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Workday unveils new platform to boost custom AI development
Workday has launched Workday Build, a new platform empowering users to develop custom AI solutions integrated with their enterprise data and apps.

The cafe with $3.50 coffee that it’s impossible to make profit on
When the new cafe opened in central Wellington last November, the owner had to find some way to let people know ‘we are here’.

BeyondTrust boosts AI agent oversight with new security controls
BeyondTrust enhances AI security with new controls in its platform, boosting visibility and governance over AI agents in IT environments now.

Samsung unveils Vision AI Companion for smarter TV experiences
Samsung launches Vision AI Companion on select 2025 Smart TVs, enhancing interaction with generative AI for personalised, smarter home entertainment.

ECan considers nitrate emergency amid rising water pollution protests
The move comes after a survey found almost half the wells in the Canterbury region contained E. coli and rising nitrate levels.

Remote launches AI surveys, global payroll & mobility tools
Remote launches AI-powered Surveys and tools for global payroll, HR automations and mobility, helping firms streamline workforce management worldwide.

Winston Peters now has a deputy leader
The New Zealand First caucus voted, unanimously, to appoint a deputy leader.

Cohesity appoints Greg Statton as APJ CTO to drive AI growth
Cohesity has appointed Greg Statton as APJ CTO to lead AI innovation and regional growth, with a focus on Japan and integrated data protection solutions.

Snoop Dogg NZ show canned days out
The hip hop legend was set to play one show for over-18s in Auckland this weekend.

Taupo’s tastiest festival dishes up degustations, feasts and sweet surprises
From degustations to Greek feasts and volcanic chocolates, Treats of Taupo serves up a flavour-packed celebration of local chefs, producers and regional pride.

‘My brother’: The unlikely bromance between rival rugby greats
Greatness recognises greatness, so it’s probably no surprise that two of the world’s best rugby players are new besties.

Appeal Court dismisses bid to suppress identity of double killer twice ruled insane
However, his identity remains secret for now as his lawyer indicated he has been instructed to file an appeal to the Supreme Court.

As Simeon Brown spoke, nurses turned away
Dozens of nurses turned their backs on Health Minister Simeon Brown in a show of frustration over staffing shortages, as he made an address at their union’s annual general meeting.

Customs intercepts meth shipment in parcel of macadamia nuts
The seizure was part of a wider operation that uncovered drugs worth $9 million being imported into New Zealand.

Vane Viper linked to over 1 trillion DNS queries & ad fraud scams
Vane Viper, a threat actor posing as an adtech firm, generated over 1 trillion DNS queries last year linked to malware and ad fraud, warns Infoblox.

GitHub launches MCP Registry to streamline AI tool discovery
GitHub launches MCP Registry, uniting AI tool servers from partners like Figma and Postman to simplify discovery and integration within developer workflows.

‘Scratching the surface’: Flying Kiwi Hamish Kerr eyes previously unthinkable mark
It wasn’t so long ago that Kerr didn’t think he was good enough to mix it with the best high jumpers.

Cohesity names James Eagleton Managing Director for ANZ region
Cohesity appoints James Eagleton as Managing Director for ANZ to drive growth and lead AI-powered data security expansion in Australia and New Zealand.

Akamai launches unified global partner program with local benefits
Akamai launches Partner Connect, a unified global programme offering local benefits, simpler engagement, and tailored incentives for diverse partners worldwide.