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Telcos in the hot seat after ComCom lays charges
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission charges CallPlus, Flip, and Orcon with 13 counts of false invoicing, claiming they billed customers past contract termination dates.
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Looking to land your dream job? Build your soft skills, says Hays
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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social media
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hays
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job seekers
According to Hays latest Salary Guide, soft skills could be the differentiator between a successful or failed job search.
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Hands-on review: Micron Ballistix Elite Gaming Memory DD4-3600
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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Micron's new Ballistix Elite DDR4-3600 memory delivers top-tier performance with sleek design, proving essential for gamers and power users alike. #TechReview.
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Kiwi EdTech software innovation goes international
Fri, 19th Jul 2019
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edutech
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personal computing devices
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university of otago
SimPHARM, a state of the art simulation tool developed at the University of Otago and now commercially licensed by a United States-based company.
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Check Point research discovers new variant of mobile malware
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
A new mobile malware variant, Agent Smith, has infected 25 million devices worldwide by exploiting Android vulnerabilities, with 15 million affected in India.
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Domino's introduces AI and machine learning to pizza
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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Domino's AI pizza checker improves quality by over 15%, providing customers with real-time images of their pizza.
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Govt gets serious about drone regulation in NZ
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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drones
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nz government
New Zealand could be leading the world in the development of drone technologies, but we need to work out how to make those technologies safe first.
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Twitter gets a makeover
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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facebook
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social media
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twitter
Twitter has begun to rollout a refreshed and updated version of its website, as it looks to give users a more personalised experience.
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AI changing the game for sports fans
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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digitalisation
New NTT research shows over half of people aged 18-34 believe AI creates better engagement, but only a quarter know how it’s applied in sports.
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Emojis in the workplace struggle to span generations
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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digital culture
New research reveals the generation gap when it comes to the use of emojis at work, with mixed perceptions about their appropriateness.
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NVIDIA releases newest RTX graphics cards
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
NVIDIA's new RTX 2060 SUPER and 2070 SUPER graphics cards launch with a 25% speed boost, custom partner models, and a game bundle promotion till August 18.
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Tinder unveils 'lite' version of its dating app
Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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smartphones
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online dating
Tinder launches Tinder Lite in South East Asia, enhancing app performance in emerging markets by reducing data use and boosting connectivity.
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Acer's $5k gaming monitor promises speed and brightness
Tue, 16th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Acer has given the world a sneak preview of its new Predator X35 gaming monitor, due to be released from August 1.
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Hands-on review: The OPPO Reno 10x Zoom - no fumbling around for the right lens
Tue, 16th Jul 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
OPPO's Reno Series dazzles with top-notch camera tech and user-friendly features, set to innovate NZ's mobile scene.
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Sydney & Melbourne amongst world's top places for women entrepreneurs
Tue, 16th Jul 2019
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network infrastructure
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entrepreneurship
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dell technologies
Sydney and Melbourne ranked amongst world's best cities for women entrepreneurs, according to Dell's 2019 Women Entrepreneur Cities Index.
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Google can now translate pics of Te Reo Māori
Tue, 16th Jul 2019
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māori
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google translate
The update is the latest Google initiative to help make te reo more accessible for learners and non-speakers alike.
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Game review: Super Mario Maker 2, The last 2D Mario game you need to buy
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Super Mario Maker 2 lands with intuitive course creation, cooperative building, and a rich Story Mode, making it the ultimate 2D Mario game to buy.
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Game review: Planet Coaster - Ghostbusters expansion (PC)
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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Planet Coaster’s latest expansion brings the Ghostbusters to the beloved theme park sim, adding new scenarios, rides, and themed props.
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Hands-on review: The Belkin DuraTek Plus charging cable will outlast your device
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Belkin's new DuraTek Plus charging cable boasts enhanced strength, a sleek design, and a five-year warranty, potentially outlasting your device.
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Startup launches AI-powered music curation service
Fri, 12th Jul 2019
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digital entertainment
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ai
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digital music
Revolutionary AI music curation service, Musiio, promises precise tagging and playlist generation at lightning speed.