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March webinars to teach schools about N4L
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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Schools to learn digital tech integration at N4L webinars on 18 and 25 March, hosted by the Ministry of Education and N4L.
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IRD gives Reckon green light to store NZ data in Oz
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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Accounting software provider Reckon has received approval from the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) New Zealand to store taxpayers’ business records of.
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Exclusive update: StorageCraft appoints Ingram Micro as NZ distributor
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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StorageCraft bolsters NZ presence, appointing Ingram Micro as distributor for its comprehensive disaster recovery solutions.
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If I could turn back time... well, 10 years to be exact
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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Former Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, admits regret over entering mobile market too late, questions Facebook's acquisition of WhatsApp.
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Woz: Don’t sack Cook, Apple’s still cool
Mon, 17th Mar 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Apple co-founder Wozniak defends CEO Tim Cook amidst calls for his departure, asserting Apple retains its cool factor and leadership.
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Callaghan Innovation's incubator system encourages NZ start-ups
Sat, 15th Mar 2014
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government
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Callaghan Innovation boosts NZ's start-up scene with a new incubator network, seeking tech-focused and founder-focused applications.
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The Warehouse has 'absolutely no intention' of buying Orcon
Sat, 15th Mar 2014
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The Warehouse Group has absolutely no intention of being involved in the bid and due diligence activity for Orcon, according to company CEO Mark Powell.
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Apple demands Samsung pays $40 per smartphone
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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Apple is demanding Samsung pays $40 per smartphone as damages following the biggest patent and trademark lawsuit in tech history.
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Labour aims to 'protect citizens' with a digital bill of rights
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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Labour proposes digital bill of rights to protect New Zealanders from mass surveillance and guarantee internet access.
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How tech can combat the incoming storm...
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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hybrid & remote work
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NIWA leverages cutting-edge tech to revolutionise collaboration, drastically enhancing New Zealand's environmental research capabilities.
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Remedial work in store for Novopay
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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government
Minister Steven Joyce says changes to the Novopay Service Centre model will simplify the resolution of payroll and HR issues.
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How advanced cloud architectures are transforming IaaS data centre services
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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Revolutionary cloud architectures are reshaping IaaS, offering dynamic security and lowering costs for data centres globally.
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Will a new breed of salesperson become the new normal for cloud?
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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government
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The rise of monthly cloud payment models and tech-savvy young salespeople is set to reshape the industry, predicts IDC's VP, Darren Bibby.
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Govt launches improved online services for businesses
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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government
New Zealand introduces integrated Employer Registration service, streamlining business interaction with government and saving companies time and money.
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Expanding Wynyard raises $30m capital...
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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Wynyard Group secures NZ$30m in capital to fuel growth, attracting investors with shares at $2.70 each, setting sights on expansive future.
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Gartner: Four steps to drive social media behaviour...
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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martech
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facebook
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social media
Harnessing emotions, relevancy, trust, and clear benefits, Gartner outlines four essential steps to drive social media behaviour effectively.
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IGEL goes for (White) Gold with ANZ distie deal
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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IGEL Technology boosts its presence in ANZ by partnering with WhiteGold Solutions, aiming to expand the adoption of Thin/Zero Client technologies.
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Check Point joins forces with VMware to provide private cloud network security
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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virtualisation
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private cloud
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it automation
Check Point Software Technologies is teaming up with VMware to automate network security deployment in private clouds.
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Telecom set for Yahoo Xtra email security update...
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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uc
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Yahoo and Telecom are applying additional encryption settings to Yahoo Xtra email, affecting some users from March 17.
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Wynyard seeks $35m capital for global growth plan
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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wynyard group
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partners
Wynyard Group applies for trading halt to carry out targeted placement of shares, aiming to raise NZ$35m for global growth plan.