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Hortonworks latest collab ups cloud innovation game for customers

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Hortonworks has partnered with Microsoft to update its Azure HDInsight Hadoop Cloud solution, providing faster query speeds and enhanced security.
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By 'taking the perspective of the attacker' organisations may fare better

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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By adopting the mindset of attackers, organisations can better comprehend and counteract cyber threats, claims Michael Marriott from Digital Shadows.
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Spotify launches playlist personally curated for each listener

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Spotify introduces Daily Mix, a new feature that combines users' favourite tracks with new songs for the perfect listening session.
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Canon NZ 'truly inspired' by environmental community projects

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Canon New Zealand announces winners of its Environmental Grants Program, with three projects receiving $5,000 worth of Canon equipment.
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'The best way to protect data is to kill it', says Gemalto exec

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Data breaches have increased by 15% in the first half of 2017, with a total of 974 reported incidents worldwide, says Gemalto.
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Kiwis now have access to game changing Gigabit UFB

Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Ultrafast Fibre Limited and Northpower Fibre will offer one Gigabit (1Gbps) broadband in New Zealand from 1st October.
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Christchurchians to put down tech for digital detox

Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Canterbury residents to take part in 'All Right? Digital Detox' by putting down their smartphones and devices on Sunday.
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Microsoft forms new partnership to increase customer productivity

Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Microsoft and Workday have announced a global strategic partnership to expand business solutions for joint customers at the Ignite conference in Atlanta.
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Software AG bolsters ANZ team with former IBM channel exec

Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Software AG appoints Ann Maree Bonica as marketing manager for ANZ, aiming to expand its reach in Australia and New Zealand.
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BMW electrifies New Zealand's Middle Earth

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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BMW drives a green future, electrifying NZ's roads with 100+ EV charging stations, from Kaitaia to Invercargill.
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It's a global sausage fest - ISACA addresses lack of women in IT

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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Less than 25% of IT jobs in developed countries will be held by women by the end of 2016, according to the ISACA.
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NetSuite unveils software features exclusive to ANZ businesses

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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NetSuite unveils new additions to its cloud management offering, OneWorld, providing greater flexibility and control for Australian and New Zealand businesses.
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New capabilities and a security makeover for Office 365

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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Microsoft announces new security and compliance capabilities in Office 365, including advanced threat protection and threat intelligence.
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New distie partnership for Kemp opens 'exciting new markets'

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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Kemp Technologies partners with rhipe to offer service providers access to its cloud services, delivering optimised application delivery in the cloud.
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Spark & Huawei get behind digital youth initiative in Otara

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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Tupu Youth Library in Otara partners with Spark, Auckland Council, and Huawei to provide after-school workshops on digital creativity for primary aged children.
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Kiwi company strengthens cloud offerings with new acquisition

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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SecureCom, a Kiwi cloud service leader, bolsters its offerings by acquiring struggling Auckland firm, Atmospheric, and adds skilled staff.
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New software takes business automation to 'entirely new level'

Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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Pegasystems launches end-to-end automation platform combining RPA, BPM, and CRM to increase efficiency and customer experience.
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Creatives and businesses need to 'adapt quickly' to survive

Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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New Zealand and Australian creatives are driving business impact, but nearly half feel they lack the necessary skills, according to an Adobe study.
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Microsoft delivers the power of Azure to data centers

Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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Microsoft unveils the availability of Azure Stack Technical Preview 2 at Ignite 2016, aimed at extending Azure to data centers.
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Inside the Kiwi UFB experience: Tips for businesses wanting UFB at home

Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband Initiative brings high-speed fibre to 19 towns and cities, benefiting businesses and homes alike.