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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.

Shield

'Crowd-sourced' security to neutralise zero-day attacks

Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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Security resellers and businesses can participate in the fight against cyber-criminals thanks to next-generation interactive sandbox security.
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DiRT Rally now available for early access

Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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Codemasters have taken their rally franchise, DiRT, back to its roots with DiRT Rally, now available on PC as part of the Steam Early Access programme.
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ESET uncovers another porn clicker on Google Play

Mon, 1st Jun 2015
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ESET has uncovered multiple variants of a Trojan porn clicker on Google Play, masquerading as Dubsmash 2, rapidly exploited by cybercriminals.
Budget

What does the NZ Budget mean for small business?

Mon, 25th May 2015
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This Budget continues to deliver on National Government's pattern of fiscal responsibility. This is a positive thing for New Zealand business.
Profit

Rakon back to profit

Thu, 21st May 2015
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Rakon returns to profit with a USD $3.2 million net gain after closing its UK plant and shifting production to India and NZ, despite doubling its debt.
Sand

Are blind spots leaving your organisation exposed? Trend Micro says yes

Wed, 20th May 2015
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Simple blind spots are leaving individuals and organisations exposed to prominent threats, according to Trend Micro.
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Kiwi nutrition app comes to Android

Thu, 14th May 2015
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New Zealand's Foodeye app, a nutrition navigator, now on Android to help users make informed food choices at supermarkets.
Sales up

NZ retail sales rise a record 2.7% in 1Q as back-to-school drives electronic goods

Thu, 14th May 2015
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NZd retail sales rose at a record pace in the first three months of 2015 as the start of the school year underpinned demand for consumer electronics.
Coding

UFB expo to teach kids programming

Tue, 12th May 2015
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Local fibre company Ultrafast Fibre Limited is hosting a three-day expo in Whanganui to teach children how to create online games.
The warehouse store

Warehouse posts 5% gain in 3rd-qtr sales, says FY profit on track

Fri, 8th May 2015
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Warehouse Group posted a 5% gain in 3rd quarter sales which it said was in line with its expectations and meant it was on track to meet annual profit.
Digitalisation

EMC taking digital content to the horizon

Fri, 8th May 2015
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EMC unveils Project Horizon - its vision to enable enterprises to drive their digital agenda and harness the untapped value of business content.
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An Eagle's view of the cloud

Thu, 7th May 2015
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Eagle Technology's embrace of cloud services is revolutionising data accessibility and system availability for businesses, says executive director Duane Eagle.
Facebook privacy questions

Privacy Awareness Week: Tips from Facebook

Tue, 5th May 2015
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privacy awareness week
To mark Privacy Awareness Week (May 3 – 9) in New Zealand, Facebook has created some simple tips about how you can protect your privacy.
The warehouse store

Warehouse may offer $125M of 5-year fixed-rate bonds

Tue, 5th May 2015
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The retailer may sell as much as $125 million of five-year bonds to refinance $100 million of bonds maturing next month.
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Young Kiwi snapped up for Microsoft APAC role

Tue, 5th May 2015
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Marianne Ma, a 25 year old Microsoft New Zealand employee, has taken on the leadership role of Microsoft APAC business manager.
Smartphone

Are smartphones a vital education tool?

Thu, 30th Apr 2015
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Smartphones in classrooms? New study by University of Canterbury reveals their growing role in enhancing engineering education.
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Hands-on Review: Asus Zenbook UX303

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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Looking for a solidly built ultrabook light enough to throw into a bag but can handle most game titles? You'd be hard pressed to go past the UX303.
Unblock

Android App Review: Unblock

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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Unblock: a free, fun and addictive puzzle game that will keep you entertained for hours (or maybe just minutes). Read more.
Snail pace

Is Netflix and co slowing down your internet?

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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Is TV streaming impacting ISP performance? Large dips in speed evident during peak viewing hours, according to TrueNet.
Flag

Microsoft backs VMob's America plans

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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Microsoft will contribute additional funding and resources to enhance VMob's sales, marketing and product development programme.