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Global tariff wars could hit KiwiSaver balances, “Don’t panic” says expert

New Zealand investors may soon feel the effects of US President Donald Trump’s sweeping trade tariffs, with financial experts warning...

By Liam Foster | 06 Mar 2025 | 4 min read
ai startup ataraxis raises funds to revolutionise cancer care

AI startup Ataraxis raises funds to revolutionise cancer care

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in cancer care, primarily focusing on early detection....

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
google's ai mode brings advanced search to users

Google’s AI mode brings advanced search to users

Google has introduced a groundbreaking "AI Mode" for its search engine, allowing its users to ask complex queries. This experimental...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 06 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
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Petition launched to preserve NZ’s iconic golf destination

Under a new proposal by Auckland Council, more than half of Takapuna Golf Course, which attracts approximately 200,000 visitors each...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 05 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
nz expands education opportunities for vietnamese students

NZ expands education opportunities for Vietnamese students

In his recent Vietnam visit, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon highlighted the contributions of Vietnamese students to New Zealand’s education sector...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 05 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
data centres struggle to meet ai energy demands

Data centres struggle to meet AI energy demands

As cloud computing continues to expand, data generation accelerates, and AI adoption surges, the demand for data centres as the...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 05 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
intercontinental auckland

Auckland’s luxury InterContinental hotel sold in a NZ$180M deal

NZX-listed landlord Precinct Properties has finalised an agreement to sell the newly developed InterContinental Auckland hotel to Singapore-based Hotel Properties...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 05 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
trade tensions escalate as tariffs hit canada, mexico

Trade tensions escalate as tariffs hit Canada, Mexico

The imposition of tariffs by the United States on Canada and Mexico has sent shockwaves through the global economy, with...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 05 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
pak'nsave

Pak’nSave stores face charges for misleading promotions, inaccurate pricing

The Commerce Commission confirms that charges have been filed against Pak'nSave Silverdale in Auckland and Pak'nSave Mill Street in Hamilton...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 05 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
water quality concerns plague marlborough's lake elterwater

Water quality concerns plague Marlborough’s Lake Elterwater

Marlborough's lakes have been under scrutiny following recent water quality assessments, revealing a mixed picture of health across the region. The...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
second hand clothes

Trade Me survey reveals record growth in second-hand economy

A recent survey conducted by Trade Me Marketplace has revealed that the second-hand market experienced a notable increase in value...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 04 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
fonterra abandons carbon zero claims for simply milk range

Fonterra abandons carbon zero claims for Simply Milk range

Fonterra, New Zealand's largest dairy exporter, has announced the discontinuation of its "carbon zero milk" claim for its Simply Milk...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 04 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
packing up desk being made redundant

38% surge in company liquidations as economic pressures mount

New Zealand is witnessing a sharp rise in company liquidations, with businesses across all sectors struggling to navigate economic headwinds....

By Liam Foster | 04 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
tiktok, reddit face uk investigation over child safety

TikTok, Reddit face UK investigation over child safety

The United Kingdom's Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) has initiated investigations into TikTok, Reddit, and Imgur, in a move to safeguard...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Mar 2025 | 3 min read
anthropic raises $3.5 billion in largest ai funding round

Anthropic raises $3.5 billion in largest AI funding round

Anthropic has just secured a substantial $3.5 billion investment, catapulting its valuation to an impressive $61.5 billion. The major funding...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 04 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
nzme building

Auckland-based Canadian investor James Grenon becomes major NZME shareholder

Auckland-based Canadian billionaire James Grenon has been identified as a major shareholder in NZME, holding a 9.3% stake in the...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 04 Mar 2025 | 2 min read
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