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Kiwi Stories

Banking stories

Kiwis SMBs feel confident, but concerns over skilled staff remain
Small Business

Kiwis SMBs feel confident, but concerns over skilled staff remain

Kiwi small businesses experience highest confidence levels in two years, however, lack of skilled staff remains a concern.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Jan 2017
Kiwis love the internet but there's work to be done on our digital divide, says InternetNZ
Unified Communications

Kiwis love the internet but there's work to be done on our digital divide, says InternetNZ

New report shows internet usage in New Zealand is growing, but digital divide remains, says InternetNZ. #InternetTrendsNZ.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Dec 2016
Mike Smith returns to IBM following 17 years in the ICT industry
EduTech

Mike Smith returns to IBM following 17 years in the ICT industry

Mike Smith returns to IBM as Managing Director for New Zealand, bringing extensive expertise in cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2016

Global Stories

Banking stories

Consumers ready to blame organisations for data breaches, report finds
Customer Relationship Management

Consumers ready to blame organisations for data breaches, report finds

Report: Consumers hold firms responsible for data safety, with most expecting breaches yet firms lag in strong security measures.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Jan 2017
AMEX phishing scam uses encryption to lull users into 'false sense of security'
Encryption

AMEX phishing scam uses encryption to lull users into 'false sense of security'

A new fake AMEX phishing attack uses tactics that lull users into a false sense of security: A mirrored website and SSL certificates, says MailGuard.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 27th Jan 2017
Stripe expands NZ preview, now available to all Kiwi businesses
Fintech

Stripe expands NZ preview, now available to all Kiwi businesses

Users based in New Zealand will also be able to take advantage of business services and platforms that work with Stripe, including Xero and Shopify.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2017
Australian businesses yet to harness business advantages of big data
Data Analytics

Australian businesses yet to harness business advantages of big data

Many Australian businesses are missing out on the benefits of big data, says IDC, with many still seeing it as a fad rather than a business advantage.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2017
From Microsoft to Xero to Trump, oh my
Fintech

From Microsoft to Xero to Trump, oh my

Xero chairman Chris Liddell is stepping down to take on a role with US president-elect Donald Trump, causing concern amongst Xero customers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jan 2017
Our lax attitude to passwords is 'leaving the front door open' to trouble
Cybersecurity

Our lax attitude to passwords is 'leaving the front door open' to trouble

The humble password is still creating headaches for internet users across the world – and many people are still making bad password decisions.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2017
Why becoming part of the 'Republic of Digital' will increase your profitability
Unified Communications

Why becoming part of the 'Republic of Digital' will increase your profitability

The global impact of digital transformation is estimated at $20 trillion, creating the 'Republic of Digital' valued at $6.6 trillion.

By Manish Bahl • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Jan 2017
Ingram Micro's new owners snap up ANZ Bank business
Supply Chain

Ingram Micro's new owners snap up ANZ Bank business

HNA Group has continued its acquisition trail, this time snapping up ANZ Bank's UDC Finance business for $660 million.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Jan 2017
Indirect damage: Why service providers should care about customer security
Malware

Indirect damage: Why service providers should care about customer security

Offering reliable security solutions from a respected security vendor can be the difference that helps MSPs and ISPs build their brand.

By Ondrej Kuboič • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Jan 2017
What to expect from cyber attacks in 2017
Malware

What to expect from cyber attacks in 2017

Attackers are increasingly utilising non-malware attacks in an effort to remain undetected on organisations' endpoints.

By Ben Jonhson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jan 2017
IT skills are in strong demand for 2017 in ANZ
DevOps

IT skills are in strong demand for 2017 in ANZ

Devops engineers, UX/UI designers and full stack developers are in demand in the IT sector, according to a recent Hays recruitment report.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Jan 2017
Why combining technology with standards could combat fraud
Malware

Why combining technology with standards could combat fraud

Fraud is still on the increase due to the use of new technologies, causing losses to both users and companies. What is being done to avoid this?.

By Miguel Ángel Mendoza • 4 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2016
Why service providers should care about customer security
Partner Programmes

Why service providers should care about customer security

Ransomware's rise demands vigilance from service providers, as the security of customer data is not just ethical, but now a critical business must.

By Ondrej Kubovic • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2016
Avaya boss talks rumours, buy-outs, bankruptcy and the future of Avaya
Unified Communications

Avaya boss talks rumours, buy-outs, bankruptcy and the future of Avaya

Avaya International boss Nidal Abou-Ltaif tells customers and partners the vendor is bullish and confident as it continues to forge a new path.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2016

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