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Malicious exploit kit targeting Internet Explorer users, on global scale

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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ESET uncovers 'Stegano', a devious exploit kit victimising Internet Explorer users globally through high-traffic site ads.
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F5's 'exceptional' channel growth within ANZ

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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application security
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F5 champions ANZ growth, with Rob Malkin leading as MD to bolster app security and partner relations amid rising virtual trends.
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IN PICS: Vertiv's Aussie teams celebrate rebrand, farewell Emerson Network Power

Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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Vertiv's Aussie squads toast to fresh identity and bid adieu to Emerson legacy amidst a transformative $4bn revamp.
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NZ's UFB build on track - Waiheke now complete

Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Waiheke Island has completed its Ultra-Fast Broadband build, with 5600 homes and businesses benefiting from NZD$9.6 million in investments.
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Film review: Office Christmas Party

Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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film review
'Office Christmas Party' mingles chaos with cheer in a bawdy festive blowout that'll likely leave your sides splitting as much as your head the next day.
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Aruba's ANZ partners and resellers converge for Atmosphere 2016

Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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The 2016 ANZ Atmosphere Conference comprises of Aruba's technology partners and resellers as well as customers and prospects.
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CA Technologies to acquire Automic with unanimous board vote

Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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CA Technologies set for a 600m euro acquisition of Automic, bolstering its cloud automation prowess, as both boards agree.
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Aruba celebrates ANZ partners at 2016 Channel Partner Awards

Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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partner awards
Aruba announces winners of its 2016 Channel Partner Awards at the Atmosphere ANZ Conference. Matrix CNI named Aruba ANZ Partner of the Year.
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Adimex back on the job as exclusive distie for Telestream ANZ

Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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Adimex reappointed as Telestream's distributor for Australia and New Zealand, offering digital video tools and workflow solutions.
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Verizon chosen for Aussie govt service provider panel

Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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Verizon secures spot on Aussie govt telecom panel, to bolster digital services and network security for federal agencies.
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Former McDonald's exec takes up key role with NZ-based Plexure

Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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Former McDonald's exec, Darren Rankine, has been appointed as the new VP of Client Services at Kiwi-based CRM IoT provider, Plexure.
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Challenges remain for organisations and hybrid IT, analyst says

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Colocation data centers offer a solution to businesses' hybrid cloud challenges, providing access to private and public resources, says Frost - Sullivan.
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Zyxel Communications matches brand transformation with top industry accolade

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
Zyxel Communications named one of Taiwan's best global brands for 14th year running, with 5% yearly increase in brand value.
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Orcon continues Gig rollout to Whangarei

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Orcon expands its Gig plans to Whangarei, following successful uptake in other metropolitan areas across New Zealand.
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Snapchat users take care - security predictions for 2017

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Business email compromise (BEC) is set to continue evolving and causing big losses in 2017, cyber security firm Proofpoint has predicted.
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Fitbit still on top in wearables market, Apple's 'aging lineup' sees decline

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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wearables
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Wearables market sees 3.1% growth in Q3, with fitness trackers leading the way, accounting for 85% of the market.
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Qualtrics attributes rapid growth in JAPAC to market demand

Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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best practice
Qualtrics' JAPAC surge driven by soaring market demand, tripling its customer base amid rapid regional expansion and innovation.
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Spark deploys its 'fastest' UFB service to most of NZ

Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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tablets
Spark ramps up broadband speeds, launching its swiftest UFB service for most Kiwis, with promises of 700-900Mbps downloads.
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What will 2017 bring for the tech industry?

Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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trends & predictions
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dimension data
Dimension Data predicts that digital focus will continue to be the key trend in the IT industry over the next year.
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HPE's composable initiative expands, customers & partners align

Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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partner programmes
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Partners like Microsoft, VMware, SUSE and Red Hat are all accessible through integration with the HPE OneView API.