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Social Enterprise World Forum sells out with six weeks to go
Social enterprise

Social Enterprise World Forum sells out with six weeks to go

The Social Enterprise World Forum is an international event for social enterprises from all over the world to come together and share wisdom.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Aug 2017
AI New Zealand platform launch helps businesses get in on the action
Artificial Intelligence

AI New Zealand platform launch helps businesses get in on the action

Justin Flitter launches NEWZEALAND.AI, empowering Kiwi firms to embrace the AI revolution with vital resources and events.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
Ākina Foundation issues final call for Māori entrepreneurs who want to experience SEWF 2017
Māori

Ākina Foundation issues final call for Māori entrepreneurs who want to experience SEWF 2017

Māori entrepreneurs who'd like to attend this year's Social Enterprise World Forum in Christchuch have until July 31 to apply.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jul 2017
Tekken 7 eSports tourney will hit NZ TV screens September 11
Gaming

Tekken 7 eSports tourney will hit NZ TV screens September 11

New Zealand's top Tekken 7 players to clash on Sky TV for a $10K prize and a chance to compete globally this September.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Jul 2017
Magnify VR expo brings a taste of the future to Auckland
AR, VR & Metaverse

Magnify VR expo brings a taste of the future to Auckland

A full day of virtual and augmented reality demonstrations and experiences are on offer, including a specially made short movie that incorporate VR.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2017
Students to take on the world after taking out Imagine Cup
Microsoft

Students to take on the world after taking out Imagine Cup

Microsoft took over Auckland University to showcase the 2017 Imagine Cup New Zealand finals, with GroupCram taking home the top prize.

By Matthew Bain • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Apr 2017

Global Stories

How North Korea's nuclear aggression masks a deeper threat
Malware

How North Korea's nuclear aggression masks a deeper threat

According to Carbon Black's national security strategist, the rogue nation has been carrying out a stealth campaign that threatens even worse mayhem.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017
Film review: Blade Runner 2049
Gaming

Film review: Blade Runner 2049

Blade Runner 2049 mesmerises with Zimmer's score and a deep, psychological narrative that may perplex newbies but thrills enthusiasts.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017
Film review - Kingsman: The Golden Circle
Gaming

Film review - Kingsman: The Golden Circle

Suits, guns and cowboys, Kingsman: The Golden Circle delivers a massive action spectacle with just the right amount of humour...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Sep 2017
NSW government invests in local VR projects
AR, VR & Metaverse

NSW government invests in local VR projects

The aim of the initiative is to help artists and cultural practitioners develop their skills and extend their audiences.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017
20th Century Fox and Samsung team-up to change how we experience TV
Digital Entertainment

20th Century Fox and Samsung team-up to change how we experience TV

20th Century Fox, Panasonic, and Samsung partner to create an open and royalty-free dynamic metadata platform for HDR.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
Introducing Cinera, the clunky VR-cinema of the future
AR, VR & Metaverse

Introducing Cinera, the clunky VR-cinema of the future

This ridiculous headset promises an immersive IMAX experience and theater-grade sound from the comfort of a user's couch...

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2017
Hands-on Review: Sony's latest OLED TV delivers an unparalleled viewing experience
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Sony's latest OLED TV delivers an unparalleled viewing experience

Sony's new Bravia OLED TV astonishes with futuristic features, marrying pinnacle image quality with crystal-clear, innovative sound tech.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2017
Qld RSPCA embraces video conferencing to save animals' lives
Unified Communications

Qld RSPCA embraces video conferencing to save animals' lives

The RSPCA in Queensland has used video conferencing technology by Avaya to increase the number of animals it cares for to over 51,000 each year.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jul 2017
GSMA: Here are the winners from the 2017 Asia Mobile Awards
Samsung

GSMA: Here are the winners from the 2017 Asia Mobile Awards

GSMA's Asia Mobile Awards recognize excellence in mobile communications across the Asia Pacific region. Samsung wins Best Smartphone.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jun 2017
Industry experts to share insights at free code conference
Coding

Industry experts to share insights at free code conference

Wellington Code Camp 2017 could be your chance to absorb some expert knowledge and make new partnerships in the tech industry.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2017

Stories from Other Regions

HCF Demo Day: Aussie health tech entrepreneurs gear up to pitch ideas
Health Technologies

HCF Demo Day: Aussie health tech entrepreneurs gear up to pitch ideas

The program process includes pitching ideas to a team of investors and 12 week course where participants develop their minimum viable product (MVP).

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 12th May 2017