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Kiwi Stories

Retail stories

Easy Crypto debuts NZD-backed all-in-one wallet, stablecoin

Easy Crypto, New Zealand's largest non-custodial crypto exchange, debuts NZD-backed stablecoin, NZDD, and an all-in-one wallet.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

Unified Communications

New NZ telco Rocket Mobile launches with unlimited data plans

NZ's Rocket Mobile launches as a new telecommunication service bringing unlimited data plans, aiming to challenge rival companies' hidden costs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

Disaster Recovery

NZ's Myovolt scales global presence with United Sports Brands deal

Kiwi health-tech firm, Myovolt, anticipates a boost in its global footprint, thanks to a newly-agreed deal with global sports retailer, United Sports Brands.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

Data Analytics

Genesis Energy picks Gentrack's g2.0 for digital transformation boost

Genesis Energy opts for Gentrack's g2.0 to spearhead digital transformation, enhancing customer experiences and retail services.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023

Global Stories

Retail stories

Apple

Indonesian smartphone market rebounds with 8.8% YoY growth in Q3 2023

Indonesia's smartphone market sees growth after 8 quarters of decline, with high-priced smartphones leading the way, according to IDC data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

Customer Experience

Asia Pacific retail banks show growing interest in Generative AI

Asia Pacific retail banks are showing increased interest in Generative AI, with 41% planning to invest, indicates an IDC report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

EduTech

UK firms pivot to AI as permacrisis prompts vital digital adaptations

A new report reveals 78% of UK IT decision-makers plan to use AI and automation to navigate the ongoing permacrisis.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

Data Analytics

Lack of central data storage hinders customer support, reveals Sprinklr report

A Sprinklr report reveals that 46% of CX leaders lack the central data storage vital for a competitive customer service.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

EduTech

Epson releases 4K laser display poised to transform classrooms & workspaces

Epson introduces its first 3LCD lamp-free laser display with 4K technology, designed to revolutionise classrooms and workspaces.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

Online shopping

Cybercrime threat escalation prompts vigilance for Black Friday shoppers

Alarming data shows cybercriminals escalating efforts to exploit Black Friday, with a 135% increase in fake retail sites.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

Human Capital Management

Accenture & Avanade expedite data readiness & AI adoption with Microsoft Fabric

Accenture and Avanade are expanding their capabilities in data readiness and generative AI with the help of Microsoft technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

Fintech

New fintech platform Fils brings sustainability to payment companies

New fintech platform Fils, developed by Nameer Khan, equips payment firms with tools to integrate ESG values in operations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Retail stories

Virtualisation

Hyve and Remarkable partner to reduce cloud downtime on Black Friday

Brighton-based Hyve Managed Hosting has partnered with Remarkable Commerce to mitigate cloud downtime during Black Friday sales.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

Clean technologies

London start-up Reboxed secures £1.6m for sustainable tech retail growth

Sustainable tech start-up Reboxed has bagged £1.6m to boost its eco-friendly marketplace, aspiring to rehome 100 million devices by 2030.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

Merchants

PAYSTRAX launches in UK after successful European growth

Lithuanian fintech PAYSTRAX begins UK operations after robust growth in Europe, aiming to impact the local tech scene.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

Parliament

Mapping the future of UK's digital economy at Parliament

UK industry leaders gathered at Parliament to strategise on the future of the digital economy, covering digital skills, diversity, and sustainability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2023

eCommerce

Social commerce strategies: changing the retail game plan

As social media strategies continue to evolve, they are set to open new doors for brands to create social commerce experiences.

By Alexander Otto • 5 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2023

Power / Energy

Charge into savings: BLUETTI's unmissable Black Friday deals

Black Friday 2023 is here, and BLUETTI is offering great discounts of up to $5000 on portable solar generators and home backup solutions starting November 20th.

By Tom Raynel • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Nov 2023