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Making Kiwi beaches safer - Surf Life Saving NZ & Emsisoft team up

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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New Zealand's Surf Life Saving teams up with software company Emsisoft to map rip currents and improve search efforts.
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Bartercard goes big - launches new online marketplace

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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Bartercard revolutionises trade, debuting a digital marketplace to its 16,000 NZ members, enabling streamlined goods and services exchange.
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The many 'interesting' threat trends in ANZ and around the world

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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Fortinet's global security strategist Derek Manky recently visited both Australia and New Zealand to talk all things cyber security.
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Which vendor remains on top in shrinking global tablet market?

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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Apple and Samsung defy downward trend in global tablet market, with IDC reporting year-over-year decline of 14.7%.
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Vic Uni spin-out gets $450k from big NZ innovation investor

Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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EdPotential will deliver software-as-a-service products based on advanced algorithms and data analysis capability through cloud services.
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The future: How technology will disrupt the insurance sector

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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The insurance industry needs to embrace big data and wearable technology or risk being left behind, warns Dr Michael Naylor of Massey University.
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Kiwi businesses at risk of Google penalties

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Kiwi businesses face a growing threat of Google penalties, warns SEO expert Tom McSherry, citing widespread violations and dated tactics.
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HPE unveils new IaaS with 'more dev, less ops'

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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HPE launches Helion OpenStack 4.0, an open and flexible infrastructure-as-a service platform for enterprise workloads.
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The threatening cyber landscape of the Melbourne Cup

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Expert gives advice on protecting against ransomware for Australian punters betting on the Melbourne Cup online.
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Spark unveils solution to deal with 'aging' copper line faults

Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Spark introduces Spark Restore Kit to help customers stay online during broadband or landline faults in New Zealand.
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Microsoft's global cyber security lead on adversaries and negligence

Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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Microsoft expert highlights shortage of cyber security expertise in New Zealand and the need for better collaboration.
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CyberArk bolsters ANZ team with 'channel-focused' new hires

Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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CyberArk has appointed a new regional director for Australia and New Zealand and a new senior director of presales for APJ.
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HPE brings 'transformative technology' to the enterprise

Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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HPE unveils its Modern Workspace, redefining enterprise meetings with Skype Room Systems for streamlined, engaging collaborations.
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Intrapreneurship the new 'buzz word' for organisations

Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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Intrapreneurship is the new buzz word in business as companies encourage staff to explore their own ideas alongside their day jobs.
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Fujitsu & Lenovo one step closer to PC business deal

Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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Fujitsu and Lenovo are exploring a 'strategic cooperation' deal, with the aim to improve competitiveness in the global PC market.
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Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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New Zealand telco Spark welcomes the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative to improve internet speeds in rural areas.
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IN PICS: Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016 - Day 3

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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This year marks Microsoft Ignite New Zealand's 21st birthday, so what better place to celebrate than at SkyCity in Auckland.
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Kiwi businesses not up to scratch with cyber insurance

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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New Zealand's small businesses lag in cyber insurance uptake, with only 6% covered and 9% considering it essential for future resilience.
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Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016: Breaking the rules with Dona Sarkar

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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Dona Sarkar, head of Windows Insiders Program, founder of Fibonacci Sequins, and fashion line Prima Dona Style, speaks at Microsoft Ignite NZ 2016.
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Global domination: AI and cognitive systems behind colossal revenue

Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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AI's surge towards a $47bn revenue landmark by 2020, reflecting its entrenchment in enterprise solutions globally.