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Provoke urges Kiwis to dig deep for Child Cancer Foundation

Tue, 11th Mar 2014
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The team at Provoke have helped launch the March Appeal Microsite for the Child Cancer Foundation, in a bid to ramp up greater awareness about the illness.
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The writing's on the wall - Part 1

Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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No longer the domain solely of retail, digital signage is spreading its wings, creating a market with plenty to offer the reseller.
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Kiwi Start-Up launches mobile lock-screen advertising

Fri, 29th Nov 2013
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This November, Kiwi tech start-up Little Lot will be the first to release full screen mobile advertising on the lock-screen in the New Zealand market.
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Sex, trafficking and preventative software…

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Fighting against sex trafficking and child exploitation, Wynyard Group's technology is being used to combat the 'rape-for-profit' industry in Asia-Pacific.
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Donate Your Desktop for charity

Fri, 15th Feb 2013
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New Zealanders can now support charity daily via Donate Your Desktop, simply by allowing advertisers to use their computer's desktop background.
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Staying connected during natural disasters

Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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Microsoft launches HelpBridge app to ensure vital connections during natural disasters, allowing for easy, multifaceted emergency communications.
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Microsoft's Maori commitment during 2012

Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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Microsoft New Zealand continues their look back at 2012, remembering their work during the past twelve months.
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Panasonic auctions 10 TVs for $1 reserve

Fri, 21st Dec 2012
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Panasonic auctions ten Smart Viera TVs with a starting bid of NZD $1 on Trade Me, with all proceeds going to New Zealand's Starship Children's Hospital.
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Zuckerberg pledges $500 million of FB stock

Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Mark Zuckerberg pledges USD $500 million of Facebook shares to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation as part of his commitment to The Giving Pledge.
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Candid Cook talks Steve Jobs and Apple

Tue, 11th Dec 2012
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Tim Cook reflects on Apple's evolution and upholding Steve Jobs' legacy in a revealing Bloomberg interview, discussing the tech giant's focus and changes.
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Telecom buys online Kiwi charity site

Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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Telecom has acquired Kiwi charity platform Givealittle.co.nz, eliminating its 5% admin fees. This marks a new era in zero-fee fundraising in New Zealand.
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Crowdfunding comes under security spotlight

Wed, 3rd Oct 2012
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New Zealand's securities law is set to capture crowdfunding if it strays into the territory of offering returns.
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Orcon steps up for CanTeen

Mon, 28th May 2012
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State-owned ISP signs up as official sponsor for organisation providing support for young people living with cancer.
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Dog adoption drive uses split-screen tech to tug heartstrings

Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Pedigree's adoption drive cleverly uses split-screen tech in cinemas, showing moviegoers different dog tales based on donations.
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News: Apple violates FRAND patents, Motorola gets patent ruling, Apple's donations, and more!

Mon, 6th Feb 2012
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Two big stories surrounding Motorola and Apple this morning, all to do with patents, injunctions, and other fun legal proceedings.
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Online helpdesk spreads satisfaction in NZ - Updated

Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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New Zealand tops Zendesk's global customer satisfaction poll at 95%, while the French lag at 57%. Now, a new charity-linked plan boosts philanthropy.
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GrabOne partners with Kidsline

Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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GrabOne allies with Kidsline to support youth mental health, launching a donation page with options to contribute NZD $5 to NZD $50 for the cause.
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Banking blockade stumps WikiLeaks

Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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Financial blockade by Visa, MasterCard, and PayPal leaves WikiLeaks cash-strapped, cutting 95% of its donations.
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Kakapo makes Small Worlds debut

Fri, 5th Aug 2011
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Small Worlds players can purchase a Sirocco item which transforms their avatar into a walking, albeit slightly odd-looking Kakapo.
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Social media NZ

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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From futuristic payment apps like Google Wallet to landmark legal battles involving Twitter, 2011 is revolutionising the digital and mobile world.