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Labour aims to 'protect citizens' with a digital bill of rights
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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banking
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Labour proposes digital bill of rights to protect New Zealanders from mass surveillance and guarantee internet access.
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Remedial work in store for Novopay
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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edutech
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hcm
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government
Minister Steven Joyce says changes to the Novopay Service Centre model will simplify the resolution of payroll and HR issues.
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Microsoft: Xbox One's 'sugar-coated'
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft's Phil Spencer has conceded that Microsoft's Xbox One messaging across the May 2013 reveal event and E3 2013 could have been handled better.
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Gartner: Four steps to drive social media behaviour...
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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martech
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facebook
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social media
Harnessing emotions, relevancy, trust, and clear benefits, Gartner outlines four essential steps to drive social media behaviour effectively.
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It's arrived, but does Titanfall deliver?
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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gaming
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titanfall
EA and Respawn's Titanfall finally lands on Xbox One, but its online-only model and mech-based gameplay divide opinions. Is it a hit or miss?.
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The Last of Us: Left Behind DLC was worth the wait
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony computer entertainment
The Last of Us: Left Behind DLC delivers a gripping extension, exploring Ellie's past and harrowing journey, proving worth its price tag.
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Titanfall servers switched on today for NZ gamers
Fri, 14th Mar 2014
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
EA, Respawn and Microsoft have announced that Australian servers will be coming online starting today to support Titanfall in Australia and New Zealand.
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Starbucks unveils pre-oder coffee app
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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smartphones
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google
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app store
Starbucks to launch app for pre-ordering your morning brew, allowing you to skip the queue and grab your drink on the go.
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Telecom set for Yahoo Xtra email security update...
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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uc
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Yahoo and Telecom are applying additional encryption settings to Yahoo Xtra email, affecting some users from March 17.
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South Park: The Stick of Truth is not a game for the kids!
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
South Park's game, The Stick of Truth, mirrors the TV's crude humour - not a pick for the kids! An RPG that oozes wit and vulgarity alike.
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Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare Is A Blast
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
PopCap reinvents mobile hit into a thrilling Xbox shooter in Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare, blending strategy with charm.
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20 strangers kiss… 16m YouTube hits
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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youtube
20 strangers share first kisses for a film project, captivating millions with tenderness and passion. Over 16m views in 2 days. #FirstKiss.
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Your Titan is now ready as Titanfall is released
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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titanfall
EA and Respawn entertainment have announced that Titanfall is now available at retail stores across New Zealand.
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Original Stronhold developers to release Stronghold Crusader 2
Thu, 13th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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firefly studios
Stronghold Crusader 2 is the long awaited sequel to Stronghold Crusader, a game many consider to be the definitive castle sim.
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Be the head of PlayStation NZ for a day...
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony New Zealand is searching for a gamer with exceptional leadership skills to be CEO of PlayStation NZ for a day. Apply now!.
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Wellington-based crowdfunding campaign raises over $10,000 in first 12 hours
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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open source
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collaboration
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crowdfunding
Wellington-based social tech company Loomio has kicked off their global crowdfunding campaign to a great start, raising over $10,000 in the first 12 hours.
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Kiwis head online to sip their fancy wine...
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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uc
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social media
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nz retailers association
Online wine retailer Rewined predicts that the New Zealand online wine market will account for 15% of total retail sales completed online by 2018.
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Adams slams Labour's UFB trickery
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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uc
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government
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chorus
Labour's Clare Curran accused of making incorrect claims about the UFB contract between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, says Communications Minister.
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Fortune 500 company delivers opportunities to Unitec
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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edutech
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uc
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ibm
Concentrix partners with Auckland's Unitec, offering real-world experience to students and boosting local business innovation.
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Apple appoints new CFO as seasoned pro retires...
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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cfo
Apple's senior VP and CFO, Peter Oppenheimer, will retire in September and Luca Maestri will take over the role.