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Canva unveils major expansion of enterprise offerings

Mon, 27th May 2024
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Canva unveils its biggest platform upgrade in a decade at LA's Canva Create event, expanding enterprise services with new tools for productivity and creativity.
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Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools

Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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Jamf showcased an array of new offerings to assist enterprises in maximising their tech investments, including a compliance dashboard and Compliance Editor tool. The tools aim to enforce compliance regulations on Apple devices and enhance overall security efficiency.
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New tech on display at Dynamic Supplies Auckland showroom

Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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Dynamic Supplies NZ unveils innovative tech solutions at its expanded Auckland showroom, diversifying from traditional printing into unified communications and outdoor tech.
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IWD 2024: AI as your child's new study buddy and guide

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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AI's enhanced role in education offers a personalised learning experience, easing teachers' workload, while providing tailored study schedules and multi-language support for students.
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IWD 2024: Women leading the way: Educating girls in technology

Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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New Zealand organisation, Digital Future Aotearoa, pioneers initiatives for digital technology education amongst girls, aimed at enhancing female representation in tech sector workforce.
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Auckland AI start-up takes on underage vaping in schools

Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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Auckland AI start-up, MACSO, has developed pioneering technology to tackle the rising problem of vaping in schools and public spaces, supported by US investors.
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Crayon partners with Kahoot! to boost global educational engagement

Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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IT services innovator, Crayon, joins forces with learning and engagement platform, Kahoot!, in a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing global educational experiences through technology.
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Unison Networks launches digital electricity safety programme for kids

Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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New Zealand's Unison Networks launches a free, interactive online safety course aimed at teaching school children about the precautions needed when dealing with electricity.
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Cyber Sentience exposes hackers selling school IT System access

Wed, 31st May 2023
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A cyber security firm says hackers are selling access to IT systems at hundreds of New Zealand schools and tertiary institutes.
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Jamf introduces new content filtering solution for education providers

Wed, 6th Jul 2022
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Jamf launches Jamf Safe Internet, an Apple-first, education-focused cybersecurity solution, offering comprehensive content filtering for students.
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Cyclone selected as NZ MOE software licensing partner

Thu, 23rd Jun 2022
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Cyclone Computer Co. Ltd has been selected as the Ministry of Education's software licensing partner, providing Microsoft and non-Microsoft software.
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Schooling security: How safe are Kiwi kids in the age of hybrid learning?

Fri, 25th Feb 2022
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The risks of online schooling in New Zealand are significantly higher than pre-pandemic, with cyber safety a major concern.
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New predictions by Brainly say AI and interactive learning still vital in classrooms of 2022

Fri, 14th Jan 2022
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AI. will continue to play a vital role in classrooms around the world this year, according to predictions by EdTech provider Brainly.
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The biggest cyber-attacks of 2021 in New Zealand

Tue, 5th Oct 2021
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Cyber attacks have surged in New Zealand, hitting organisations of all sizes across various sectors, raising concerns about data security.
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The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response

Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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Cybercrime is rising in New Zealand, but victims often struggle to get justice. Anusha Bradley investigates how to better protect cybercrime victims.
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Hands-on Review: Osmo Genius Starter Kit

Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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Osmo Genius Kit turns iPads into educational tools for kids. We tested it out with our favourite child Avi. Find out our verdict!.
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School holidays sees increase in broadband activity, Chorus says

Fri, 31st Jan 2020
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During school holidays, Kiwi homes see a 30% surge in 10am broadband usage, Chorus reports, suggesting a shift in internet habits when children are at home.
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Ministry of Education says curriculum won't widen digital divide

Thu, 29th Aug 2019
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The Ministry of Education defends its digital curriculum, emphasising it won't widen the digital divide, with NZD $38 million allocated for support.
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GitHub Classroom will now work with Google Classroom & more

Mon, 19th Aug 2019
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GitHub's learning platform GitHub Classroom will now work with popular student platforms including Canvas, Google Classroom, and Moodle.
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Rocket Lab joins Skills Bright Sparks to inspire Kiwi kids

Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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Rocket Lab partners with the Skills Bright Sparks competition to encourage young Kiwis to pursue careers in space exploration and innovation.