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WPC 2014 beckons as Microsoft NZ partners descend on Washington D.C.
Microsoft

WPC 2014 beckons as Microsoft NZ partners descend on Washington D.C.

Mere blocks away from the Presidential elite in Washington D.C., Microsoft's Worldwide Partner Conference is now officially a Kiwi affair.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014
Industry veteran heads up Interactive Intelligence's ANZ IT deployment push
Unified Communications

Industry veteran heads up Interactive Intelligence's ANZ IT deployment push

Paul Crump brings over 25 years' IT expertise to Interactive Intelligence as Territory Manager, ANZ, focusing on business process automation from Melbourne.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2014
Kiwi firms shine at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards
Software Development

Kiwi firms shine at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards

New Zealand companies win big at Microsoft Partner of the Year Awards, with Provoke Solutions and NV Interactive taking top honours.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 30th May 2014
Kiwi tech firm wins global Microsoft award
Microsoft

Kiwi tech firm wins global Microsoft award

NV Interactive from Wellington triumphs globally, winning the Microsoft Innovative Technology for Good Citizenship Award 2014.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2014
Melbourne game developers relocate to Wellington
Gaming

Melbourne game developers relocate to Wellington

Melbourne game devs embark on a fresh start in Wellington, drawn by the vibrant gaming community and supportive high-tech environment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2014
NZ gaming industry records mega-growth
Gaming

NZ gaming industry records mega-growth

NZ's gaming sector sees a boom, hitting nearly NZD$300m in sales, with digital sales driving growth and mobile games leading the charge.

By David Williams • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Feb 2014
The story behind SLI Systems success
SLI Systems

The story behind SLI Systems success

SLI Systems, led by CEO Shaun Ryan, rose from the ashes of snap.com in the dotcom bust, now thriving with a GBP £20 million turnover.

By David Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 24th Jan 2014

Global Stories

Interactive stories

EB Expo 2014: Australasia's biggest gaming show returns to Sydney
Gaming

EB Expo 2014: Australasia's biggest gaming show returns to Sydney

Sydney set to host the grand EB Expo 2014, Australasia's premier gaming event, featuring major publishers and exclusive attractions.

By Darren Price • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Apr 2014
Win FIFA World Cup tickets with PlayStation...
Gaming

Win FIFA World Cup tickets with PlayStation...

Sony launches a thrilling contest for PlayStation users to win 2014 FIFA World Cup tickets, including a chance to attend the final in Brazil.

By David Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2014
NZ first as Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence partner to transform contact centres
Unified Communications

NZ first as Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence partner to transform contact centres

Gen-i and Interactive Intelligence's new partnership ushers in NZ's first fully managed cloud contact centre, revolutionising customer service.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2014
Football Manager Classic arrives on PS Vita
Gaming

Football Manager Classic arrives on PS Vita

Sports Interactive has announced the release date for Football Manager Classic 2014 for PlayStation Vita has been set as Friday, 11 April.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2014
BlinkMobile Interactive signs first NZ Council deal
Unified Communications

BlinkMobile Interactive signs first NZ Council deal

BlinkMobile Interactive secures a deal with Auckland Council, marking its first NZ partnership and promising enhanced mobility across devices.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Mar 2014
The Dark Knight returns
Gaming

The Dark Knight returns

Batman returns for the concluding chapter of Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment's Batman Arkham franchise.

By Darren Price • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Mar 2014
Snakk Media hits first 'million dollar month'
Snakk Media

Snakk Media hits first 'million dollar month'

Snakk Media reports record-breaking third quarter with revenues reaching $2.3 million, a 58% increase from previous year.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Mar 2014
Say hello to 4D sound with the F.R.E.Q. 4D headset
Gaming

Say hello to 4D sound with the F.R.E.Q. 4D headset

Mad Catz Interactive has announced that the F.R.E.Q. 4D Gaming Headset for Windows PC and Smart Devices will be available from 14 March.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2014
Interactive Intelligence promotes Maree to regional role
Unified Communications

Interactive Intelligence promotes Maree to regional role

Brendan Maree climbs the ladder at Interactive Intelligence, now VP for Japan, Australia, and New Zealand amidst sales surge.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2014
New Interactive Intelligence hire drives social media channel push
Unified Communications

New Interactive Intelligence hire drives social media channel push

Interactive Intelligence appoints Carl Price as Marketing Manager for Australia, NZ & Pacific to strengthen customer experience management.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2014
App Store sales smashed US$10 billion mark in 2013
Apps

App Store sales smashed US$10 billion mark in 2013

Apple's App Store exceeded $10 billion in sales in 2013, with December's $1 billion making it the most lucrative month ever.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Jan 2014