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Letter from the editor: Changing of the guard and on to newer, more exciting things

Fri, 12th May 2017
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KP is the new editor for bizEDGE, and would like to share her thoughts on the direction she wants the site to head in.
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New APAC headquarters for Google in Singapore

Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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Google's new APAC HQ opens in Singapore, marking growth and aiming to boost regional tech careers and innovation.
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Entrepreneurs to make a 'tangible difference' with creative solutions

Wed, 26th Oct 2016
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Over 120 entrepreneurs unite in Auckland, championing novel businesses that promise societal benefits in a ground-breaking 54-hour event.
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Teacher quality 'single most important influence' on success, study finds

Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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Teachers are the most important factor in determining the education outcomes of New Zealand children, according to a new survey.
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Call goes out for help with STEM gaming platform for girls

Tue, 30th Aug 2016
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The call has gone out for Kiwis and Aussies to help with a community based gaming platform designed to encourage girls to pursue STEM-based careers.
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Kiwi startup takes out global award; recognised by Steve Wozniak

Mon, 22nd Aug 2016
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New Zealand's oDocs has been named the global Best Startup, Social Impact in the annual Talent Unleashed Awards for technological entrepreneurship.
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Free app transforms parent-teacher communication

Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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New Zealand schools are using a free app to connect with parents, providing school news, event updates and instant messaging push notifications.
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TEDx Auckland revamped for 2016

Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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Auckland's TEDx event will feature 30 speakers and a multi-day experience for the first time, exploring the theme 'flipside'.
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OS/2 to ride again

Mon, 9th Nov 2015
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Many techies of a certain age have fond memories of OS/2. Where Windows 3 was a crash prone disaster, OS/2 offered industrial strength stability.
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CompTIA: Channel collaboration needed for success

Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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CompTIA is calling on the local channel to collaborate and share insights and intelligence in order to drive the channel - and IT - forward.
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How Kiwi companies can become the new breed of 'exponential organisations'

Thu, 9th Jul 2015
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The business world has seen the birth of a new breed of company that could tilt the playing field in favour of cash-strapped Kiwi entrepreneurs.
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Neighbourly signs up ANZ, completes corporate sponsorship

Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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Alongside Spark, BP, The Warehouse, AMI and Contact, ANZ will contribute to the day-to-day running and ongoing development of the Neighbourly platform.
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Aussie Aussie Aussie: Microsoft to open flagship shop in Sydney

Tue, 21st Apr 2015
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Microsoft to open its flagship store in Sydney, challenging Apple with cutting-edge tech experience on Pitt Street Mall.
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NZ govt's social housing plans aim to alleviate poverty, PM Key says

Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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The government's plan to increase the private provision of state-housing is part of a wider goal to alleviate the country's most vulnerable by putt.
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Pond extends invites to educators...

Mon, 11th Aug 2014
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Educators who are members of Pond are now able to invite their colleagues and friends in the education sector to join.
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Changes at board level as Telecom director retires...

Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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Kevin Roberts has retired as non-executive director from the Board of Telecom after six years, with Ido Lefler stepping in.
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Youth turning to search engines for advice

Fri, 23rd May 2014
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Youth are more likely to seek advice from search engines than from family, friends and professionals, finds a Colmar Brunton survey commissioned by Youthline.
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More high tech studios for youth

Fri, 13th Sep 2013
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Govt allocates NZD $1.9 million for High Tech Youth Network to open new studios in Dunedin and Penrose, fostering digital skills in young Kiwis.
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Dropbox hits 100 million users

Wed, 14th Nov 2012
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Dropbox hits 100 million users after CEO's forgetful moment with a USB stick. Houston wants users to share their stories.
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Social Media: The next level

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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The Kardashians continue to define digital narcissism, while debates on ownership of Twitter followers and new value social networks emerge in 2022.