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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

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NZ shares gain as F&P Healthcare at record on weak kiwi, Air NZ fuel costs drop

Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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New Zealand shares rose as the declining kiwi dollar boosted companies that get their revenue in US dollars, such as Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, an.
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Linus Torvalds to lead LCA 2015 keynote session

Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Linus Torvalds set to headline LCA 2015 in Auckland, engaging in a Q&A session on open source advancements and Linux kernel insights.
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Epson's Moverio BT-200 smart glasses for more than entertainment

Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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The Moverio BT-200 from Epson are binocular, transparent smart glasses that can be used for entertainment, manufacturing, medical science and more.
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Data centre leasing – Beyond the CapEx versus OpEx discussion

Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Data centre spending surges as businesses choose between buying or leasing in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, Gartner reports.
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Mobile Mentor and iProximity bring beacon technology to retailers and enterprises

Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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iProximity will enable Mobile Mentor to integrate new products and services to its enterprise mobility solutions throughout New Zealand.
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Fitbit takes fitness wearables to the next level with new products

Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Fitbit announces release of three new products for different fitness levels and goals. Prices start at $179.95.
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Social media giving a voice to those without a voice

Fri, 21st Nov 2014
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The ability to help animals has become far more accessible with the use of technology. Apps, websites and social media help people who want to get involved.
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Gartner says 4.9 billion connected 'things' will be in use in 2015

Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Gartner predicts a surge in IoT, with 4.9 billion connected devices in 2015, rising to 25 billion by 2020, revolutionising industries and services.
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Sony releases the world's slimmest and lightest waterproof compact tablet

Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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Sony's latest marvel, the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact, launches in NZ: the thinnest, lightest, waterproof tablet ever.
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Android App Review: Jungle Monkey Saga

Mon, 10th Nov 2014
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'Jungle Monkey Saga' disappoints with its shallow gameplay, failing to live up to its 'saga' title despite engaging jumping mechanics.
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Enjoy your Days of Summer with Ingram Micro's HP campaign

Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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Get ready for summer with Ingram Micro's HP 'Days of Summer' campaign, offering big wins and vouchers on HP products.
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Just Dance 2015 is fun, even for dancing novices

Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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Just Dance 2015 is the newest iteration of Ubisoft's very addictive dancing simulator. If you love dancing, no doubt you will like the dance routines.
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Foreigners denied Facebook and Twitter as North Korea orders blanket ban

Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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The blanket ban ends access to services previously available to diplomatic missions and international humanitarian organisations.
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Spark opens digital future with huge investment in cloud services

Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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Spark Digital opens $60 million Takanini Data Centre as the company continues its investment programme in cloud services.
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Micosoft Azure now available in Australia for Kiwis

Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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Microsoft Azure expands to Australia with two new data centers, promising lower latency and cloud computing benefits for New Zealand organisations.
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FaceMe: Video Conferencing that Just Works

Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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Westcon Imagine 2014 - While communication technology has revolutionised business, it takes the human voice to infuse a deeper meaning.
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How one boy fell in love with Siri

Fri, 24th Oct 2014
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To many people Apple's Siri is simply a helpful tool or momentary distraction, but for a select few it's much more than that.
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What is Lync's role in corporate telephony?

Tue, 21st Oct 2014
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Maria Martinez-Torres of Microsoft NZ champions Lync as the future of corporate telephony, highlighting its comprehensive communication solutions.
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Xbox One's Ryse arrives on PC

Tue, 21st Oct 2014
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Following hot on the heels of Dead Rising 3, yet another day-one Xbox One release, Ryse: Son of Rome, makes the transition to the PC.
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Microsoft CEO in hot water over gender-gap karma comments

Tue, 14th Oct 2014
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Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's advice to women on seeking pay rises triggers backlash, sparking a global debate on gender equality in tech.