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Wynyard hires former Darktrace, GCHQ officer Andrew France

Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Wynyard Group, the security software company spun out of Jade Software last year, has hired Andrew France, former deputy director of cyber defence.
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The Crew PC system requirements come out of the pit stop

Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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Ubisoft unveils PC system requirements for the eagerly awaited open-world racer, The Crew, launching this December. Ready your rigs!.
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Aerohive and Apple join forces to bring technology to the classroom

Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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Aerohive Networks has announced it will provide the Wi-Fi infrastructure to support Apple's connection to ConnectED.
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Notable PDF: The first New Zealand company to join Google for Work

Wed, 22nd Oct 2014
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Notable PDF has announced it is a Google for Work Partner, making it the first New Zealand company to join Google's latest partner program.
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Move over Netflix, HBO online is coming

Fri, 17th Oct 2014
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The online streaming service will first be offered in the United States, but there are plans to bring it overseas.
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Xero app big winner in Silicon Valley Awards

Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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New Zealand's Xero has taken out the key award at this year's Silicon Valley Business App Awards, winning Best Overall App.
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VMob moving towards world domination

Fri, 10th Oct 2014
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VMob, New Zealand's multi award-winning mobile marketing company, is gaining momentum and continuing to expand around the globe.
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Nintendo 3DS smashes sales with popular game

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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What Nintendo 3DS game has been sold more than 2.8 million times around the world in just a matter of days? None other than Super Smash Bros.
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Xero lines up heavy hitter for US push

Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Xero recruits tech guru Andy Lark for its US expansion, aiming to build on its significant subscription revenue growth and market presence.
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Netflix: Not only a danger to the neighbourhood video shop

Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Netflix's dominion goes beyond harming local video shops, as Verizon halts its streaming service, marking a seismic shift for rivals globally.
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Review: ADATA Elite CE700 Wireless Charger

Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Wireless charging has often been touted as the next big thing in mobile phones. The new iPhone 6 doesn't have it, so is the Adata Elite CE700 worth it?.
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Will the internet of products need digital ownership certificates?

Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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In a world buzzing with smart devices, the call for digital ownership certificates grows amidst privacy and liability concerns.
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Boost for Kiwi schools as Instructure makes moves into ANZ...

Mon, 22nd Sep 2014
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Instructure's Canvas expands its footprint in Australia and New Zealand by opening its APAC HQ in Sydney to meet growing demand from educators.
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Snow-Way? Internet MANA shuns US with whistleblower visa plans...

Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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Internet MANA urges NZ's new gov to offer whistleblower Edward Snowden a safe haven, citing his sacrifices in exposing global surveillance.
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Monitor this... Dell leads Samsung, HP, Lenovo and LG

Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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PC monitor shipments decline worldwide in 2Q14, but strong growth seen in US and Asia/Pacific, according to IDC.
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Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims

Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.
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Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt

Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.
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Will Apple's market arrival kickstart a future fuelled by phablets?

Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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Apple's entrance to the phablet market could redefine mobile computing as bigger screens become the norm, overshadowing portable PCs and tablets.
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Counter Spy is a different kind of stealth game

Tue, 2nd Sep 2014
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Counter Spy revitalises stealth gaming with a 2D side-scroller set in the Cold War era, echoing the charm of classic James Bond films.
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Do Kiwi self-starters lack leadership skills?

Tue, 19th Aug 2014
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New survey reveals Kiwi entrepreneurs struggle with leadership, lacking key skills to share their vision and elevate their businesses.