Optimizer HQ stories
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Midwinter launches MultiGoal optimisation engine
Tue, 6th Sep 2022
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fintechs
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strategy
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optimizer hq
Midwinter, a Bravura Solutions company, has launched MultiGoal, a strategic goal optimisation engine for financial advisers.
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Employee claims he’s owed $100,000 by Kiwi tech company in liquidation
Fri, 16th Sep 2016
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optimizer hq
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odev
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employment
If you were owed $100k from your company, you’d feel pretty aggrieved wouldn’t you? Ex-employee, Lawrence Sami certainly feels that way.
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QNAP improves NAS data center searchability function
Thu, 21st Jul 2016
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storage
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hyperscale
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dc
QNAP improves Qsirch 2.2 software for better search functionality across its NAS network, now supporting over 6000 file types.
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Optimizer HQ subsidiaries’ debts likely to top $11 million
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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odev
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iren
Claims against two Optimizer HQ subsidiaries are likely to hit $11.3 million, with liquidators reviewing the sale of business assets pre-liquidation.
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Optimizer HQ subsidiaries in liquidation; Swipe HQ down
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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optimizer hq
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geekzone
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mobile payment
Odev, a company associated Optimizer HQ and payment processing solution Swipe HQ, has been placed into liquidation.
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Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.
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Has Spark Business solved SMB cash flow struggles?
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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telco
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smb
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optimizer hq
Spark Business has partnered with local Kiwi company Optimizer to solve one of the most common ‘pain points’ for small business owners...
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Kiwi SMEs set for improved cash-flow thanks to Xero
Fri, 11th Jul 2014
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fintechs
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financial systems
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optimizer hq
Kiwi SMEs to boost cash flow with new Xero and Optimizer deal, offering low cost credit card payments through Swipe HQ.
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Are Kiwi firms exposing sensitive data to help desks?
Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
A New Zealand IT specialist is warning Kiwis phoning cloud software helpdesks that they may expose their data to unnecessary risk.
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Auckland CBD should become ‘Mini Silicon Valley’
Fri, 16th Aug 2013
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ict
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optimizer hq
Auckland's IT leader envisions a 'Mini Silicon Valley' at the city's heart, boosting collaboration and infrastructure for tech export growth.
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Is regulation needed for cloud ‘data portability’?
Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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cloud services
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government
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optimizer hq
A leading cloud technology figure has called for government regulation to protect consumers who move their data and images onto cloud applications.
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Kiwi mobile payment technology 'Optimizing' global potential
Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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risk & compliance
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optimizer hq
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nzx
Businesses in Europe and Asia will be the first to benefit from a New Zealand developed mobile payment device.
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Capital gains as Optimizer HQ raises $4m
Mon, 17th Jun 2013
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partner programmes
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investment
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optimizer hq
New Zealand technology firm closes a multi-million dollar investment in new capital from local and international investors.
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Will Optimizer HQ go for NZX listing?
Mon, 27th May 2013
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nzx
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optimizer hq
New Zealand-based technology company announces plans to explore the prospect of listing on the New Zealand Stock Exchange (NZX), but will it happen?.
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Kiwi invention prevents password hacking
Tue, 2nd Apr 2013
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optimizer hq
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banking
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retailers
New Zealanders are at risk of data breaches due to weak passwords. Optimizer HQ has developed a password management system to combat this.
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Accept payments on your mobile with ’Swipe HQ’
Sat, 23rd Jun 2012
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commerce systems
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martech
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payment technologies
New Zealand's Optimizer HQ unveils Swipe HQ, a game changer for mobile payments, directly via the headphone jack.
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Manas Kumar: optimising leadership
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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martech
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leadership
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optimizer hq
Manas Kumar, CEO of Optimizer, is interviewed about the Kiwi company he launched and the role that the international sector plays in his business.
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Optimizer HQ offers ultra-cheap SMS marketing
Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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saas
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canada
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optimizer hq
Optimizer HQ debuts Texta, a cost-effective SMS marketing tool for SMEs, priced at just NZD $0.04 per text. Free setup, two-way messaging, and no contracts.
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Optimizer HQ hires marketing officer in post-float push
Tue, 13th Dec 2011
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nz
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entrepreneur
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linkedin
Optimizer HQ hires Cornelis Boertjens as chief marketing officer to bolster its brand globally following its recent listing on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
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Kiwi firms vie for places in international comp
Wed, 23rd Nov 2011
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nz
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optimizer hq
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management
Four New Zealand tech firms, including Mi5 and LanzaTech, are finalists for the prestigious Red Herring Global 100 awards, spotlighting global innovation.