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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.