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InterTech AU to run mentorship program for LGBTQI+ tech workers
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

InterTech AU to run mentorship program for LGBTQI+ tech workers

InterTech launches support program for LGBTQI+ employees in Australia's tech industry, encouraging mentorship.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
Game review: John Wick Hex on PS4
Gaming

Game review: John Wick Hex on PS4

John Wick Hex brings the movie hero to PS4 as a strategy game, a surprising yet exciting choice by Bithell Games. Worth the NZD $34.95 price tag.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
Healthcare IT is in dire need of investment, says NZ Health IT chief
Health Technologies

Healthcare IT is in dire need of investment, says NZ Health IT chief

New Zealand's digital health tech needs more investment to support healthcare during the pandemic, says NZ Health IT.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
YouTube Music becomes the future of Google's music streaming ambitions
Google

YouTube Music becomes the future of Google's music streaming ambitions

Google is merging its Google Play Music system into YouTube and has introduced a bunch of impressive new features.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
Trend Micro debuts dark-web scanning solution to combat identity theft
Cybersecurity

Trend Micro debuts dark-web scanning solution to combat identity theft

Trend Micro launches ID Security in New Zealand to scan the dark web for personal data, addressing the growing concern of identity theft among 78% of Kiwis.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Support for InternetNZ's digital inclusion plan gathers momentum
Hybrid & Remote Work

Support for InternetNZ's digital inclusion plan gathers momentum

Twenty organisations from across New Zealand have pledged their support for a digital inclusion plan. The plan was submitted to Government last week.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
NZ-made virtual vet nurse launches to help struggling vets
Unified Communications

NZ-made virtual vet nurse launches to help struggling vets

A New Zealand-made virtual vet nurse named Sophie, developed by tech firm Ambit, launches free of charge to support struggling vet clinics amidst COVID-19.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Thriving in lockdown: Video game market to hit US$160 billion this year
Gaming

Thriving in lockdown: Video game market to hit US$160 billion this year

The video gaming industry will see a yea-on-year growth in revenue of 9.3 overall - primarily due to lockdown restrictions keeping people isolated and bored.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Omnichannel retail outshines online-only during pandemic
Marketing Technologies

Omnichannel retail outshines online-only during pandemic

Although, the research shows that there is still plenty for all online retailers to work on to meet rising customer expectations.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Google to demand two-factor authentication across Nest accounts
Smart Home

Google to demand two-factor authentication across Nest accounts

Google is upping security on its popular Nest devices, enforcing two-factor authentication for all users, aiming to enhance account protection.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Track and trace app must be mandatory to all visitors into NZ
Location tracking

Track and trace app must be mandatory to all visitors into NZ

A mandatory track and trace app must be made available to all visitors into New Zealand, says Jupl co-founder Sir Ray Avery.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
Trend Micro: COVID-19 related malware and spam on the rise
Malware

Trend Micro: COVID-19 related malware and spam on the rise

Malware and spam related to COVID-19 are increasing globally, with the US identified as the top location, according to Trend Micro.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
Consumers putting convenience over security due to COVID-19 restrictions
Cybersecurity

Consumers putting convenience over security due to COVID-19 restrictions

COVID-19 restrictions have shifted consumer priorities, with many now favouring convenience over online security, reveals Callsign research.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
DJI releases state of the art commercial drone
Drones

DJI releases state of the art commercial drone

Drone specialist DJI launches the M300 RTK with the Zenmuse H20 Series camera, offering enhanced safety and efficiency for industrial UAV operations.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
VPN provider Hide My Ass promises no more user logging
Virtual Private Networks

VPN provider Hide My Ass promises no more user logging

HMA (Hide My Ass; the VPN provider owned by Avast, is launching a new 'no logging policy (NLP)' to enhance user privacy.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
HTC's Vive Sync VR meeting app enters open beta
AR, VR & Metaverse

HTC's Vive Sync VR meeting app enters open beta

HTC has launched the open beta of Vive Sync, its new VR meeting app, accessible now for Vive VR kit owners. Step into the future of virtual meetings, today.

By Darren Price • 9 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
Hands-on Review: The ROG STRIX Go 2.4 headset has it all
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The ROG STRIX Go 2.4 headset has it all

With the ROG STRIX Go 2.4, you virtually own two completely different headsets for the price of one, and switch simply by attaching the 3.5mm cable.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 11th May 2020
Skinny ups it game with new endless data plans
Skinny Mobile

Skinny ups it game with new endless data plans

Skinny has launched new Endless Data plans, offering endless data starting at NZD $36 per month, aiming to make running out of data a thing of the past.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sat, 9th May 2020
Charging infrastructure: The key for electric vehicle take-off
Cartech

Charging infrastructure: The key for electric vehicle take-off

Charging infrastructure, expected to grow at 24% CAGR and reach USD $40 billion by 2030, is crucial for the mass adoption of electric vehicles, says IDTechEx.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Sat, 9th May 2020