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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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Futuresource - Is 5G really 'just around the corner'?

Thu, 7th Feb 2019
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The radio frequencies required for full commercialisation of 5G have limited range and do not easily propagate through walls or buildings.
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AI in cybersecurity stamping out menacing fileless attacks

Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionising cybersecurity by effectively combating fileless attacks, which evade traditional antivirus software.
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How IoT is helping NZ's largest industry

Tue, 29th Jan 2019
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A pioneering IoT trial at Kowhai Farm aims to revolutionise New Zealand's farming industry, expected to boost the country's export revenue to NZD $43.8 billion.
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Frost & Sullivan honours Honeywell's IIoT value creation

Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
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Frost and Sullivan has awarded Honeywell the 2018 Global Customer Value Leadership Award for its cybersecurity innovations and transformative IIoT solutions.
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Why APIs hold the key to a killer customer experience

Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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APIs are revolutionising customer experience by merging data across platforms, allowing businesses to predict and meet consumer needs with precision.
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What AI should look like in the consumer-directed economy

Mon, 21st Jan 2019
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Avaya's Peter Chidiac says among all the opinions on what constitutes customer experience, it's clear that they will not wait for businesses any more.
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New blockchain solution aims to keep our food ethical

Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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OpenSC enables anyone to scan product QR codes which automatically takes them to information about where a specific product's journey.
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Key trends bolstering digital transformation in 2019

Wed, 16th Jan 2019
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User experience, edge computing and AI will dominate as key trends in 2019 as organizations focus on simplifying enterprise architectures.
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How data helps ANZ enterprises shine

Wed, 16th Jan 2019
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Australian companies must harness the power of data network effects to compete with global tech giants like Amazon and Google.
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LG makes TVs smarter with new AI processors

Tue, 15th Jan 2019
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Latest TVs from LG use deep learning to enhance the video and audio output and introduces integration with Alexa.
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LG launches a 'rollable' TV that disappears into its base

Tue, 8th Jan 2019
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LG unveils the 65-inch Signature OLED TV R, a 'rollable' television that seamlessly disappears into its base, redefining home entertainment spaces.
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Implementing shared security models in the cloud

Tue, 8th Jan 2019
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Developers aren't usually aware of every control that should be implemented to ensure security in cloud environments.
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2019's top three cybersecurity trends - Akamai

Mon, 7th Jan 2019
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Cybercriminals have been moving towards a 'gig economy' – an underground community of malicious actors exchanging services.
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How tech is leading a people-first approach to healthcare

Thu, 20th Dec 2018
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Philips is leading a revolution in healthcare, bringing personalised care to patients' homes and streamlining medical processes with cutting-edge technology.
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You wouldn't marry a stranger, so why go into business with one?

Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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You can't just rush straight into a partnership. According to Bartercard, at least half of all partnerships fail in the first 2-3 years.
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Mac malware on WatchGuard's top ten list for first time

Tue, 18th Dec 2018
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The report is based on data from active WatchGuard Firebox unified threat management appliances and covers the major malware campaigns.
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Bin 'em: Those bomb threat emails are complete hoaxes

Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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A worldwide spate of spam emails claiming there is a bomb in the recipient's building is almost certainly a hoax.
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Disruption in the supply chain: Why IT resilience is a collective responsibility

Fri, 14th Dec 2018
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Organisations must build resilient relationships to thrive in the face of disruption, using IT infrastructure to promote trust, agility, and collaboration.
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Take productivity to the next level with Surface

Fri, 14th Dec 2018
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Microsoft's latest-generation Surface devices unlock more power, performance and value for business customers.
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Securing hotel technology to protect customer information

Mon, 10th Dec 2018
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Network security risks increase exponentially as hotels look to incorporate newer technologies to support a range of IoT devices, including smart door locks.