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New study finds early autonomy over AI increases employee motivation and learning

A recent study carried out by researchers from the University of Auckland and the University of Western Australia has shown...

By Liam Foster | 19 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
blackbull markets crowned new zealand's premier broker for 2024

BlackBull Markets crowned New Zealand’s premier broker

Broker comparison site CompareForexBrokers has recognised BlackBull Markets as the top forex broker in New Zealand for 2024. This accolade...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 19 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
comcom files charges against the warehouse over dangerous children's toys

ComCom files charges against The Warehouse over dangerous children’s toys

The Commerce Commission is set to file criminal charges against The Warehouse following concerns over the safety of a children's...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 19 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
oracle stock surge elevates larry ellison to second richest status

Oracle stock surge elevates Larry Ellison to second-richest status

Photo source: CNN Oracle's stock experienced a notable increase of 5.1% on Monday, which has led to Larry Ellison, the company's...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 19 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
tupperware brand files for bankruptcy

Tupperware Brand files for bankruptcy

Tupperware Brands Inc. has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The filing, made on September 17, 2024, includes Tupperware...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 19 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
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New Zealand economy contracts 0.2% in Q2 2024, narrowly avoiding recession

New Zealand's economy contracted by 0.2% in the second quarter of 2024, falling short of economist forecasts and escaping a...

By Liam Foster | 19 Sep 2024 | 4 min read
innovative brain implant enables als patient to command alexa

Innovative brain implant enables ALS patient to command Alexa

A patient suffering from a degenerative condition has successfully commanded Amazon's Alexa digital assistant using only his thoughts, as announced...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 18 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
charges filed against jetstar for misleading consumers on flight compensation

Charges filed against Jetstar for misleading customers on flight compensation

The Commerce Commission is filing charges against Jetstar for allegedly misleading customers regarding their rights to compensation for flight delays...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 18 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
amazon announces return to office mandate for employees

Amazon announces return to office mandate for employees

Amazon is mandating that corporate employees return to the office five days a week, as stated by CEO Andy Jassy...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 18 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
huawei launches first ever tri fold smartphone

Huawei launches first-ever tri-fold smartphone

Photo source: Huawei Huawei has introduced what it claims to be the world's first tri-fold smartphone, just hours after Apple launched...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 18 Sep 2024 | 3 min read
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Defaults on business loans up 33%, family homes used as collateral

As more small business owners in New Zealand face financial difficulties, an increasing number are putting their family homes at...

By Liam Foster | 18 Sep 2024 | 4 min read
consumer optimism grows as economic outlook improves

Consumer optimism grows as economic outlook improves

Consumer confidence for the September quarter has improved by 9 points, reaching a total of 90.8 points, the Westpac McDermott...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 18 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
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Telco company Spark NZ plans to make some roles redundant

Spark, a major telecommunications company in New Zealand, has announced plans to reduce the number of virtual customer service advisor...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
pfizer's experimental drug shows promise in treating cancer cachexia

Pfizer’s experimental drug shows promise in treating cancer cachexia

Pfizer has announced positive results from a midstage clinical trial of its experimental drug, ponsegromab, intended to treat cancer cachexia,...

By Mike Jerome Infante | 17 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
auckland airport and hawkins

Auckland Airport and Hawkins partner for new domestic terminal

Auckland Airport is partnering with Hawkins, a subsidiary of Downer Group, to construct a new domestic jet terminal.  The total cost...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
new world supermarkets face 48 hour alcohol licence suspension for advertising violations

New World supermarkets face alcohol licence suspension for advertising violations

The Alcohol Regulation and Licensing Authority (ARLA) has ordered a 48-hour suspension of off-licences for 32 New World supermarkets across...

By Leenah-Leen Arandia | 17 Sep 2024 | 2 min read
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