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Kiwi Bright Sparks announces leading young tech heads

Mon, 13th Oct 2014
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Bright Sparks 2014 finalists have been announced and the group innovative winners, all between 12-17, are already making tracks in the digital industry.
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Introducing the New Zealand Excellence in IT Awards...

Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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New Zealand's IT excellence to be celebrated with the launch of sector-wide awards at ITx 2014, recognising standout individuals and teams.
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Crime pays as Wynyard prepares to double Aus team

Tue, 22nd Jul 2014
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Wynyard Group opens Asia Pacific Operation Centre in Sydney, supporting growth and new contracts in the region.
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How Network Functions Virtualisation will change the world...

Mon, 9th Jun 2014
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SDN and NFV are set to revolutionize the telecommunications industry, but implementing these new technologies may pose challenges for customers.
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Vendors proved wrong as Business Intelligence market slows

Fri, 2nd May 2014
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Spending on Business Intelligence and analytics software in New Zealand reached $75.3m in 2013, a 7.5% increase from the previous year.
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Microsoft takes down Oracle to retain software top spot

Fri, 4th Apr 2014
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Microsoft remains the top software vendor in the world, beating out Oracle, according to new research by Gartner.
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Tech sector concerned at slip in education standards

Mon, 30th Dec 2013
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New Zealand's tech sector is alarmed as the latest OECD PISA survey shows a significant drop in education standards, endangering future competitiveness.
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Silver Peak seals ANZ VRX distie deal

Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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Silver Peak names Vadis Systems as its new distributor for VRX solutions in Australia and New Zealand, aiming to boost their regional presence.
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Exclusive: Microsoft comes down hard on local channel pirate

Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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Online auction trader OnlineSale Computers has been stung with $15,000 in penalties after admitting to hardloading unlicensed Microsoft software on PCs.
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377,000 Kiwi PCs under attack as Windows XP expiry date nears

Wed, 6th Nov 2013
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Nearly 377K New Zealand PCs at risk as Windows XP support ends in April, urging users to upgrade for security.
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Microsoft warns Kiwis... don't ignore software piracy law

Wed, 6th Nov 2013
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Microsoft cautions NZ against pirate software, citing malware risks and a hefty $15k settlement with a violator. Safety guide for buyers included.
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Microsoft warns... run unsupported software at your peril

Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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Redmond warns companies of the security risk that consumers and businesses face when using unsupported operating systems and software.
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Apple's Cook takes swipe at 'confused' Microsoft

Sat, 26th Oct 2013
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'Our competition is confused. They're turning tablets into PCs and PCs into tablets. Who knows what they're going to do next?'.
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Will your business survive the upcoming IT apocalypse...?

Thu, 24th Oct 2013
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NetApp's John Martin warns of an impending IT apocalypse by 2017, challenging businesses with multiple tech disruptions. Are you prepared?.
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Gartner's Top 10 Strategic Technology Trends for 2014 - Part 2

Sat, 12th Oct 2013
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Gartner reveals the last 5 game-changing tech trends for 2014, including the rise of personal cloud and smart machines.
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HP accelerates partners' path to growth

Thu, 3rd Oct 2013
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HP enhances its global PartnerOne programme, making it simpler, more profitable, and more predictable, with new rebates and streamlined certifications.
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Kiwis: Underestimate Windows XP upgrade at your peril

Thu, 26th Sep 2013
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NZ firms warned about the risks and complexities of upgrading from Windows XP before Microsoft's April 2014 support cut-off.
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Behind the mask: Software Heroes tell all at local Summit

Tue, 24th Sep 2013
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Software giants converge at Canterbury Software Summit next week, with 20+ top speakers set to inspire 400 tech enthusiasts at sold-out Addington Events Centre.
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New dawn for New Zealand patent landscape

Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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Wednesday, August 28 marked the biggest shake up in New Zealand's Intellectual Property landscape in more than 50 years...
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Are Kiwis paying too much for computers and software?

Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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Green Party calls for a Commerce Committee inquiry into the over pricing of computer software and hardware in New Zealand compared to other countries.