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Ingram Micro Showcase 2014: iOS in Business…

Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Long gone are the days when a CEO enters the boardroom, with an iPad in hand and the IT department subsequently has to make the device 'work'.
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IBM on board as Westpac bids to become NZ's leading digital bank

Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Westpac New Zealand has chosen IBM's private cloud technology in a 5-year agreement to become the country's leading digital bank.
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Paymark takes EFTPOS payment online

Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Paymark to launch EFTPOS online in NZ next year; customers will be able to purchase online without a credit card.
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MYOB expands ANZ offering with payroll acquisition...

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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MYOB to acquire PayGlobal to strengthen HR and payroll solutions for larger businesses in Australia and New Zealand.
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Has Trade Me founder invested in the next Xero...?

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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Sam Morgan, who made his fortune when Trade Me was sold to Fairfax Media, has built a substantial shareholding in security software developer Wynyard.
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Are Kiwi workers turning their backs on IT and telco companies?

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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New Zealand's IT and telecom sector needs to refocus its recruitment strategy to attract top talent, as attractiveness of industry decreases.
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New Facebook scam… 'Girl Killed by Husband for Kissing another Man'

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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A Facebook scam claiming a man killed his wife for infidelity spreads malware, hooking thousands with a counterfeit, viral video.
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Finzsoft acquires Sush Mobile to strengthen next generation solutions

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Finzsoft acquires mobile innovation firm Sush Mobile, gearing up to lead next-gen fintech solutions with enhanced capabilities and reach.
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He asked: 'What's your favourite position?'... I said: 'CEO'

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Female entrepreneur speaks out about sexism in the tech industry, sharing her personal experiences and the importance of gender equality.
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Businesses beware as malicious URLs in NZ pass 60,000 mark…

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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NZ faces a surge in cybercrime as malicious URL clicks exceed 60,000 in Q2, underlining urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity awareness.
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Long-time Kiwi partner claims annual MYOB award

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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MYOB has recognized the achievements of its partners, honoring business advisors who have supported New Zealand's SME sector.
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NetSuite on the hunt for new channel partners in NZ

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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NetSuite targets NZ's booming cloud market, seeking new partners to deliver cutting-edge cloud solutions. #NetSuite #CloudComputing #NewZealand.
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Xero heads the tech queue as Govt puts $41m up for grabs

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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23 high tech companies in New Zealand have been approved for R&D Growth Grants worth over $41m for the next three years.
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Chromebook sales set to triple as vendor interest intensifies…

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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Chromebook sales forecast to nearly triple by 2017, as vendors dive into the thriving market aiming to rejuvenate sub-$300 PC interest.
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Pricing: How will a new international cable benefit NZ?

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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DTS CEO Brendan Ritchie writes the second of his three part series of posts on the subject of the additional undersea cables planned for New Zealand i.
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How will a new international cable benefit NZ?

Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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DTS CEO Brendan Ritchie writes the first of his three part series of posts on the subject of the additional undersea cables planned for New Zealand in.
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NZTech praises Govt agency data access progress...

Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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The NZ Technology Industry Association welcomes progress on a business transformation project to simplify business-government interaction.
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Burn baby burn… 'No surprises' as Xero growth continues

Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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Xero burned through $17.3 million during the last quarter, yet remains on-track with the company's ambitious growth plans.
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Xero praises power of Big Data as doors open for business...

Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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Xero champions Big Data's potential, highlighting collaborative efforts between sectors in NZ to unlock economic and social benefits.
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NewLease replaces the late Doug Tutus.. names new CEO

Thu, 31st Jul 2014
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Dominic O'Hanlon becomes CEO of cloud provider NewLease, following the death of co-founder Doug Tutus in February.