Stories by Staff - Page 111
Are we looking at the new Apple iWatch?
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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personal computing devices
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iwatch
Stunning images coming out of America could be that of Apple’s eagerly anticipated iWatch, coming in two different models.
Govt considers NZ data use of the future
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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data privacy
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cloud services
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government
The Government establishes the New Zealand Data Futures Forum to guide future data use in public services, chaired by ex-Treasury Secretary John Whitehead.
Drury drives Xero's US expansion with Microsoft, HP and Paypal stalwarts
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
Xero Limited has bolstered its Board and US management team with the appointment of a new Board Chairman, adding a further US based Director, and esta.
Don't leave town before you've seen the booming ICT market
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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ict
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social media
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workplace
The ICT sector is thriving with 75% of employers planning to hire, driven by new projects. Pay rises are on the horizon as industry confidence grows.
More than a quarter of Kiwis on board UFB project
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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uc
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government
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telco
Over 1/4 of NZ's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative completed, boosting rural and urban connectivity, says Minister Adams.
Was buying Motorola a costly mistake for Google, or a clever move?
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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smartphones
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lenovo
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google
News that Google is selling Motorola has sparked media commentary that this acquisition was a mistake – but is that really the case?.
Smart Machines: How will they disrupt your career?
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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smart machines
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analyst report
Nearly half of all jobs risk automation in the next 20 years. Can smart machines enhance or threaten your career path?.
Strong Kiwi growth drives Canon's 70 million camera lens production
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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canon
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photography
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creative technologies
Canon celebrates production of 70 million EOS-series cameras as demand for digital SLR cameras continues to rise.
Teachers who inspired, focus of new Kiwi website
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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edutech
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cloud services
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government
A new website, Inspired by U, launched by Education Minister Hekia Parata, allows Kiwis to honour the teachers who made a lasting impact.
MYOB announces new SMB mobile payments solution
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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fintech
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financial systems
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accounting systems
MYOB will soon launch its mobile payments solution MYOB PayDirect, turning small businesses’ smartphones into payments terminals.
WeChat becomes fastest growing social application...
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
WeChat sees a 379% increase in users between Q2 and Q4 2013, making it the top growing social app, says GlobalWebIndex report.
Sophos acquires network security provider
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Sophos strengthens its network security game by acquiring Cyberoam Technologies, promising innovation and a broader product range.
Aussie firm becomes first to reach 100 Xero clients
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Leading Gen Y advisory firm Wealth Enhancers is the first Financial Advisor Partner in Australia to achieve Xero Gold Partner Status, which is awarded.
Cook bets on Apple with new product launches
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Tim Cook teases new Apple innovations, hinting at future expansions but remains tight-lipped on specifics, as the tech giant bets big on its course.
More internet users share photos and videos online
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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digital entertainment
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facebook
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snap
54% of internet users now post original photos or videos, with mobile apps like Snapchat and Instagram fueling the rise, says Pew study.
Massive channel change – Dicker Data NZ plans explained
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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express data
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dicker data
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distributors
Following Dicker's acquisition of Express Data ANZ, David Dicker speaks exclusively with TechDay to explain his firm’s New Zealand plans.
Tait targets global utilities market after Kiwi success
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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tait communications
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voice
After its success with a Canterbury utility's DMR network, Christchurch-based Tait Communications is now setting sights on the global utilities market.
What’s that Computer you’re not Wearing?
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Wearable tech is set to transform how we live, driving hands-free functionality in everyday tasks and spurring 5% of sales by 2020.
Kiwi privacy breaches should have same priority as workplace safety
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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malware
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Low tech human solutions may be the key to preventing privacy breaches, says CEO of Designertech. Technology alone is not enough.
International Telematics and Gen–i join forces in M2M partnership
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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uc
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fleet management
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telco
ITL and Gen-i partner to provide fleet management solutions using Telecom's mobile network for transportation operators.