by Andrew Hunt | Apr 16, 2026 | IT News & Insights New Zealand | Cybersecurity, AI & Microsoft Updates
Microsoft has confirmed upcoming pricing and packaging changes to its commercial Microsoft 365 suites, effective 1 July 2026. These changes will apply to new subscriptions and renewals from that date. While final pricing will be confirmed closer to July, Microsoft has...
by Andrew Hunt | Apr 16, 2026 | IT News & Insights New Zealand | Cybersecurity, AI & Microsoft Updates, Security, Uncategorised
If you’ve opened a Remote Desktop connection file today and been greeted by an unfamiliar orange warning banner: “Caution: Unknown remote connection” then you are not imagining things. Microsoft has introduced new protections as part of its April...
by Andrew Hunt | Apr 13, 2026 | IT News & Insights New Zealand | Cybersecurity, AI & Microsoft Updates, Security
Cyber awareness isn’t just about blocking malware — it’s about recognising intent. Recently, we received a callout from a client after a user received what initially appeared to be a genuine business opportunity. The email exchange seemed credible, replies were...
by Andrew Hunt | Apr 13, 2026 | AI, IT News & Insights New Zealand | Cybersecurity, AI & Microsoft Updates
If you’ve been following Microsoft Copilot for a while, you’ll have noticed something important happening. Copilot is no longer just about answering questions or drafting documents. Copilot is getting ready to do real work on your behalf. Two names you’ll hear...
by Andrew Hunt | Mar 31, 2026 | AI, IT News & Insights New Zealand | Cybersecurity, AI & Microsoft Updates
Two open-source AI tools are generating serious buzz in technology circles right now: OpenClaw and Paperclip. You may have seen the names appearing in your LinkedIn feed, or heard them mentioned at a recent industry event. If you’re a business owner wondering...
by Andrew Hunt | Mar 31, 2026 | AI, IT News & Insights New Zealand | Cybersecurity, AI & Microsoft Updates
Short answer: yes — in some cases. Longer answer: it depends on what kind of business you’re running, and what “staff” actually means in 2026. We’re seeing a growing wave of businesses experimenting with fully virtual teams — not just remote people, but AI agents...
