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In real life: Rise of the machines
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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Sometimes real life has a habit of mimicking Hollywood. Recent events however, could signal the chilling beginning of a robopocalypse.
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Local Government NZ welcomes UFB tender
Wed, 2nd Sep 2015
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Local Government NZ welcomes release of tender for second stage of UFB programme, calls for coverage across as many communities as possible.
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Kiwi food delivery platform launches PledgeMe campaign
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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New Zealand food delivery platform Ooooby is seeking investment to expand its team and infrastructure and open new hubs.
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Should we scrap passwords altogether?
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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Password-based authentication is no longer capable of keeping up with the demands of modern information security.
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Android Wear app for IOS to launch soon
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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After waiting for what seemed like an eternity, it’s finally happened - Android Wear smart watches can finally play nice on iPhones.
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Bids open for Government's UFB expansion
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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The New Zealand government has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) to extend broadband coverage to at least 80% of the population.
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Xbox One Elite console bundle announced by Microsoft
Tue, 1st Sep 2015
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Microsoft unveils Xbox One Elite bundle; includes 1TB SSHD and customisable controller, launching November 6 for hardcore gamers.
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Police warning Kiwis about extortion on sex websites
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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Waikato Police warn users of adult internet sites of potential extortion as fraudsters prey on New Zealanders, demanding cash for explicit footage.
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Council develops new animal control app
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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Wairoa District Council has launched a new smartphone app aimed to help people report animal control issues directly to the council.
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NZ Post launches courier app aimed at SMBs
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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At Pace is specifically targeted at tradespeople who often need supplies delivered at short notice, NZ Post says.
Manufacturing
Lower Hutt home to NZ's first ever manufacturing startup hub
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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Lightning Lab Manufacturing is the fifth Lightning Lab to run since its inception in 2013, and the first in New Zealand to centre around hardware.
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payWave finally comes to the supermarket
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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Supermarket chain Countdown will now offer Visa payWave on Debit as an option for its customers, it was announced today.
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Technology training company comes to Sydney
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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Pluralsight opens new headquarters in Sydney to support aggressive global expansion as demand for technology professionals grows.
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Students and teachers offered free coding workshop
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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Lower Hutt students and teachers are being invited to attend a free workshop to learn about coding and computer programming this school holidays.
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Why you should choose Educators over Interface
Sun, 30th Aug 2015
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Educators is a dedicated news website that brings the most up-to-date technology-focused news to ICT teachers, deputy principals & principals in NZ.
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It’s Madden season!
Sat, 29th Aug 2015
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With the absence of a decent rugby game so far this year, Netguide's Darren Price takes a look at the next best thing, Madden NFL 16.
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EB Expo 2015 announces more playable games
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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Sydney's EB Expo amps up its game roster, adding Dark Souls 3 and Need for Speed to its playable lineup for the first time in Australia.
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How should content be regulated in NZ?
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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The NZ Govt is sparking discussions around whether policy and regulatory frameworks are fit-for-purpose in the current media landscape.
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Watch out Fitbit: Apple is closing in
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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Leading wearable brand Fitbit may have a fight on its hands as Apple finds itself within striking distance in its first year in the wearable market.
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Forza Motorsport 6 goes gold with demo coming out September 1st
Fri, 28th Aug 2015
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Forza Motorsport 6 is ready to race onto Xbox One, with an early taste in the demo on September 1, featuring the new Ford GT.