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Apps stories - Page 5

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Google adds protection in its fight against bad apps
Fri, 23rd Apr 2021
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Google has introduced new policies to protect users and guard against bad apps, prioritising safety on Google Play.
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Popular iPhone call recording app left recordings unsecured on the web
Mon, 15th Mar 2021
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A researcher discovered the vulnerability in a free app called Automatic call recorder, offered for free on the App Store for iPhone.
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Xero launches authentication app to boost account security
Fri, 12th Mar 2021
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mobility
Xero launches new authentication app, Xero Verify, as part of its phased rollout of mandatory multifactor authentication.
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AI software growth to fall below current investor projections
Thu, 31st Dec 2020
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forrester research
AI application growth will be constrained by technology vendors embedding AI functionality into existing software products with greater frequency.
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Adoption of cloud-native apps high but security remains an issue - report
Fri, 4th Dec 2020
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cloud security
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Only 10% of organisations run half or more business apps on Kubernetes due to security and networking issues, according to research from Volterra.
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Sony launches Apple TV app on select smart TVs
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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Sony adds Apple TV app to selected smart TVs in New Zealand, offering access to Apple TV+ and other streaming services.
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Apple launches App Store Small Business Programme
Fri, 20th Nov 2020
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Developers can qualify for the programme and a reduced 15% commission if they earned up to US$1 million in proceeds during the previous calendar year.
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App install fraud up $945 million in APAC
Fri, 31st Jul 2020
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low-code
Asia Pacific exposed to $945m in app install fraud in H1 2020, with finance the most targeted category, according to AppsFlyer report.
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'Tinder of real estate' - Kiwi property app launches
Tue, 14th Jul 2020
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cios
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property market
New app Yelsa, dubbed the Tinder of real estate, connects sellers with buyers in New Zealand, potentially saving thousands in fees and marketing costs.
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deVere responds to growing demand for fintech solutions with new app
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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deVere Group launches Ident Me app for secure identity verification and notary services, adding to its fintech portfolio.
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Full reveal: LEGO shares a glimpse of the full Super Mario range
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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gaming
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nintendo
LEGO and Nintendo have unveiled their new LEGO Super Mario product range, offering interactive gameplay and endless creative possibilities.
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Xero partners with Coveo to empower small businesses with machine learning
Thu, 4th Jun 2020
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accounting systems
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Xero has partnered with Coveo to enhance its app marketplace search for small businesses with the help of machine learning.
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Track and trace app must be mandatory to all visitors into NZ
Tue, 12th May 2020
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mobile tracking
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covid-19
A mandatory track and trace app must be made available to all visitors into New Zealand, says Jupl co-founder Sir Ray Avery.
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Kiwi firm ignites Aotearoa's mental health & wellbeing support
Wed, 6th May 2020
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mental health
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rush
NZ's Ignite Aotearoa boosts staff mental health support amidst lockdown.
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Meet the Lens Scanner - a revolutionary app to get your glasses prescription online
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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eye problems
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apps
The Lens Scanner allows customers to quickly and effortlessly perform their own eye test to retrieve their glasses prescription online.
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Australian Govt teams up with Delv to release COVID-19 app
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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australian government department of health
Australian firm Delv launches one-stop COVID-19 app with gov't collaboration.
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Apple rolls out new App Store restrictions in response to COVID-19
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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The tech giant has also banned outright entertainment or game apps which use the coronavirus as a theme or central idea.
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Feeling lonely online? Share a pic of your pet, says psychologist
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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social media
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cyberbullying
New app counters social media gloom with pet pics to boost mental health & mood. #PedigreeApp #Positivity.
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Pegasystems announces new app-building software
Fri, 7th Feb 2020
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low-code
Pega launches Pega Express, pioneering a low-code development method in their Platform.
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Christchurch startup looks to fix voicemail headaches
Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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university of canterbury
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voice
Kiwi startup Vxt turns voicemail into text, curbing inbox angst for users with smart app.
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Deliveroo takes rider safety seriously with new advisory panel
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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apps
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food
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road safety
Deliveroo launches Rider Advisory Panel to boost safety on UK streets.
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University of Auckland students launch app for Stress Less Week
Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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apps
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auckland university
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students
Auckland students launch digital treasure hunt to beat exam stress. #UniAucklandFun #StressLessWeek.
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Health focused app launches in ANZ
Fri, 27th Sep 2019
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Jonas Leisure launches app for gym-goer connections in AU and NZ.
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Ola brings Apple Pay to ridesharing for Australia and New Zealand
Tue, 24th Sep 2019
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Ola integrates Apple Pay in Aus and NZ, leading its app upgrade for enhanced security and user experience.