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Open banking is coming: New Zealand's vibe-coded AI problems just got a lot more serious
Data Protection

Open banking is coming: New Zealand's vibe-coded AI problems just got a lot more serious

New Zealand's open banking rollout is set to expose weakly secured AI tools in financial services, with certification fast becoming a must-have.

By Jacob Muñoz • 5 min read • Last month
NZ watchdog plans fibre rules shake-up for 2029 reset
Chorus

NZ watchdog plans fibre rules shake-up for 2029 reset

New Zealand's watchdog has outlined draft rule changes for fibre networks ahead of a 2029 reset, aiming to clarify investment tests and capex.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2026
TUANZ partners with Recycle A Device to bridge divide
Gaming

TUANZ partners with Recycle A Device to bridge divide

TUANZ has teamed with Recycle A Device to supply refurbished laptops to students, targeting New Zealand's growing digital divide in 2026.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Thu, 5th Feb 2026
One NZ & Advantai Group partner to boost branded mobile services
Network Infrastructure

One NZ & Advantai Group partner to boost branded mobile services

One NZ and Advantai Group partner exclusively to help NZ brands launch branded mobile services faster and cheaper using One NZ's award-winning network.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
New government 'alliance' formed to combat online scammers
Cybersecurity

New government 'alliance' formed to combat online scammers

New Zealand's government forms 'Anti-Scam Alliance' with banks, police and tech firms to tackle online scams through real-time data sharing.

By Craig McCulloch • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Rocket Mobile tops NZ value rankings for unlimited data plans
Commerce Commission

Rocket Mobile tops NZ value rankings for unlimited data plans

Rocket Mobile offers New Zealand's cheapest unlimited data plans, topping the Commerce Commission's value rankings and challenging major network providers.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2025
Rocket Mobile wins best value award at NZ Compare
Unified Communications

Rocket Mobile wins best value award at NZ Compare

Rocket Mobile has been named the Best Value Mobile Provider at the 2024 NZ Compare Awards, marking a successful second year since its rebrand.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024
Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs
Commerce Commission

Alternative lending gains popularity among New Zealand SMEs

A Prospa survey reveals many New Zealand SMEs view summer as vital, with 43% expecting better conditions despite economic challenges ahead.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Chorus advocates stricter guidelines for broadband marketing
Unified Communications

Chorus advocates stricter guidelines for broadband marketing

Chorus urges New Zealand's Commerce Commission to enforce stricter broadband marketing guidelines, promoting transparency for informed consumer choices.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Prospa launches tools for New Zealand SMEs to enhance growth
Commerce Commission

Prospa launches tools for New Zealand SMEs to enhance growth

Prospa has launched new financial tools for SMEs, including Bill Pay and expanded loan limits, to ease the pressures on small business owners in New Zealand.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2024
Rocket Mobile launches innovative group plans in New Zealand
Commerce Commission

Rocket Mobile launches innovative group plans in New Zealand

Rocket Mobile has unveiled New Zealand's first MVNO group plans with unlimited mobile data at varying speeds, challenging the dominance of major MNOs.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers
EduTech

Kiwis lack awareness of high fees in international transfers

Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2024
New Zealand fintech Debut eyes first local AI-based open bank
Fintech

New Zealand fintech Debut eyes first local AI-based open bank

New Zealand's fintech Debut is set to become the first locally-owned bank tailored for AI and open banking, aiming to dismantle financial barriers.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2024
Kiwi Mobile tackles NZD $400 million in wasted mobile data
Unified Communications

Kiwi Mobile tackles NZD $400 million in wasted mobile data

New Zealanders waste NZD $400 million yearly on unused mobile data. Kiwi Mobile aims to change this with its new Endless plan, charging only for data used.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Experian unveils two new digital banking solutions for NZ
Customer Experience

Experian unveils two new digital banking solutions for NZ

Experian introduces two digital solutions in New Zealand to simplify confusing bank statements, promising enhanced customer experiences and operational efficiencies.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2024
Spark reveals actual 4G & 5G speeds using Cisco ThousandEyes
Unified Communications

Spark reveals actual 4G & 5G speeds using Cisco ThousandEyes

Telecoms firm Spark discloses true 4G and 5G speeds by leveraging Cisco ThousandEyes tech for precise measurements.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Chorus reports strong half-year results amid CEO transition
Unified Communications

Chorus reports strong half-year results amid CEO transition

Amid plans for a CEO changeover, Chorus reports a robust half-year performance bolstered by increased fibre broadband uptake.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Mar 2024
Electric Kiwi challenges sneaky notice periods of broadband retailers
Unified Communications

Electric Kiwi challenges sneaky notice periods of broadband retailers

Electric Kiwi has launched a complaint against leading NZ broadband retailers, alleging they use 'sneaky notice periods' that impede competition.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Jan 2024
Vector's PRISMED project receives inaugural Commerce Commission innovation grant
Network Infrastructure

Vector's PRISMED project receives inaugural Commerce Commission innovation grant

Vector's PRISMED project awarded inaugural Commerce Commission innovation grant, aimed at utilising smart meter data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023