 AWS Partner Awards, recognising innovation in AI.

New study highlights challenges in ITDR adoption by firms
A Quest Software study reveals 84% of firms engaging in Identity Threat Detection and Response see benefits, despite facing significant implementation challenges.

AWS unveils new service for managing security incidents
AWS has launched its Security Incident Response service to help organisations swiftly manage security events like data breaches and ransomware attacks.

Heavy traffic on Auckland motorway after cement truck crash
The crash initially blocked all northbound lanes, but has since been cleared - though traffic has built up substantially.

Board chair, 80, claims he was �forced to go� because he�s �too old�
Ross Goudie will see out the term as a board member, but the community is split over his exit as chairperson.

Lineaje report reveals open source vulnerabilities rise
A new report by Lineaje reveals that over 95% of security vulnerabilities stem from open-source dependencies, highlighting critical risks for organisations.

MongoDB expands AI programme with major industry partners
MongoDB has expanded its AI Applications Program, welcoming industry giants like Capgemini and IBM to enhance generative AI offerings and integration options.

AI tool boosts student performance by 47% in schools
Education Perfect's AI-feedback tool shows a 47% improvement in student performance across trials in over 100 Australian and New Zealand schools.

Maori, rural children at greater risk of severe paediatric appendicitis.
Rural kids suffer severe appendicitis four times the rate of those in urban areas, and Maori children double the rate than non-Maori.