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OpenAI launches Deployment Company, agrees to buy Tomoro
Businesses adopting AI now face a push to turn pilots into production systems, as OpenAI backs deployment with USD $4 billion.

Christopher Luxon embracing 'anti-migrant rhetoric' of coalition partners - Hipkins
Labour leader Chris Hipkins said Luxon is buying into a view on immigration that isn't true.

Exaforce raises USD $125m in Series B for AI security
The funding will help the cyber security start-up expand in Japan and Europe as it pushes AI tools to cut investigation times and false positives.

Cashed-up PNG Chiefs target Australian teen rugby sensation with Kiwi father
With much of the NRL player pool off-limits to the PNG club until November 1, the Chiefs are looking at rugby targets, where no such restrictions exist.

Several large shipments of fuel on their way, raising total petrol stocks to 59 days of supply
New Zealand’s petrol reserves have surged following the departure of several large shipments now on their way to the country.

Saviynt names new chiefs to drive AI security push
The identity security group is sharpening its AI pitch after USD $700 million in funding as it expands globally and adds new leadership.

Thousands queue as Milford Track spots book out in minutes
DOC said demand was intense, with about 13,500 in line as bookings opened.

The biggest mistake most people make with Bitcoin is missing the opportunity
Disciplined buyers have historically outperformed traders by staying in Bitcoin through downturns, when panic often causes investors to miss recoveries.

Claims immigration changes will see US-style crackdown 'completely wrong' - Erica Stanford
Erica Stanford told a select committee the changes were simple and technical and would help officers do their job.

Teen’s 'crazy' journey from Phoenix superfan to grand final star
Just years ago, Pia Vlok was a fan watching the Phoenix on TV. On Saturday, she takes centre stage in the club's bid for a maiden A-League title.

First Focus acquires Optimus Systems in New Zealand
Existing customers will keep their local teams as First Focus expands in New Zealand with a managed IT buyout adding cyber security and cloud services.

Budget 2026: Government cut operating allowance again amid global chaos
The PM has announced the goverment's operating allowance is again being slashed, as he focuses on global chaos in his first pre-Budget speech.

Asia Pacific governments boost sovereign AI priorities
Fewer than 1 in 20 governments have made major investment, even as concerns over resilience and security push sovereign AI up the agenda.

Country's petrol stocks jump while jet fuel decreases
There are 59 days of petrol, 45.2 of diesel and 50.2 of jet fuel either in the country or on the way.

Partial sell-off of Kiwibank back on the government's agenda
Kiwibank has been instructed by the government to once again look at its options for long-term growth, including revisiting the possibility of partial privatisation.

Aquaman star behind the decks at Queenstown bar
Actor Jason Momoa is headlining a different form of entertainment on Friday: a DJ set at a Queenstown bar.

No room for sugar hits in the Budget - Government cuts its spending allowance
The Government has lowered its operating allowance by $300m dollars - shaving the amount of new spending down to $2.1b.

Honor X9d 5G Review
A rugged phone that looks anything but, with plenty of power and good performance.

AIA Insurance pays out $790 million in claims in past year
Still, total claims paid in 2025 were down 4.7 percent on 2024's $829.6m.

Watch live: Christopher Luxon on what global chaos means for Budget 2026
Christopher Luxon's first major pre-Budget speech will cover geopolitics, New Zealand's role, and the impact at home.