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Stories by Sam - Page 18

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Xero completes two year data migration to Amazon Web Services
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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New Zealand-based accounting software company Xero has completed a two-year transition to Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure.
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IN PICS: Motorola Solutions Hackathon in Brisbane, Australia
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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The event was held in in association with Telstra and Amazon Web Services and aimed at developing public safety-based apps.
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Actifio and Charles Taylor partner up to benefit tech insurance sector
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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Traditional approaches to data management such as backup, disaster recovery, test and application development have become unsustainable.
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NetApp appoints new managing director for ANZ market
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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Glenn McPherson appointed as Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand, replacing Steve Manley, says NetApp spokesperson.
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Gartner dubs Fujitsu a visionary vendor in Magic Quadrant
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Fujitsu named a top provider of end-to-end IoT solutions by Gartner, highlighting their extensive experience in the field.
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New early threat warning service for companies to roll out globally in 2017
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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ESET launches Threat Intelligence service for real-time threat alerts and analysis, available globally in 2017.
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Taiwan a regular target of cyber espionage
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Taiwan faces sustained cyber attacks, with officials and energy firms targeted by espionage campaign, reports Palo Alto Networks.
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Xero takes home NZ international business award
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Xero wins Excellence in Leadership award at New Zealand Business Awards. CEO Rod Drury accepts and emphasizes company's commitment to social challenges.
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IN PICS: Nutanix hosts X tour for partners and customers in Aussie
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Nutanix has showcased its latest IT innovations at 'X Tours' in Brisbane and Melbourne, eyeing a quadruple growth in its ANZ business within three years.
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Cyber crims targeting Aussie companies with Microsoft OneDrive accounts
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Cyber-criminals are exploiting Microsoft OneDrive for Business accounts to spread malware in Australian companies, says new research by Forcepoint.
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Mangawhai to Sydney to mainland USA - NZ's fourth international cable on its way
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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New Zealand's fourth international cable build, the Hawaiki cable, has begun construction, aiming to increase internet speed and connectivity.
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Quantum Computer embraces SDN with Brocade in Shanghai
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Quanta Computer deploys Brocade-powered IP networks at factories, simplifying operations at network edge and data center.
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Westcon-Comster bolsters Aussie leadership team with three appointments
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Westcon-Comstor strengthens Australian executive team with three new appointments, including Chris Apthorpe as Vendor Alliances Director.
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Is Samsung about to sell its PC business?
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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It was only a couple months ago that Samsung sold its printer business to HP for more than $1 Billion - and soon its PC business could be gone too.
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TechCollect calls for Australian companies to recycle e-waste
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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TechCollect calls on Australian businesses to recycle their e-waste on 'Waste Not, Want Not' day, promoting sustainability.
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New CSPs bulk up the Equinix Cloud Exchange in Australia
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Over 20 new Australian Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) are now offering direct connectivity to enterprises via the Equinix Cloud Exchange.
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Former NZME exec to head MYOB's NZ operations
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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Carolyn Luey, formerly of NZME, takes the helm of MYOB's NZ division, eyeing innovation and local business success.
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Execs and IT pros show 'significant disconnect' with disaster recovery
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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C-level executives and IT professionals have a significant disconnect when it comes to disaster recovery, says Evolve IP survey.
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Pizza drone deliveries are a thing now - Kiwi customer gets first taste
Wed, 23rd Nov 2016
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In a world first, a Peri-Peri Chicken Pizza and a Chicken and Cranberry Pizza have been dropped off to a customer in Whangaparoa.
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Industrial automation behind tech spending growth in APAC, researcher says
Wed, 23rd Nov 2016
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In the APeJ region, IDC forecasts tech spending in manufacturing will hit USD $36 billion by 2020, driven by industrial automation and efficiency gains.