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NSW government invests in local VR projects
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
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cloud services
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r&d
The aim of the initiative is to help artists and cultural practitioners develop their skills and extend their audiences.

The roadmap to 5G: Vodafone deploys live 400 gigabit optical system
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The system has been implemented in partnership with Vodafone’s optical partner Ciena, and test equipment specialist, EXFO.

The EV revolution is coming faster than Kiwis think
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
New Zealand is on the verge of an exciting period for electric vehicles, according to experts at the evworld NZ showcase.

Artificial Intelligence makes anti-malware solutions more effective
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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ai
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cybersecurity
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cyber attacks
CylancePROTECT achieves highest malware prevention efficacy in iT-CUBE Systems' endpoint security solutions test.

Never fear when Trend Micro is near: The new free app that protects consumers
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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apps
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trend micro
The new free app aims to help people become aware of how many connected devices they have at home and the potential risks that they have...

Spark launches rollover data & minutes for all customers
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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uc
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mobile data
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spark
Spark unveils new rollover plans, allowing customers to save up to 3.5GB data and 500 minutes for a full year but prompts a switch to new plans.

Ready, steady, brawl! Samurai riot is fighting fit for steam release
Tue, 12th Sep 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samurai riot
Players will have to make deep moral choices, demanding serious reflection, in order to resolve the unstable political situation...

Consumer, enterprise and public sector fuel Aussie PC spend
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
Australia’s traditional PC market has bucked the global trend to record growth in Q2, driven by strong consumer, enterprise and public sector spend.

Health insurer nib trials AI customer service agent Frankie
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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crm
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digital signage
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martech
Frankie will be able to provide instant responses to a variety of common enquiries to nib’s new product range including benefits available.

Japan conference to put connected car security in the spotlight
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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data protection
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cartech
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cybersecurity
Tokyo’s Kogakuin University is set to host the third annual meeting that puts intense focus on cybersecurity in connected cars this month.

Westpac introduces Waikato-Tainui language option to ATMs nationwide
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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westpac
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te reo māori
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atms
Westpac introduces te reo Waikato to its ATMs, making it the first bank to offer a language distinct to one iwi.

Android 'Toast' overlay vulnerability affects all versions prior to 8.0
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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security vulnerabilities
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cyber attacks
Android users are being urged to apply any security patches for their devices, after security researchers discovered a ‘high severity’ vulnerability.

Oppo signs PB Tech deal as it ramps up NZ presence
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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noel leeming
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jb hi-fi
PB Tech has inked a deal to provide Oppo phones in New Zealand as the Chinese smartphone vendor extends its local footprint.

MAPS.ME and OpenStreetMap team up to help disaster recovery and response
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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dr
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personal computing devices
Maps.ME and HOT partner to enable crowdsourcing of local data critical to humanitarian response. Precise location data can now be collected via the app.

Te Papa’s Hinatore (Learning Lab) gains Accenture as Innovation Partner
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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partner programmes
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3d printing
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te papa museum
Accenture has a special interest in supporting access to Hinatore’s learning programmes for students from low-decile schools.

Why IT security is a critical part of every learning environment
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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edutech
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Many educational institutions lack a plan to manage the security risks posed by the hundreds of devices connected to their networks, according to Wavelink.

Media Design School and ESL team up for a major tournament
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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media design school
ESL Australia partners with Media Design School to support the growing esports scene in Australia and New Zealand.

The AU$100 million program to encourage Australians to take up EVs
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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datacentre infrastructure
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cartech
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power / energy
The Turnbull Government is supporting a $100m asset finance program to encourage Australians to switch to electric vehicles.

I heard you like buttons? This mouse has all the buttons you need and more
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Corsair's gaming mouse offers a light feel, superior build quality, and responsive buttons, making it a hit with serious gamers and keyboard users.

TVs too mainstream for you? Try Epson's $4,000 short range projector
Mon, 11th Sep 2017
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digital entertainment
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displays & projectors
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personal computing devices
Epson's Home Cinema LS100 brings big-screen projection to living rooms with its ultra-short throw design and innovative laser technology.