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How removable disk technology can replace low-end tape to protect SMBs

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Although the global economy still hangs in the balance, the remorseless expansion in data volumes continues exponentially.
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Standing tall as a tech leader in insurance...

Tue, 13th May 2014
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For an industry grounded by its foundations of risk management, it should come as no surprise to see insurance lagging behind when it comes to innovation.
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Auckland-based ISP HD acquires Cloud Scale

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Auckland-based Internet Service Provider and datacentre operator HD has has completed its acquisition of Cloud Scale, a New Zealand software IAAS provider.
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Wellington entrepreneurs join forces to build NZ's first personal cloud

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Figures show only one in four people currently back up their information regularly, a fact that alarms Data247 co-founder and chief executive Brett Hawthorne.
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New $21m growth grants to boost R&D in NZ

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Callaghan Innovation approves $21m in R&D grants for 15 high-tech firms to boost innovation and growth in New Zealand.
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Dr Dre celebrates as Apple nears US$3.2 billion Beats acquisition

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Apple set to acquire Beats Electronics in a $3.2bn deal, their largest ever acquisition, according to reports.
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Has Apple missed a Beat with mega-bucks acquisition?

Tue, 13th May 2014
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Apple set to acquire Beats in $3.2bn deal, says Martin Scott, Head of Analysys Mason's Consumer Services Research.
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Where should I buy that next gadget?

Mon, 12th May 2014
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So you're in the market for that brand new fang-dangled gadget, but you're not quite sure what to buy or where?.
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FREE Invite from Zeald: Discover why your website is your most valuable business asset

Mon, 12th May 2014
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Join Zeald's FREE seminar across New Zealand and uncover why your website is your most valuable business asset. Gain practical insights and proven techniques.
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Wearable tech: $50 billion investment frenzy

Mon, 12th May 2014
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Tech giants dive into a $50 billion race for wearable tech supremacy, banking on devices to be the next big market breakthrough.
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Trend Micro: Security in the cloud

Mon, 12th May 2014
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Peter Benson of Trend Micro advises not letting security fears inhibit cloud adoption, offering strategies for safe, efficient cloud integration.
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Aspiring NZ entrepreneurs continue to raise the bar

Mon, 12th May 2014
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There is no shortage of aspiring entrepreneurs in New Zealand, as proved by the 21st Startup weekend held in Auckland over the weekend.
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Telecom gives Kiwi developers a leg up in M2M

Sat, 10th May 2014
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Telecom offers free 'Developer's Pack' to help Kiwi developers enter M2M market and create innovative applications. #telecoms #IoT.
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Whangarei becomes NZ's first fully-fibred city

Sat, 10th May 2014
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Whangarei leads as NZ's first city with complete fibre connectivity under the government's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, offering vast benefits.
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Pilot trial moves online examinations a step closer

Fri, 9th May 2014
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NZQA partners with Education Perfect for an e-MCAT pilot, bringing NCEA Level 1 maths exams online for select schools.
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Telecom offers Kiwis chance to shape the future of home gaming

Fri, 9th May 2014
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Telecom invites New Zealand gamers to shape Aircade, a new on-demand gaming service. Public trials open; get involved to pioneer the future of home gaming.
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Struggling Renaissance set to appoint liquidator

Fri, 9th May 2014
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Renaissance inches towards liquidation, planning to unite with subsidiaries for a smoother process, as CFO reveals disengagement from potential backers.
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Are Govt's under pressure to cut IT program budgets?

Fri, 9th May 2014
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Government agencies around the world are facing pressure to cut IT budgets and services, according to a survey by Gartner.
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The Warehouse goes digital with free in-store Wi-Fi

Fri, 9th May 2014
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The Warehouse celebrates 32 years with rollout of free Wi-Fi in all stores to enhance the shopping experience for Kiwis.
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Microsoft reveals cloud adopters are “best performing” partners

Thu, 8th May 2014
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Early adopters of cloud computing are among the “best performing” partners, according to a Microsoft commissioned study.