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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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State-sponsored North Korean cyberespionage group continues to weaponize tactics

Wed, 21st Feb 2018
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The North Korean threat group known to some as Reaper (APT37) is eyeing bigger targets with more sophisticated tactics.
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New email spam campaign ditches traditional Office macro infection tactic

Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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malware
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email security
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cybersecurity
A new wave of spam emails use Microsoft Office documents to download password stealers without having to activate Macros.
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Rumours fly about who was behind the PyeongChang Olympics hack

Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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winter olympics
The Olympic Destroyer campaign comes at a precarious time of geopolitical tensions with several possible perpetrators but no conclusive proof.
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Data fabric company making waves with global awards

Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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storage
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data fabric
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Five-year-old storage company ioFABRIC has been awarded two Tech Trailblazers Awards for their data fabric offerings and CTO.
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Gartner provides 7 steps for dealing with Spectre and Meltdown

Fri, 16th Feb 2018
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iaas
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
​No doubt you've heard of Spectre and Meltdown before, given security researchers are calling them 'catastrophic' - here's Gartner's advice.
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Y-tech workshops getting youth into technology

Thu, 15th Feb 2018
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3d printing
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datacom
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the mind lab
The event includes speeches by inspirational New Zealand tech personalities from Datacom, the Mind Lab, and GirlBoss.
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Google Cloud TPU machine learning accelerators now available in beta

Tue, 13th Feb 2018
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public cloud
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open source
Google's beta Cloud TPUs accelerate ML on GCP, slashing training times and costs, with full TPU pods coming soon.
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Dames, professors & CEOs come together to draw more Kiwi women into data science

Sat, 10th Feb 2018
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data analytics
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data science
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martech
The New Zealand leg of the event is building on a global movement of inspiring more women to enter and excel in the data science industry.
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Adobe introduces content intelligence to transform customer experience

Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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data analytics
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cx
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martech
Adobe survey finds teens spend 11h daily on digital media; Adobe boosts Experience Manager to meet content demands.
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Panasonic claims stake in smart energy management with Schneider Electric deal

Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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schneider electric
The system also features plug and play technology to reduce installation time, or can be installed as a part of a standalone system.
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HPE and Paessler announce new partnership to benefit joint customers

Sat, 3rd Feb 2018
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partner programmes
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paessler
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network monitoring
Paessler AG partners with HPE to enhance IT infrastructure monitoring for customers, joining HPE Partner Ready Program.
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Cyber warfare set to surge in 2018 but expert says Britain is not prepared

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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cybersecurity
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government
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venafi
Cyber war has exploded and is now quite literally on our doorstep - despite this an expert claims Britain's defences are severely underfunded.
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Three ways artificial intelligence is making buildings smarter

Tue, 30th Jan 2018
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datacentre infrastructure
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iot
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ai
In an ideal world, data anomalies would be automatically detected by AI-algorithms, and then immediately triaged and root cause identified.
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Exclusive interview - Progress talks channel plans for cognitive apps

Wed, 24th Jan 2018
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partner programmes
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progress
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modernisation
Richard Stone talks about the next gen of applications and how their 35 years of adaptability and success will benefit the ANZ channel this year.
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Ursnif banking Trojan loves New Zealand and Australia as its targets

Wed, 24th Jan 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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proofpoint
The Ursnif Banking Trojan seems to love Australia and New Zealand, based on findings that show its 'disproportionate prevalence' in the two countries.
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Gameplay modes and areas that AO Tennis needs to improve on with future update patches

Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox one
Initially, I was very happy with the release of AO Tennis, but after listening to a lot of feedback, I realise the game is far from perfect now.
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Hands-on Review: AO Tennis is a Grand Slam winner

Fri, 19th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox one
After so many years, we finally receive a new tennis game on PS4 and Xbox One called AO Tennis. Is it worth the long wait?.
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McAfee named a 'Leader' in Magic Quadrant for IDPS

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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casb
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cybersecurity
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mcafee
The inclusion of the company in the Leader category is based on Gartner's criteria, including completeness of vision and ability to execute.
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AO Tennis is available now in New Zealand and Australia

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox one
Tennis is finally coming back to consoles today for those living in Australia and New Zealand. This is because AO Tennis is out today.
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Crypto-miners creating havoc for businesses: Coinhive 'Most Wanted' malware

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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ddos
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trustwave
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cryptomalware
Crypto-mining malware variants are causing headaches for enterprises and their computers as website owners try to recoup revenue, says Check Point.