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southland and gisborne hawke’s bay top westpac economic rankings

Southland and Gisborne-Hawke’s Bay top Westpac economic rankings

The Westpac Regional Roundup report shows Southland’s economy blooming brighter, tying with Gisborne-Hawke’s Bay for the top ranking, although this...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 09 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
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KFC’s “KFCurrency” stunt: a marketing case study for Kiwi business leaders

On October 8, 2024, KFC launched its innovative “KFCurrency” promotion across all New Zealand outlets, captivating customers with a unique...

By Nicole Valdez | 08 Oct 2024 | 5 min read
aa insurance fined for misleading discounts and overcharging customers

AA Insurance fined for misleading discounts and overcharging customers

AA Insurance has been fined millions at the High Court for failing to apply multi-policy and membership discounts, as well...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 08 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
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Google threatens New Zealand government over Fair Digital News Bargaining Bill

In a mounting dispute between Google and the New Zealand government, the tech giant has threatened to cease linking to...

By Liam Foster | 08 Oct 2024 | 6 min read
european union approves tariffs on chinese electric vehicles

European Union approves tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles

Photo source: Wikimedia Commons On Friday, the European Union officially voted to establish definitive tariffs on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) manufactured...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 08 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
hospitality sector's robot revolution gains traction

Hospitality sector’s robot revolution gains traction

New Zealand's hospitality sector has gradually integrated robots into its operations over the past two years, particularly in hotels and...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 08 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
google invests $1 billion in thailand for data centre and ai devt

Google invests $1 billion in Thailand for data centre, AI development

Google has just announced a substantial investment of 36 billion Thai baht (approximately NZD $1.7 billion) in Thailand to establish...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 08 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
tvnz to shut down 1news website

Tvnz to shut down 1News website

TVNZ plans to shut down its 1News website early next year and outsource certain roles, according to a proposal shared...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 08 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
st kevin’s arcade celebrates 100 years

St. Kevin’s Arcade celebrates 100 years

One of Auckland's oldest shopping centres, St. Kevin’s Arcade, has turned 100 years old.  Historical Significance Before the establishment of St. Kevin's...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
economists predict significant ocr cut

Economists predict significant OCR cut

A significant interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank appears increasingly likely this week, as both economists and financial markets...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 07 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
starling bank hit with £29 million fine for compliance issues

Starling Bank hit with £29 million fine for compliance issues

Photo source: Financial Promoter Goldman-backed Starling Bank has been penalised £29 million (approximately NZD $61.8 million) by U.K. financial regulators due...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 07 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
openai secures $6.6 billion funding boost

OpenAI secures $6.6 billion funding boost

OpenAI has successfully completed a funding round and secured $6.6 billion, which elevates its valuation to $157 billion post-money. Its...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 Oct 2024 | 3 min read
who approves first rapid diagnostic test for mpox

WHO approves first rapid diagnostic test for Mpox

The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted approval for the first diagnostic test for mpox that delivers immediate results, a...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 Oct 2024 | 2 min read
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Survey shows half of Kiwis eyeing second job as inflation bites

In Aotearoa, the combination of rising inflation and an economic downturn is prompting about half of Kiwis to consider taking...

By Nicole Valdez | 05 Oct 2024 | 5 min read
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Southern Cross reports 9% premium hike due to increased demand

Many Kiwis are becoming increasingly frustrated with delays in the public healthcare system, leading many to turn to private health...

By Nicole Valdez | 04 Oct 2024 | 4 min read
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NZ Government introduces major reforms to simplify building consent approvals

Industry leaders within Aotearoa's development trade have reason to feel optimistic as New Zealand's construction sector prepares for a transformative...

By Nicole Valdez | 04 Oct 2024 | 5 min read
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