Stories by Staff - Page 176
TranscribeMe named best NZ Tech Start-Up
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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it automation
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vmware
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evernote
The crowd-as-a-platform transcription company claims the Export NZ Award, highlighting its growing footprint in the global market.
SMBs bag $40m capital fund boost
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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healthtech
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orion health
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smb
NZ Superannuation Fund injects NZ$40m into Kiwi SMBs, aiming to fuel their growth in global markets through Pioneer Capital’s management.
Facebook cuts sex and violence ads
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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facebook
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advertising
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automation
In a bid to keep marketers sweet, social networking site is axing adverts on pages containing sexual or violent content.
Is BlackBerry finished?
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Selling as many new models in three months as Apple does iPhones in a week, many believe time is running out for the embattled BlackBerry.
Is new-look Intel in the TV business?
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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digital entertainment
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tv
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intel
Intel CEO Brian Krzanich signals a cautious approach to rumours of Intel entering the Web TV industry, citing lack of content expertise.
Samsung seeks alternative US Apple approach
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
With dwindling sales across America, Samsung's struggle to gain traction in the US tablet market has led to a change of approach from the South Korean company.
Ballmer: Windows 8.1 back to the Start
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
Windows 8.1 to bring back Start button to desktop, according to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Build conference. #Windows8.1 #StartButton.
How convergence can reduce stress on legacy networks
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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virtualisation
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cloud services
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extreme networks
Convergence is key to easing the strain on legacy networks, delivering cost savings and flexibility for modern IT demands.
NZ tech industry set for jobs boost
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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ict
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hudson
While most employers across New Zealand anticipate minimal headcount growth this quarter, over half of the IT industry intends to hire more staff.
Oh no…not another Facebook breach
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Privacy leak in Facebook's Android app, sending users' phone numbers over the internet to Facebook servers simply by launching the app.
Tablets and mobiles grow, but PC? Not so
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Worldwide devices are projected to reach 2.35 billion units in 2013, driven by sales in tablets, smartphones despite PC shipments hitting the skids.
Workers flocking towards video mobile devices by 2015
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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byod
By 2015, 60% of IT workers will use mobile devices for video, challenging firms to catch up with support and management demands.
Attack, Attack, Attack Attack the Mac
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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government
New Zealand Defence Force wants a $600m cyber army - but is robots and drones the way to go? Will it be Tardis machines next?.
Chorus hit with 13% telco levy cut
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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chorus
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levy
Chorus to shoulder a 12.8% contribution to the £50m telecom levy, supporting UK infrastructure, including emergency and rural broadband services.
Kiwi tide turns to Android and Windows tablets
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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windows
Kiwis are ditching Apple for cheaper Android and Windows tablets, with a staggering 147% market growth in Q1 2013.
Renaissance shares drop 33% following $3m loss
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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renaissance
Renaissance faces a sharp 33% share fall as financial troubles deepen with a £3m loss, despite efforts to stabilize its business operations.
Schneider Electric bags global IDC award
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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schneider electric
Schneider Electric hailed as a global leader in DCIM for the 2nd year by IDC, underscoring its dominating presence in the sector.
Microsoft announces Ventures for startups
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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microsoft
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smb
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microsoft ventures
Entrepreneurship is an increasingly global phenomenon with Microsoft strengthening the resources it provides for startups.
Smarter, More Cost Effective Technology Decisions Begin Here
Wed, 26th Jun 2013
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cloud services
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intellium
Let’s face it. No one wants to make costly technology mistakes. Or look like they don’t know what they are doing.
Open Networking Foundation Drives Commercialisation of SDN
Wed, 26th Jun 2013
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
The Open Networking Foundation has successfully completed its third semi-annual PlugFest for the promotion of Software-Defined Networking.