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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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Māori digital startup finalists prepare to meet judges

Tue, 9th May 2017
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Finalists for DIGMYIDEA Māori Innovation Challenge, a competition to incubate digital startups, have been announced in New Zealand.
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Bitdefender creates decryption tool for Bart ransomware victims

Tue, 9th May 2017
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Help is at hand for victims of the Bart ransomware, after Bitdefender released a decryption tool that works for all variants.
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Addressing the cyber security skills gap

Mon, 8th May 2017
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Ingram Micro's Andrew Khan gives a quick rundown Fortinet's multi-faceted approach to upskilling staff whilst reducing complexity.
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No favourites here: What makes up the art of cybersecurity warfare

Mon, 8th May 2017
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90% of major Australian businesses and government agencies have been targeted by cyber attacks in the past year.
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Kazuar trojan hijacks Microsoft .NET framework to conduct espionage attacks

Mon, 8th May 2017
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Researchers have uncovered the 'Kazuar' backdoor trojan, which has been detected in espionage campaigns across the globe, Unit 42 reports.
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WatchGuard report: 30% of all malware isn't caught by legacy AV

Mon, 8th May 2017
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WatchGuard's Quarterly Internet Security Report says that 30% of malware attacks are new or zero day exploits - and legacy AVs are missing threats.
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Fuji Xerox NZ partners with Durst to enter digital label printing market

Fri, 5th May 2017
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​Fuji Xerox New Zealand has entered the digital label printing market with the help of a partnership with specialist Durst Industrial Services.
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Global warning as spam attacks target stock market manipulation

Thu, 4th May 2017
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Sophisticated spam blitz threatens markets as Retarus flags a botnet's discreet bid to skew a Latvian stock's value.
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May the 4th be with you: Star Wars tech that actually exists

Thu, 4th May 2017
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From holograms to bionic limbs, this Star Wars day unveils real-life tech feats inspired by the saga's futuristic vision.
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Kobo unveils the new Aura H20 - the eReader you can take anywhere

Thu, 4th May 2017
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According to Kobo, you can take the Aura H20 wherever you go as it has a number of features to allow you to enjoy it anywhere.
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Farro Fresh letting Kiwis get groceries delivered to refrigerated lockers

Wed, 3rd May 2017
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The lockers can be accessed by shoppers 24 hours a day using a digital code sent on completion of an online order.
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'Digital locker' initiative brings in new chapter of online shopping

Wed, 3rd May 2017
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New 'digital locker' service by Farro Fresh modernises the Kiwi online grocery haul, offering 24/7 chilled pickup.
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Smartphone rankings: Who the F**k is Oppo?

Tue, 2nd May 2017
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Oppo launched in New Zealand for the first time in March of this year, bringing us their R9, F1 and A39 models.
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Carbon Black: How to set up a threat hunting program

Mon, 1st May 2017
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UK firms urged to proactively hunt cyber threats by mastering OS intricacies and tailoring threat hunting teams to bolster digital defences.
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TrickBot malware ramps up attacks against ANZ financial firms

Mon, 1st May 2017
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Attackers behind the TrickBot Trojan have been taking their tactics to the next level, researchers from IBM X-Force have uncovered.
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Windows 10 adopted by 91% of IT professionals, but plagued with concerns

Mon, 1st May 2017
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87% of IT professionals have Windows 10 concerns, including application compatibility, need for user training, and manual migration effort.
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Harnessing a AWS hybrid cloud architecture in the digital payments ecosystem

Thu, 27th Apr 2017
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some organisations are hesitant to put 100% of their applications in the cloud, either for security reasons or because few digital payments applicatio.
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Introducing Nia - the new AI platform from Infosys

Thu, 27th Apr 2017
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According to Infosys, Nia has end-to-end RPA capabilities of AssistEdge and the scalable machine learning capabilities of Skytree.
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EXCLUSIVE - NetSuite to establish office in New Zealand

Wed, 26th Apr 2017
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NetSuite, under Oracle's wing, is set to open its first NZ office, boosting its cloud ERP presence in the Australasian market.
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Award-winning resource teaches parents they aren't alone

Fri, 21st Apr 2017
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SmartStart, an online resource for new and expectant parents in New Zealand, has won a prestigious Gold Quill award.