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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

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New tech maps NZ's digital & socioeconomic divides

Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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The Digital Divide map is an interactive tool which shows the different digital divides New Zealanders and their communities are facing.
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Vodafone named NZ's fastest mobile & fixed network operator

Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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Vodafone wins Speedtest Award for NZ's swiftest mobile and broadband, says Ookla, bolstering data-driven lives for Kiwis.
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Interview: HID Global talks trusted identities, privacy & why we need to be ready for smart buildings

Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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HID Global is a major player in the identity management space and more committed to trusted identities than ever before.
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Aussie small business lending platform secures AU$5million in Series-A funding

Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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TruePillars' allows multiple investors to fund small business loans of their choice with a minimum commitment of just AU$50 per loan.
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Why DDoS attacks show no signs of slowing down

Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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The scale of devastation can have a lot to do with how attackers use resources, such as IoT devices, to launch wide-scale attacks.
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Ever wanted to read underwater? Now you can with the waterproof Aura H2O eReader

Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Dive into books anywhere with Kobo's new waterproof Aura H2O eReader, perfect for sun-bathers and bath-time readers alike.
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Malware in your DNA sequence data? Technically, it's possible

Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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Could hackers exploit your DNA sequence and encode it with malware? A new study from the University of Washington says yes, it's possible.
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KONNI Remote Access Trojan linked to attacks on North Korean affairs

Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Cylance have linked the KONNI Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that is targeting North Korean affairs to the DarkHotel threat actors.
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Is the end of open source VoIP in sight? Five reasons why it's on the way out

Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Beware of partner programs that allow more established suppliers of the same solution to undercut new providers.
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Konica Minolta Australia launches industrial print products in New Zealand

Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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The company say they invested heavily in technology, products and strategic partnerships in order to bring this offering to the New Zealand market.
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Want to cause chaos? ICIT says hacking elections is easy

Mon, 7th Aug 2017
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Hackers at DEFCON were able to exploit vulnerabilities in voting machines in a matter of minutes - ICIT breaks down just how easy it is.
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Cylance announces AI-driven next generation consumer antivirus

Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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CylancePROTECT Home Edition uses AI to extend smart, simple security that prevents execution of malware from corporate office to home office.
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Turn up the heat: This gaming mouse promises to give you the ultimate edge

Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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ROG ups the ante with their latest gaming mice, engineered for peak performance and comfort, giving gamers the ultimate competitive edge.
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Kiwi business software provider Promapp continues US expansion with new contract

Thu, 3rd Aug 2017
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GCM will deploy Promapp's cloud-based business process management (BPM) software to capture and manage business processes.
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Talend's CEO: Do you have the data agility your business needs?

Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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For companies, the situation is clear – their future depends on how quickly and efficiently they can turn data into accurate insights.
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Interview: Vodafone on animal welfare & how IoT can reduce NZ's digital divide

Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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Vodafone NZ's Scott Pollard talks IoT's potential to bridge digital divides and enhance animal welfare for Kiwi farmers.
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iOS gets another round of critical security updates to block major security holes

Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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Apple's iOS 10.3.3 has undergone an urgent update after massive security holes were discovered in many of the system's functions.
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Bluff Marae takes on coding for kids with the help of CodeCamp

Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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Coding skills are fundamentally important to young Kiwis, who may well live in a world where IT is the dominating industry...
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Sledgehammer Games reveals trailer for Nazi Zombies in Call of Duty: WWII

Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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It won't be a Call of Duty game without zombies so Sledgehammer Games has you covered in Call of Duty: WWII. The new Nazi Zombies mode has been...
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New version of SambaCry spotted in the wild: Linux users urged to update OS

Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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Linux users face fresh cyber threat as new SambaCry variant emerges; experts urge immediate system updates to thwart attacks.