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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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Tesla helps Kiwi company with mission of energy freedom

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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Tesla collaborates with Mercury on a USD $2 million grid-connected battery trial in New Zealand, aimed at enhancing energy storage and grid stability.
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Ingram Micro parent company denies buyout claims

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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Tianjin Tianhai has denied rumours of selling Ingram Micro, citing it as a strategic asset, amid speculation of a possible buyout by Synnex.
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Expert gives advice for distributors competing in digital economy

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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Doug Smith from Epicor says the rapid adoption of eCommerce is leaving many distributors at risk of falling by the wayside.
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The rise and rise of ransomware: From CryptoLocker to Cerber

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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Since the infamous CryptoLocker first appeared in 2013, we've seen a huge wave of file-encrypting ransomware variants extorting money.
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Meltdown and Spectre fallout: patching problems persist

Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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Patching difficulties persist as the tech industry grapples with the fallout from Meltdown and Spectre, highlighting flaws in nearly all modern processors.
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Barracuda acquires social engineering platform PhishLine

Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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email security
PhishLine's social engineering simulation and training platform expands Barracuda solutions to protect against email-borne targeted attacks.
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Challenges in financing, talent retention shaping SMBs in 2018

Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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financing
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An IDC report revealed that reducing costs, gaining operational efficiency, and improving productivity are the top business priorities for SMBs.
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Jabra unveils its new headphone franchise at CES

Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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Jabra launches its Elite franchise at CES, offering advanced headphones and earbuds designed for superior sound, voice control, and personalised music.
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How to mitigate cyber risks while travelling

Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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cloud services
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credit card fraud
Over the past year, compromises of payment card data, network intrusions, and cyberattacks using hotel Wi-Fi have plagued the hospitality industry.
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PC Gaming gets supersized

Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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At CES in Las Vegas, NVIDIA have just announced the introduction of the big format gaming displays, AKA BFGDs.
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Organisational change management - what is it and why does it matter?

Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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digital transformation
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cognizant
Digital is not a new concept. What is new is the notion that digital goes beyond simply implementing technology within businesses.
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Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season

Tue, 19th Dec 2017
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wireless networks
Aussie shoppers face online scam risks amidst festive e-sales surge. Stay vigilant with top cybersecurity tips.
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Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies' latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.
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Top partners recognised at HPE awards

Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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Ingram Micro, Spark, and Datacom were standout winners at the HPE Partner Awards in Auckland, with notable individual honours and top partner titles.
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HPE clings on to top spot in server market from looming Dell EMC

Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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network infrastructure
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lenovo
​Bucking the decline of the first quarter, the global server market saw growth in the third quarter with some vendors doing better than others.
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Three beautiful rhythm games that will distract you from work

Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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digital entertainment
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apps
Escape the mundane with Cytus, Deemo, and Dynamix—three stunning rhythm games that promise to captivate and derail your workday productivity.
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Riding the data wave: How to choose the right technology for the right workload

Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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We're seeing data streams generated by smartphones, autonomous vehicles, and every other area of life pour into data centers.
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Editing VR footage is a breeze with new Adobe plug-in

Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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martech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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adobe
CyberLink has introduced the VR Stabilizer plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, offering easy, cost-effective tools to stabilise 360-degree videos.
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Gemalto integrates encryption solutions with Google Cloud

Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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Gemalto's SafeNet Data Encryption is now integrated with Google Cloud, giving users more control over data management and key security.
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IoT, cryptocurrency, Linux & WiFi hacks: WatchGuard's security predictions for 2018

Thu, 7th Dec 2017
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WatchGuard Technologies has whipped up some key IT security predictions ranging from IoT botnets to Linux attacks.