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Blackboard invests in learning analytics with latest acquisition
Mon, 13th Jul 2015
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Blackboard invests in learning analytics solutions, acquiring X-Ray Analytics to help instructors meet students' needs.
Freeview Plus lands
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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NZ pioneers again with Freeview Plus, fusing on-demand online content with broadcast TV for a seamless viewing revolution.
Hands-on review: Fody TEMPUS PRO Weather Station
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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fody
Fody have brought weather tracking to the masses, bringing capabilities to weather tracking that will excite amateur meteorologists.
Zomato's cashless payment service comes to NZ
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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Zomato’s cashless payment services will soon be available in New Zealand, enabling Kiwi restaurant goers to pay at restaurants through the Zomato app.
Film review: Magic Mike XXL
Fri, 10th Jul 2015
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Magic Mike XXL dazzles anew with Channing Tatum leading scantily-clad hunks in a sequel that promises more gyrating glory.
InternetNZ's new grants round open for applications
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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InternetNZ is offering community grants to fund projects that support better access and use of the internet in New Zealand.
Hackathon brings Kiwi kids into the world of IT
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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financial systems
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xero
Kiwi high schoolers dive into digital futures with NZ's first junior hackathon, mentored by top IT industry experts.
Microsoft takes US$7.6 billion hit on phone business, slashes jobs
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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Microsoft is slashing its workforce and has taken a US$8.3 billion hit as the global giant pulls back from its phone business.
Bystander effect in cyberbullying
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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A new study reveals the conditions that draw people to intervene in cyberbullying, with anonymity reducing the likelihood of intervention.
Moodle launches cloud-hosting offering
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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Moodle unveils MoodleCloud, a cost-free, cloud-based service crafted to aid educators in effortlessly setting up online learning spaces.
Why digital technologies are used for learning
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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byod
Digital technologies offer new opportunities for teachers and education leaders, and new ways for parents and communities to contribute to learning.
Rugby League Live 3 teaser trailer released
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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First glimpse at Rugby League Live 3 shows stunning in-game action from the iconic State of Origin, but fans await release date.
Southern Institute of Technology upgrades with Allied Telesis
Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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Southern Institute of Technology (SIT) partners with Allied Telesis to upgrade network infrastructure. AMF technology delivers significant network gains.
Meet the Kiwi startup moving from strength to strength
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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The past six months have been non-stop for Weirdly, and this Auckland-based start up shows no signs of slowing down.
Wi-Fi in schools: how safe is it?
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Govt assures Wi-Fi in NZ schools is safe with exposure levels far below health risk limits, amidst global health debates.
Symantec: Leaked Flash zero-day likely to be exploited by attackers
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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symantec
New zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Flash could allow attackers to remotely execute code on targeted computer, says Symantec.
The truth about working from home
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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hybrid & remote work
Home office perks: Flexibility and productivity soar, but stigma and management hurdles loom for remote workers.
Google NZ's $371,799 tax on $14.9 million revenue
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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tax
Google faced a higher tax bill last year, but the $371,799 bill is unlikely to faze the company, which made $14.9 million in recorded revenue.
Street Fighter 5 has a new stage set in New Zealand
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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Capcom reveals a stunning new Forgotten Waterfall stage in Street Fighter 5 set in New Zealand, featuring local wildlife like sheep, Tuatara, and Pukeko.
Forum on social media marketing offered in Upper Hutt
Wed, 8th Jul 2015
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facebook
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social media
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upper hutt central library
The sessions aim to help local community groups learn about free marketing tools that are available, such as Facebook.