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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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Cohesity rolls out innovative ROBO solution for data management

Fri, 21st Feb 2020
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Cohesity has launched an advanced solution combining backup, file services, and cloud archival for remote office/branch office (ROBO) data management.
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IBM report projects evolution of phishing, ransomware and spoof tech

Wed, 19th Feb 2020
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IBM's latest report reveals that cybercriminals are evolving, employing phishing, ransomware, and spoofing tactics. Recycled credentials pose growing threats.
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Maintaining uptime in the data center is no game of checkers

Thu, 13th Feb 2020
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AI-driven machine learning is revolutionising data centre uptime by predicting hardware failures before they occur, potentially saving firms millions.
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Snowflake valuation skyrockets to $12.4 billion following strategic partnership with Salesforce

Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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Snowflake's valuation has surged to USD $12.4 billion after new funding and a strategic partnership with Salesforce, poised to solidify its market dominance.
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Humans to be working alongside robots in retail within 5 years - Gartner

Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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Retailers will embed robots into their workforce by 2025, with AI and automation transforming warehouse operations, says Gartner.
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Ixia enhances active network monitoring platform with machine learning

Tue, 4th Feb 2020
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Keysight Technologies' business Ixia has incorporated machine learning technologies into its network monitoring platform.
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Machine learning is key to securing corporate data in the cloud

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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In securing data in the cloud, companies now face a multi-faceted challenge that features flexible data access from large numbers of users and devices.
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Huge growth in malware connected to popular musicians - Kaspersky

Fri, 31st Jan 2020
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Cybercriminals are actively abusing the names of artists and songs nominated for a Grammy 2020 award, in order to spread malware.
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OPPO voted Consumer NZ's top mobile phone brand

Thu, 30th Jan 2020
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OPPO awarded 2019 Top Brand in Mobile Phone Category by Consumer New Zealand, highlighting their success in the local market.
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HCL Technologies celebrates global goodwill champions

Wed, 29th Jan 2020
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Enterprise tech firm HCL Technologies recently honoured goodwill champions around the world as part of its Wave Maker Awards 2020.
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Air NZ trials computer vision AI for faster aircraft turns

Thu, 23rd Jan 2020
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Assaia's Apron AI technology includes computer vision AI-equipped cameras, which capture key aircraft turn activities and predict future operational needs.
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Interview: Adobe creative director on the future of design-led business

Fri, 17th Jan 2020
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Adobe's creative director Adam Morgan discusses the pivotal role of design in business, revealing how computational design will shape future advertising.
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Razer announces DeathAdder V2 and Basilisk V2 mice

Thu, 16th Jan 2020
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Two of Razer's most iconic mice have now been upgraded with a suite of new technologies to keep players at the top of their game.
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HubSpot adds new features to Marketing Hub Enterprise

Thu, 16th Jan 2020
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Now available in Marketing Hub Enterprise are revenue attribution reporting, AI-powered A/B testing, partitioning, and account-based marketing tools.
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Hands-on Review: Sennheiser Ambeo Sound Bar

Tue, 14th Jan 2020
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The thirteen drivers will have your sound bouncing off your walls while placing you in the centre of all the action.
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LG unveils new generation of monitors, for professionals and gamers

Tue, 31st Dec 2019
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These monitors feature a new 'ergo' design for improved comfort and productivity, and are targeted for professionals and gamers.
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ZCoin launches new crowdfunding system to decentralise funding

Sun, 29th Dec 2019
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Zcoin has launched its Zcoin Crowdfunding System (ZCS) as a key step in decentralising funding and decision making of projects.
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True AI – A long and winding road?

Mon, 23rd Dec 2019
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How close are we to achieving true Artificial Intelligence? Panelists at the NetEvents Global IT Summit discuss the road ahead.
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Interview: Group-IB outlines global threats to stability in cyberspace

Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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Cybersecurity firm Group-IB unveils alarming cyber threat landscape in High-Tech Crime Trends 2019/2020 report, spotlighting state-sponsored attackers.
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PaySauce and Xero form strategic alliance in the name of Kiwi farmers

Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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PaySauce and Xero join forces to support Kiwi farmers with Xero For Farming, enhancing financial clarity and compliance through cloud technology.