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NZ data centres hacked through self-regulation

Thu, 9th May 2013
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Failure by New Zealand Data Centres to submit to independent international cloud security auditing means Kiwis are more vulnerable than ever to cyber attacks.
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Adobe set on subscription-based 'cloud' offering

Wed, 8th May 2013
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Adobe pivots all R&D to its subscription-based Creative Cloud, leaving Creative Suite behind. Focus on digital shifts product innovation.
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Tomizone acquires Jimojo to expand Oz operations

Tue, 7th May 2013
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Tomizone set to become Australia's largest WiFi service provider in hospitality, acquiring Jimojo to boost its nationwide operations.
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Kiwi app passes 10 million downloads

Tue, 7th May 2013
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Wellington app developer celebrates as Into the Dead app reaches major milestones less than five months after release.
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DC appointed Quantum's exclusive NZ distributor

Tue, 7th May 2013
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Distribution Central now exclusively delivers Quantum's tech in NZ, intensifying data protection and big data solutions to the NZ market.
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DC and Avaya target UC mid-market

Thu, 2nd May 2013
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Distribution Central and Avaya team up to target SME Unified Communications market in Australia and New Zealand.
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Holy cow! EVA hits the edge of space

Tue, 30th Apr 2013
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EVA the toy cow mascot leaps to the edge of space, returning with awe-inspiring images after a daring journey from Nevada.
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Apple celebrates Decade of iTunes

Fri, 26th Apr 2013
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Apple marks iTunes' 10th anniversary with a 100-song compilation, celebrating a decade of digital music dominance and 25 billion songs sold.
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Prepare now for Windows XP end…

Wed, 24th Apr 2013
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Over 15% of midsize and large enterprises will still have Windows XP running on at least 10% of their PCs after Microsoft ends support.
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Sure thing ShoreTel appoints new marketing chief

Tue, 23rd Apr 2013
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ShoreTel ramps up APAC strategy with Emma McCormack as new marketing chief, aiming to enhance brand and support channel partners.
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DC to market Fujitsu server range across ANZ

Tue, 23rd Apr 2013
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Fujitsu teams up with Distribution Central to boost its PRIMERGY server range across Australia and New Zealand, aiming for mid to upper markets.
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Xero releases Workpapers software for accountants

Mon, 22nd Apr 2013
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Online accounting solutions provider releases Workpapers for ANZ markets - the culmination of the Spotlight Workpapers acquisition in July last year.
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From hero to Xero across the ditch

Mon, 22nd Apr 2013
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Xero partners with Deloitte to expand cloud accounting in Australia, signaling a leap in financial tech adoption and Xero's growing influence.
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Now playing: Twitter #music

Fri, 19th Apr 2013
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Twitter launches #music, a new service using tweet trends to find your next favourite track, transforming how we discover music online.
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Kiwi-made travel app hits #1

Thu, 18th Apr 2013
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Kiwi's Stay Today app, offering same-day hotel bookings, is now the top free travel app in NZ, promising the best prices and convenience.
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iTunes: 10 years on, still going strong

Thu, 18th Apr 2013
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Apple will celebrate the anniversary of its iTunes Store next week, as it continues to lead the market in digital music downloads.
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Sektor acquires rugged tablet distributor

Wed, 17th Apr 2013
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Sektor Distributors acquires J Mills Distribution, enhancing its mobility division with rugged tablet PCs for harsh environments.
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Does the Orcon sale smack of short-term thinking?

Wed, 17th Apr 2013
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The Labour Party criticises the New Zealand government over the mysterious sale of Orcon, questioning its strategic value and the USD $30-$35m price tag.
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Capital needs loom for on board Wynyard Group

Mon, 15th Apr 2013
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Fast-growing Wynyard Group eyes capital for expansion, with new chair Murray Horn silent on NZ stock exchange listing. Growth demands loom.
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Deezey does it for tailor made music site

Mon, 15th Apr 2013
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Deezer launches in NZ with localised music curation, aiming to transform music streaming with over 22 million tracks and unique editorial insight.