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Review: Save the DBZ timeline with Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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bandai namco
Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is the sequel to the popular Xenoverse. It expands on the original game adding tons of new characters and scenarios.

Hands-on review: Dino the Cognisaurus - this is the reptile you’re looking for
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ai
Dino the Cognisaurus utilises IBM Watson AI to create an interactive, engaging toy experience for kids, balancing fun and education for GBP £199.

Adobe Creative Cloud applications receive major updates
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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martech
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cloud services
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software
Adobe Creative Cloud rolls out major updates, enhancing collaboration and offering new features like a Photoshop universal search bar.

Internet of Things or Internet of Trouble?
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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malware
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ddos
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iot
The recent cyber-attack in the US has raised concerns about the potential threat to New Zealand from the Internet of Things.

InternetNZ praises Spark's one week fibre installation plans
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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ultrafast fibre
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internetnz
InternetNZ hails Spark and Ultrafast Fibre partnership to speed up ultrafast broadband installation in New Zealand homes.

Watch Dogs 2 Season Pass info announced by Ubisoft
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Ubisoft unveils Watch Dogs 2 Season Pass perks, with early PS4 access and new missions set to enhance the hacker universe.

New Zealand and Australia VS cyber security
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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cybersecurity
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government
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partners
New Zealand and Australia join forces to strengthen cyber security initiatives and tackle cyber threats in the region.

ComCom proposes continuation of number portability
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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smartphones
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commerce commission
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technology gifts
It enhances competition in the market as it removes a disincentive for consumers to leave their current provider if they see a better deal elsewhere.

Rumours fly as Huawei about to launch new flagship hardware
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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huawei
Huawei fans are in for a treat as rumours suggest the Mate 9 and Mate 9 Pro with advanced specs will be unveiled tonight in Munich amidst growing anticipation.

Kiwi born fitness app hits the big time overseas, but not at home
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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fitness
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technology gifts
Kiwi fitness app, My Virtual Mission, has gained 30k users in the UK and US, but has been slow to take off in its home market of New Zealand.

Instagram to roll out online shopping platform
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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instagram
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retail
On a platform known for its power of mobile discovery, we’re excited to announce an easier experience to shop the products you love on Instagram.

Privacy concerns spark contact address masking for .nz domain owners
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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data privacy
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whois
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domain name commission
New Zealand domain name owners can now use a free address masking option that can mask contract addresses and make them invisible from WHOIS.

Making Kiwi beaches safer - Surf Life Saving NZ & Emsisoft team up
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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emsisoft
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surf life saving new zealand
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partners
New Zealand's Surf Life Saving teams up with software company Emsisoft to map rip currents and improve search efforts.

10 gadgets every white hat hacker needs in their toolkit
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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cybersecurity
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hacking
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chip
In the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity, these 10 essential gadgets empower white hat hackers to uncover vulnerabilities and enhance defences.

Vic Uni spin-out gets $450k from big NZ innovation investor
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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martech
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physical security
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software development
EdPotential will deliver software-as-a-service products based on advanced algorithms and data analysis capability through cloud services.

Social media superstar: How one Kiwi teen has taken online entrepreneurship to soaring heights
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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social media
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entrepreneur
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online marketing
Age is no barrier for young entrepreneur Rachel Ji, who has used social media to launch her own successful business.

Facebook clamps down on bullying with updated Safety Centre
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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facebook
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cyberbullying
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online safety
Facebook launches updated Safety Centre to improve user experience on the platform and provide resources on privacy controls and bullying prevention.

Vector's new EV charging app wants to ease 'range anxiety' for Kiwi drivers
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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cartech
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apps
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vector
Vector is making efforts to put 'range anxiety' to rest for electric vehicle (EV) drivers across the country, with the launch of its EV charging app.

Airbnb enforces nondiscrimination commitment
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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airbnb
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bias
Airbnb is enforcing a new agreement to combat racism, with users not accepting the new standards no longer able to host or book on the site.

Commerce Commission 'not convinced' Sky-Vodafone merger is all it claims to be
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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commerce commission
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sky
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vodafone
The next blow for Vodafone and Sky's proposed merger has been built, with the Commerce Commission today announcing that it's not convinced the merger.