About Jacques-Pierre (JP)
Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
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With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.
Stories by Jacques-Pierre (JP) - Page 19
Payment Express and Oxipay join forces with a trans-Tasman partnership
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Oxipay's strategic trans-Tasman partnership with Payment Express aims to enhance digital wallet options for retailers across Australia and New Zealand.
Why wearable device shipments slowed in Q1 2018
Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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report
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analyst report
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research director
Wearable device shipments grew by only 1.2% in Q1 2018 as declines in basic wearables offset gains in smart wearables from brands like Apple and Fitbit.
How the cloud is leaving two thirds of organisations vulnerable in ANZ
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cloud security
The report found that the adoption of cloud security technologies lagged behind cloud adoption, leaving many businesses at risk of a data breach.
Stuff Fibre promises to double internet speed for its users
Fri, 1st Jun 2018
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uc
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fibre
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broadband
In a game-changing move, Stuff Fibre promises Christchurch residents double internet speeds to 200 Mbps at no extra cost, thanks to Enable's network upgrade.
Dynatrace announces a plan to tackle multi-cloud software challenges
Thu, 31st May 2018
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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multi-cloud
Management Zones automatically discovers environment information and delivers built-in, dynamic permission-based data access.
NZ based Connexionz is on the lookout for a new CEO
Thu, 31st May 2018
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fleet management
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solar power
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connexionz
Connexionz CEO, Rhod Pickavance, steps down after 8 years with the company, while Richard Riley takes on interim role.
Exclusive interview: Interactive's Clint Seagrave on Polaris DC partnership
Thu, 31st May 2018
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iaas
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multi-cloud
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interactive
Recently I had the opportunity to sit down with Clint Seagrave director of data centre and business continuity for Interactive.
NVIDIA introduces HGX-2, fusing HPC and AI computing
Thu, 31st May 2018
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ai
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hp
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nvidia
The HGX-2 cloud server platform, with multi-precision computing capabilities, supposedly provides unique flexibility.
Fujitsu develops network control technology to minimize impact of cyber attacks
Wed, 30th May 2018
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iot
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cybersecurity
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fujitsu
Fujitsu Laboratories announced the development of network control technology that can securely operate IoT devices installed on-site.
Deloitte signed as the first Australian implementation partner for SAP Concur
Wed, 30th May 2018
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deloitte
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sap
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sap concur
Deloitte has become the first Certified Implementation Partner for SAP Concur in Australia and New Zealand, enhancing its ability to deliver end-to-end service.
Fujitsu releases three new D Series enterprise PC models
Wed, 30th May 2018
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healthtech
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pc hardware
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fujitsu
Fujitsu launches three new D Series enterprise PCs featuring Intel's latest processors and enhanced security, plus a 34.1-inch ultra-wide curved monitor.
UC management oversights costing millions
Wed, 30th May 2018
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uc
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virsae
The oversights uncovered by Virsae's analysis are behind the company's launch of a new service that automates UC systems.
Spark and Revera join GovTech solutions initiative
Tue, 29th May 2018
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spark
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govtech
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partners
Spark and Revera back Creative HQ's Lightning Lab GovTech, boosting Wellington's bid as a global government tech hub in a USD $450 billion sector.
Cisco and Spark collaborate to develop a 5G innovation hub
Tue, 29th May 2018
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Spark announced that Cisco is the first of several collaborators it will be working with to prepare and test the parameters for a 5G network.
Ākina foundation launches new social enterprise development programme
Tue, 29th May 2018
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social enterprise
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akina
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partners
The Ākina Foundation partners with the Department of Internal Affairs to launch a three-year programme aimed at boosting New Zealand's social enterprise sector.
BMW launches wireless EV charger
Tue, 29th May 2018
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cartech
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bmw
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evs
BMW has launched a factory-fitted, fully integrated inductive charging facility for the high-voltage battery in a plug-in hybrid vehicle.
Architecture goes virtual with iStaging
Mon, 28th May 2018
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ar, vr & metaverse
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cloud services
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digital technology
iStaging announced the release of a brand-new feature that allows users to create floor plans on their VR Maker app.
Why businesses are adopting electronic currency
Mon, 28th May 2018
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bartercard
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trade
Using electronic currency instead of cash means that users can continue to make purchases even when cash flow has slowed.
Seagate and HTC VIVE announce VR Power Drive
Mon, 28th May 2018
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healthtech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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seagate
Seagate and HTC VIVE unveil the Seagate VR Power Drive in Shenzhen, offering VR users enhanced storage and battery life for an uninterrupted experience.
Adobe receives patent for Data Export Controls in Audience Manager
Mon, 28th May 2018
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martech
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data privacy
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software development
Adobe's Data Export Controls feature in Audience Manager aims to protect data privacy and prevent violations of agreements, according to the company.