Stories by Staff - Page 30

IBM has launched Watson Analytics, a natural language-based service that provides instant access to predictive and visual analytic tools for businesses.

Alibaba's quest for global expansion faces stiff competition in Europe and North America, marking it a 'long-term play' in the digital market.

Apple shatters records, selling over 10 million iPhone 6 models in just three days post-launch, according to CEO Tim Cook.

CIOs must work with business executives & the CFO to ensure that IT is incorporated early in strategic planning and budget processes - Gartner.

Apple's iPhone 6 launch dazzles with theatre, leaving competitors and fans awe-struck, yet questioning its overt control.

Polish man queues for 44 hours in Bristol to buy iPhone 6 in bid to salvage 20-year marriage after recent split.

Instructure's Canvas expands its footprint in Australia and New Zealand by opening its APAC HQ in Sydney to meet growing demand from educators.

Shuttlerock, the visual marketing software company, has raised $2.35m in Series A funding and opened an office in Los Angeles.

Internet MANA urges NZ's new gov to offer whistleblower Edward Snowden a safe haven, citing his sacrifices in exposing global surveillance.

In a bid to streamline post-Nokia buy, Microsoft lays off 2,100, with 747 in Washington, marking its largest jobs cull since 2009.

Disruption in the data center market is predicted by Gartner as four main factors take hold, potentially driving major changes in the industry.

N4L's Pond opens its digital doors to every NZ educator, introducing 'Make a Splash' for seamless school integration into its portal.

NZ hosts its first Bitcoin conference this Nov, aiming to catalyse adoption with top speakers. Queenstown to merge tech with adventure.

An app designed to help New Zealand GPs and optometrists confidently diagnose eye disorders has won a prestigious health award.

Yealink shakes up the VoIP industry, introducing affordable, high-quality solutions to New Zealand, ending the monopoly of big names.

Xero's head of North America, Peter Karpas, is stepping down. CFO, Ross Jenkins, will lead operations in the US until a replacement is found.

Serko Incharge customers can now access AirPlus transaction information, streamlining the expense reconciliation process.

Chorus submits to Commerce Commission, outlining the need for differentiated broadband services to meet growing demand.

In line with the rest of the segment, Cupertino has realised that wearables need to be fashion first and technology second.

PC monitor shipments decline worldwide in 2Q14, but strong growth seen in US and Asia/Pacific, according to IDC.