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Appian recognised for AI innovation on 2025 AIFinTech100 list
Appian has been named on FinTech Global’s 2025 AIFinTech100 list for pioneering AI-driven solutions that transform banking, compliance and financial services workflows.

OpenText launches MyAviator AI to boost secure digital work
OpenText launches MyAviator, a secure personal AI assistant designed to enhance productivity and streamline workflows for digital knowledge workers.

HID & ASSA ABLOY win Red Dot for BG100 biometric airport gate
HID and ASSA ABLOY have won the Red Dot Award 2025 for their BG100 Speedgate, a biometric eGate enhancing security and passenger flow in airports.

NZ town called ‘most beautiful location I’ve ever laid eyes on’
It is the only Kiwi destination ranked in a prestigious travel award.

Sir Peter Jackson backs project to de-extinct moa, experts cast doubt
Any end result of a new NZ-US project "cannot be a moa", a zoology professor says.

Instagram wrongly accuses some users of breaching child sex abuse rules
It was "horrible", "stressful" and "isolating" those affected tell BBC News.

No climate change buy-outs in future, expert group tells government
Owners should be responsible for knowing the flood and storm risks to their homes, an expert group has recommended.

Avast study finds older Kiwis at high risk of online scams
Avast study reveals nearly half of older New Zealanders write passwords on paper, raising their risk of online scams and fraud amidst growing cyber threats.

Suspected extremist content online increases 10 percent
Terrorist and violent extremist groups post horrific content online depicting or promoting the attacks or deaths of innocent victims for the gratification of others, expert warns.

aconso unveils Insights tool for real-time HR data analytics
aconso launches aconso Insights, a real-time HR analytics tool integrating with PowerBI and Tableau to enhance workforce data-driven decision-making.

Watch: Chelsea forward scores against boyhood team in Club World Cup semi
João Pedro scored twice against Fluminense in his first start for the English Premier League giants, who booked their place in the final.

All Black Tamaiti Williams on anxiety and fatherhood
The 24-year-old Crusaders star is in rehab after a serious knee injury and speaking up as part of a campaign.

Moonvalley launches first fully licensed AI model for filmmakers
Toronto company releases Marey, an AI video model offering filmmakers precise creative control and licensed content for professional film production.

Logicalis achieves carbon neutrality in key emissions with renewables
Logicalis has achieved carbon neutrality across key emissions by adopting renewables in six countries and cutting Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 10%.

What it took for Sammie Maxwell to reach the top of the mountain biking world
“As Sammie the person improves, it goes hand in hand that Sammie the cyclist will improve,” says the Kiwi World Cup leader.

Broadcaster diagnosed with cancer after routine blood tests
Mel Homer is expected to spend a month in hospital when she undergoes treatment, beginning next week.

What are the best and worst rewards schemes in NZ? Let us know
Let us know what schemes you use and what works best to save money.

After Diddy: Why hip-hop is still struggling to have its own 'MeToo' moment
The Combs verdict in itself is unlikely to lead to wider changes in the industry, according to insiders

Genesis hot water trial cuts energy use & eases grid strain
Genesis' trial remotely controls hot water heating for 17,000 homes, cutting energy use by 10% and easing peak demands on New Zealand's grid.

Timaru lumberyard ordered to pay $450k after worker crushed to death
Ethyn McTier's family says the loss of the gentle soul has left a gap in their lives that can never be filled.

Refugee support programme ends with no clear future
A pilot scheme allowing community organisations to sponsor and support refugees is over, and its future is up in the air.