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Smart Communications debuts AI tools for compliance-led CX
Smart Communications launches AI-powered tools to help regulated firms modernise customer communications, data capture and archiving at scale.

'Really serious': Call for urgency as review of insurance commences
The review needs to tackle the problem that insurance is becoming more unaffordable and potentially inaccessible, Consumer NZ says.

Former hostages Aviva and Keith Siegel visit Kenyan refugee camp

YubiKeys promise 265% ROI & 99.99% cut in breach risk
YubiKey rollout boosts ROI by 265% and slashes breach exposure 99.99%, Forrester study finds, delivering multi-million USD $ gains.

Should AI chatbots have ads? Anthropic says no.
ChatGPT competitor comes out swinging with Super Bowl ad mocking AI product pitches.

Donald Trump, Xi Jinping discuss Taiwan and soybeans in call aimed at easing China, US relations
China is considering buying more US-farmed soybeans, President Donald Trump says after what he called "very positive" talks with President Xi Jinping, even as Beijing warned Washington about arms sales to Taiwan.

Whanau asks judge not to jail bus driver who killed passenger after fare dispute
The family of Peter Te Kira, who was killed by bus driver Mikaele Ah Fook, asked a judge not to send the man to prison.

Radware unveils Agentic AI Protection for autonomous agents
Radware launches Agentic AI Protection to secure autonomous agents at runtime, tackling prompt injection, tool abuse and data exposure risks.

Wellington surfers fear return of 'turds in the waves' era after Moa Point failure
They are devastated that untreated sewage is spilling into the sea off Wellington's coast - threatening surfing events planned for late summer.

Inside Cortina's Olympic Village: A snowy haven for hundreds of athletes
The village is the temporary home for about 1400 athletes, coaches and team members during the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Games.

'Nothing prepares you for it': Mayor's 'confronting' days after deadly landslide
When they reached the scene on Adams Ave and saw the slip with their own eyes, Drysdale said his first thought was “Oh shit”.

‘Real sick’ penguin seen in area near grounded tour boat
Thirty-eight passengers and three crew members had to be rescued after the Black Cat dolphin-watching boat ran into trouble near Nikau Palm Valley Bay around midday.

Elon Musk Calls Spain’s PM ‘Tyrant’ Over New Social Media Rule

At least 21 reported killed in Gaza as fragile ceasefire under strain

Logistics Plus expands operations into India

Fearing Russia will seize her town, war widow moves husband's grave to Kyiv

Adventurous seal pup given police escort out of New Plymouth CDB
Police say the seal pup wandered "a bit too far from home" but was safely escorted back to the sea.

‘Five cats on my patio’: Residents plead for help over cat problem as dozens inundate small town street
Opotiki residents whose properties are being overrun by cats are urging the local district council to instate a policy to restrict numbers.

Greens, Labour and Te Pati Maori gear up for Te Tai Tokerau battle
This huge electorate is set to host one of the most heated electorate races of 2026.

Celonis names Ewan Henderson North America GM for AI push
Celonis hires veteran software leader Ewan Henderson as North America GM to tighten AI’s link to day-to-day operations and measurable ROI.

A Harry Potter villain is now an unlikely new-year mascot in China
With the Year of the Horse in view, an unexpected face has emerged in China as a symbol of fortune.

'Hero' saves family of four from drowning
A family of four have been saved from drowning by a fast-thinking local man being described by police as a "hero".

Kiwi-born star James Lowe axed ahead of Six Nations opener
The winger is one of the most utilised players under head coach Any Farrell.