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Your 2017 resolution? Put messaging privacy on the list, says InternetNZ
Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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InternetNZ urges Kiwis to safeguard messaging privacy amid widespread snooping concerns, marking it a critical 2017 resolution.
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An app for ads on your phone? Kiwi company spreads its wings
Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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​Who would have thought that people would be willing to download an app that displays ads on their phones? Postr has secured $3m investment into APAC.
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On track and on time: Hawaiki undersea cable route survey completed
Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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The route survey for the long-awaited Hawaiki cable has now been completed, and details have been revealed about how far production has progressed.
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Pure SEO helping businesses climb the ladder of search results
Tue, 17th Jan 2017
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Search engines. A crucial feature of the modern era – fail to master their ins and outs and you essentially fail to do business. Here's a solution.
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Beware! New WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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cybersecurity
WhatsApp keeps on increasing, with deceptive campaigns coming up with with novel ways of luring in victims. Today we will show you a new example.
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Skinny ups its broadband play
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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Skinny has made its move into the unlimited broadband world, as the company looks to cash in on Kiwi’ love for uncapped data.
Seeking opportunities
Got a good start-up or idea? The UK is looking for you
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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The UK’s Department for International Trade is looking for Australian and New Zealand companies to participate in the Startup Games.
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​Fitbit unveils redesigned personal training app
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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Fitbit launches redesign of its personal training app, Fitstar, offering tailored workouts and guidance to help users achieve their fitness goals.
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PB Tech lands Samsung SSDs and Memory deal
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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PB Technologies becomes Samsung's first official partner for Solid State Drives and Memory products in New Zealand.
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Kiwi IT specialist makes a difference in Africa – opportunities available
Mon, 16th Jan 2017
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Read the incredible story of a young Kiwi IT specialist helping to heal Africa's poor - and further opportunities that are available.
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Nintendo Switch price and release date confirmed for Australia and NZ
Sat, 14th Jan 2017
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Some release date and local pricing details have been revealed for the Nintendo Switch for gamers living in Australia and New Zealand.
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Kiwi-made email app in the Bosch spotlight
Fri, 13th Jan 2017
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email
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Bosch has partnered with Kiwi-made Speaking Email, an app that reads emails aloud enabling drivers to check their emails while driving.
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New WhatsApp scam offering free internet without Wi-Fi
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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cybersecurity
Beware the latest WhatsApp scam: promises of free internet sans Wi-Fi entice users, but the magic on offer is just cyber trickery.
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NZ First hits out at billion-dollar sport spend with no free TV
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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tv
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sky
NZ First says its unfair taxpayers pay nearly a billion dollars annually for sport they don't get to see, because they don't subscribe to Sky.
Rocket startup
Kiwi company launches to help others do the same
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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cloud services
This company has the goal to make it affordable for entrepreneurs to set up their own business and to give existing small businesses a boost.
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Review: Gravity Rush 2 is a glorious looking game on PS4
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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Sony's Gravity Rush 2 brings exhilarating flight mechanics and vibrant visuals to the PS4, despite occasional camera issues. An 8.5/10 experience.
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TomTom unveils new sports app to Kiwis
Thu, 12th Jan 2017
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TomTom launches new Sports app co-created with athletes, aiming to turn data into insights and provide motivation for users.
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How the modern librarian is guiding research in the online era
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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Librarians today are pivotal in combating misinformation, coaching critical online research skills for all ages.
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NZ expert selected to Canadian Cybersecurity Board
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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cybersecurity
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partners
NZ's top cyber brain, Prof. Sarrafzadeh, adds his expertise to Canada's elite cybersecurity board, boosting transnational digital defence ties.
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Virtual field trip: Victoria University goes to Antarctica
Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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Victoria University is offering a free online course allowing students to explore Antarctica, with support from Antarctica New Zealand.