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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.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

Scareware

Scareware on the rise

Tue, 13th Oct 2009
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network security
Fortinet's September report found a spike in the number of scareware malware and several new computer vulnerabilities.
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BlackBerry, watch your back Smartphones for business users

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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BlackBerry faces stiff competition in NZ as industry leaders and business users explore alternatives like iPhone and Nokia for work.
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Blog: More infections = a lot more malware, say ESET security experts

Fri, 4th Sep 2009
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chillisoft
A malware infection does not equal one malicious file being installed on the system – many files may be affected.
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Discovering your roots

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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cloud services
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Explore the vast digital world to trace your ancestry and uncover your family's past with cutting-edge genealogical tools.
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Wii Sports Resort

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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gaming
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Like Wii Sports before it, Wii Sports Resort is an accessible party game that's likely to draw in all manner of players.
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SERVING THE FUTURE: selling server rooms to last the distance

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Tech Revolution in SMBs: Embracing server room upgrades for future-proofing businesses, with HP and Dell leading the charge.
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Kiwis take centre stage in NYC

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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banking
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best practice
Kiwi innovation shines at the Webby Awards, with Xero winning two prestigious awards in the banking and bill payment category.
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Diet or a change of lifestyle?

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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government
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productivity
The UK government must change its approach to cost reduction in the public sector to achieve sustainable outcomes.
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VIRTUA TENNIS 2009

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Virtua Tennis 2009 serves an ace with easy gameplay and new stars like Andy Murray, offering a more realistic yet accessible tennis simulation.
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Australasian Databases

Wed, 1st Jul 2009
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Family history research has gone digital. Australasian Databases (ANZGDB) now empowers genealogists with access to over 13 million global records.
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Balancing power

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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power / energy
Most CIOs are unaware of the energy efficiency of their data centers, according to recent studies. IBM has developed steps to help reduce consumption by 15-40%.
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GHOSTBUSTERS THE VIDEO GAME

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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Ghostbusters: The Video Game revives the iconic spook-hunting comedy for its 25th anniversary, promising nostalgia and new adventures.
Essential apps

Essential Apps

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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cloud services
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blackberry
From functional to fun: Chris Leggett delves into the diverse world of apps, showcasing how mobile applications transform everyday tasks.
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WANTED WEAPONS OF FATE

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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Warner Bros. turns a mediocre movie into a subpar game in Wanted: Weapons of Fate, failing to break the curse of bad film adaptations.
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Building a case for sustainable networking

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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supply chain
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acquisition
Industry leaders pivot to sustainable networking, addressing the environmental impact beyond servers and initiating green IT strategies.
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From blended threats to blended sales

Mon, 1st Jun 2009
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malware
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cybersecurity
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sales
Organisations face the challenge of defending against sophisticated security threats, creating an opportunity for resellers.
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Honesty is not The Best Policy for Password Resets

Tue, 5th May 2009
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malware
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cybersecurity
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chillisoft
In a world where personal info is public, being creatively dishonest might just save your online security, suggests ESET's latest advice.
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Mac Musings from ESET

Wed, 22nd Apr 2009
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apple
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chillisoft
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distributors
New revelations from ESET highlight how Macs are not immune to cyberattacks, challenging the myth of their invulnerability.
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Conflict of interest

Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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software
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communication
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agreement
Marks & Spencer entered into a dispute with one of its technology providers over a misunderstanding in their contract.
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Empire Total War

Wed, 1st Apr 2009
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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Empire: Total War is the fifth game in the Total War series, which began with Creative Assembly's original Shogun: Total War just over nine years ago.