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Robotics revolution set to shake up New Zealand's primary industries

Fri, 7th Apr 2017
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ministry of primary industries
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university of waikato
Robotics and smart machinery could help accelerate efficency, quality, safety - and it could save our primary industries money.
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China Mobile and Vodafone recognised as IoT leaders in APAC

Mon, 3rd Apr 2017
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vodafone
Operators that are looking build a strong IoT business are recommended to follow the example of the two telcos as best practice for building success.
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Transforming the financial management processes for better cash flow

Mon, 20th Mar 2017
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financing
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concur
Businesses can achieve stronger cash flow by gaining visibility into expenditure and automating spend management, says Concur.
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A vibrating hairbrush would be handy, right? Tech finds its way in beauty

Fri, 17th Mar 2017
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cloud services
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cosmetics
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digital technology
L'Oreal's new vibrating hairbrush with built-in microphone and app connectivity is just the beginning of beauty tech.
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Project Hero: Drones saving lives with the Red Cross

Wed, 8th Mar 2017
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land rover
Jaguar Land Rover SVO has created a personalised Land Rover Discovery for the Austrian Red Cross, complete with a roof-mounted drone.
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Will semi-autonomous vehicles prevent head-on collisions?

Mon, 6th Mar 2017
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New semi-autonomous vehicle tech being revealed at the Geneva Motor Show is touted as preventing head-on collisions.
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Ovum: What to expect at Mobile World Conference 2017

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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ovum
Tech futurism takes centre stage at MWC 2017 as Ovum predicts smart living and AI advancements transforming the industry in Barcelona.
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Tips for tech providers - benefits and value statements aren't the same thing

Mon, 20th Feb 2017
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opinion
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automotive
Competing in today's tech market means understanding the value your product delivers to customers, not just its features.
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Penetration testing: How you can manage it the easy way

Mon, 20th Feb 2017
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automotive
Why should I get a Penetration test? The simple answer is to provide assurance that your IT infrastructure isn't vulnerable.
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8.4 BILLION connected “things” to be in use in 2017

Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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​The Internet of Things (IoT) has stormed onto the scene in recent years like a bull in a china shop - Gartner says its showing no signs of slowing.
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Can virtual reality change how businesses see things?

Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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VR's forecasted £30bn boom could redefine industries beyond entertainment, from automotive design to healthcare.
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Exclusive: The four CES trends that have Noel Leeming excited

Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Four key trends stood out for Noel Leeming's team attending CES. Jason Bell tells us what they were - and what they mean for the local market.
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Volkswagen debuts all-electric minibus concept for the modern hippy

Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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volkswagen
Volkswagen unveils plans for its first electric microbus, the I.D. BUZZ, with a range of 600km and fully autonomous driving mode.
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New study to delve into the murky world of AI's effects on law, ethics and morality

Mon, 23rd Jan 2017
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new zealand law foundation
Artificial intelligence (AI) is slowly working its way into New Zealand but what that means for our laws and policies is still a great unknown.
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The Warehouse plans to install more EV charging stations across NZ

Fri, 20th Jan 2017
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the warehouse group
The Warehouse aims to install and manage EV charging stations outside 20 of its stores, all within in the next 18 months.
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IIoT industry making headway in Asia Pacific, says Frost & Sullivan

Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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data analytics
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iot
Currently Singapore and Australia lead IIoT adoption, while other countries are only starting to deploy machine-to-machine (M2M) technologies.
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Kiwi-made email app in the Bosch spotlight

Fri, 13th Jan 2017
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cloud services
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email
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bosch
Bosch has partnered with Kiwi-made Speaking Email, an app that reads emails aloud enabling drivers to check their emails while driving.
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Robotics spending set to double, market to enjoy 'tremendous' growth

Wed, 11th Jan 2017
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Global spending on robotics and related services is set to double by 2020, with the Asia/Pacific region leading the way.
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Skype while driving: Volvo to integrate Skype into semi-autonomous vehicles

Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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microsoft
Volvo to introduce Skype app in its 90 Series cars, allowing drivers to make calls and view upcoming meetings from their dashboard.
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'Sophisticated' 3D printing market to soar on a global scale

Tue, 10th Jan 2017
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3d printing
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analyst report
The global 3D printing market is predicted to reach $28.9bn in 2020, according to a report by analyst firm IDC.