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Crusaders harness the power of cloud to increase fan base
Data Analytics

Crusaders harness the power of cloud to increase fan base

The eight-month implementation enabled the Crusaders to leverage Infor CRM software to centralise its customer data.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
Rugby 18 to have 65 official teams including the All Blacks
Gaming

Rugby 18 to have 65 official teams including the All Blacks

Rugby 18 is out later this year and it will have a large number of official teams. This includes the New Zealand All Blacks and more.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Sat, 23rd Sep 2017
Telco wants Kiwis to have a bit of rugby with their data
Vodafone

Telco wants Kiwis to have a bit of rugby with their data

Vodafone is offering free SKY Sport for a year to new customers who sign up for their unlimited broadband package.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2017
Kiwi start-ups get springboard to success
All Blacks

Kiwi start-ups get springboard to success

Kiwi start-up CSx has taken out the inaugural Samsung Springboard competition with I Measure U, Auror and MediKOL also taking home big prizes.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Nov 2015
Rugby 15 gets tackled to the ground
Gaming

Rugby 15 gets tackled to the ground

Rugby 15's attempt at next-gen gaming falls flat, disappointing fans with outdated graphics, poor gameplay, and missing licences.

By Damian Seeto • 4 min read • Tue, 20th Jan 2015
Sidhe announces Rugby Challenge for Xbox 360, PS3, PC
Gaming

Sidhe announces Rugby Challenge for Xbox 360, PS3, PC

Sidhe unveils Rugby Challenge for consoles and PC, timed for the Rugby World Cup with All Blacks licence, and dynamic commentary.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 14th Nov 2010
Transtasman thoughts
AFL

Transtasman thoughts

Kiwis thrive in Australia, blending a strong work ethic with humour, despite friendly rugby rivalries. Their tech prowess and can-do attitude open doors.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Oct 2006

Global Stories

Rugby stories

New Zealand Rugby uses AWS-powered analytics to boost performance
Data Analytics

New Zealand Rugby uses AWS-powered analytics to boost performance

Amazon Partner Network Partner Intela AI and data science company DOT Loves Data partnered to develop the Play in the Grey interactive platform on AWS.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Sat, 7th Dec 2019
Vodafone Warriors fans could win a piece of a million dollar prize pool
Vodafone

Vodafone Warriors fans could win a piece of a million dollar prize pool

Vodafone introduced the Vodafone Stadium Live App for the Vodafone Warriors last year to bring fans closer to the action.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2018
RugbyPass announces reseller partnership with VeNA
Rugby

RugbyPass announces reseller partnership with VeNA

VeNA, a local ad tech company, and RugbyPass have signed an exclusive partnership to cover New Zealand and Australia.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
How sports have accelerated the transformation at Zebra Technologies
Document Management

How sports have accelerated the transformation at Zebra Technologies

Zebra Technologies has revolutionised sports analytics by bringing RFID player tracking from the NFL to global sports leagues.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2017
Become part of the rugby match: The new app that lets you get up-close with the Vodafone Warriors
Apps

Become part of the rugby match: The new app that lets you get up-close with the Vodafone Warriors

Vodafone launches Stadium Live App, bringing fans of the Vodafone Warriors closer to the action with live replays and eight camera angles.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 28th Jul 2017
Blame the rugby flags
Hyperscale

Blame the rugby flags

Rugby flags caused two of Auckland's 2011 World Cup power outages, reveals Eaton, amid disruptions by possums and seagulls across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Apr 2012
Adidas All Blacks jerseys - the day globalisation became local
eCommerce

Adidas All Blacks jerseys - the day globalisation became local

Adidas faced backlash over All Blacks jerseys priced higher in New Zealand than the US, highlighting how globalisation is reshaping local markets.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Sep 2011
Rugby 2012 game in development
Gaming

Rugby 2012 game in development

HB Studios teams with The Rugby Forum for Rugby 2012, aiming for a summer 2011 launch on current-gen consoles. Details to follow.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2010