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Businesses reminded to check security after COVID-19 changes work habits

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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Cyber hygiene is more important than ever thanks to COVID-19 changing the way people work, according to the New Zealand Internet Task Force.
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Enable urges Christchurch locals to switch to fibre broadband

Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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More than 120,000 customers in Christchurch are now using fibre broadband for their internet connections, according to provider Enable.
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Amazon surges ahead of eCommerce competitors in market capitalisation

Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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Amazon's market capitalisation soars to $1tn in H1 2020, with a 41.8% rise in Q2, leaving Alibaba in the dust.
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Bring Your Own PC security to transform businesses within five years - Gartner

Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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BYOPC security will transform businesses within five years, with mainstream adoption expected within two to five years, according to a new report from Gartner.
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A look at Genetec Security Center 5.9.3

Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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Genetec Security Center 5.9.3 raises the bar for unified security platforms, offering new features and improved operational intelligence.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is SonicWall?

Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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SonicWall's Dmitriy Ayrapetov speaks to TechDay about the importance of remote security solutions in the COVID era.
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Time Kiwis spent remote working doubled during lockdown

Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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New Zealand businesses are encouraged to embrace distributed workforce practices for productivity gains, according to Chorus.
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Mind the gap: Why securing the remote workforce is a peak priority

Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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41% of businesses are yet to implement any steps to expand secure access of their remote workforces despite over 75% of employees now working from home.
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Researchers identify impact of COVID-19 on technology innovation

Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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COVID-19 has sparked key trends in technology, including infection prevention and remote commerce, according to Lux Research.
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Q&A: MaxBill CEO talks data centre growth and its impact on energy billing

Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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The rapid growth of data centers has impacted the billing models and processes of electricity companies, according to MaxBill CEO Kirill Rechter.
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Remote working here to stay in ANZ, but security must be addressed

Fri, 21st Aug 2020
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COVID-19 has accelerated remote working by at least five years for organizations in Australia and New Zealand, according to a study by Barracuda Networks.
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Social distancing tech amongst top emerging technology trends - Gartner

Fri, 21st Aug 2020
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Social distancing technologies have been identified as a top emerging trend by Gartner, with health passports also fast-tracked due to the pandemic.
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Motorola updates tech for resource industry safety

Thu, 20th Aug 2020
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Launches video and voice features to help resources companies adhere to face mask and social distancing rules.
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Digitally transforming the world's home valuation market

Thu, 20th Aug 2020
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Valocity is revolutionising home valuations with its cloud-based platform, enabling quicker, more accurate decisions for banks and buyers worldwide.
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40% of businesses sacked staff due to breach of security during COVID-19

Thu, 20th Aug 2020
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Nearly 40% of UK businesses have fired employees for breaching cyber security policies during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to Centrify.
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How 3 Kiwi firms joined forces on marketing in a time of crisis

Wed, 19th Aug 2020
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New Zealand-based organizations, Campbell+Co, Stitch, and AA Smartfuel, have launched a successful pop-up drive-in cinema to weather the COVID-19 storm.
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ANZ firms endure DX agility struggles through pandemic

Wed, 19th Aug 2020
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COVID-19 has accelerated digital transformation across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia Pacific, but many organizations are not digitally agile.
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Why 48% of businesses will increase their investment in RPA

Wed, 19th Aug 2020
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The pandemic has accelerated digital transformation, with businesses investing in automation to cut costs and increase efficiency, says new research.
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NZ tech sector helping Govt's COVID-19 response

Tue, 18th Aug 2020
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The tech sector is significantly supporting the government on its journey to embrace an enhanced digital future.
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Kiwis not concerned about cyber attacks while remote working during COVID-19 - report

Tue, 18th Aug 2020
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New Zealanders are not concerned about cyber attacks while working from home during the COVID-19 crisis, despite being well aware of the risks.