Stories by Staff - Page 263
BYOD risk for ANZ companies
Mon, 20th Aug 2012
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personal computing devices
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juniper networks
Companies across the region share concerns over the bring-your-own-device (BYOD) trend dominating the IT industry.
Nokia and Microsoft beat Apple to product launch
Mon, 20th Aug 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
After days of rumours in the press, Nokia and Microsoft appear set to launch the Windows 8 Phone before Apple makes their long-awaited product announcement.
Assange asks US to end ‘Wiki witch-hunt’
Mon, 20th Aug 2012
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wikileaks
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aras
From the balcony of the Ecuadorian embassy in London, WikiLeaks founder calls on U.S. to end their war on whistleblowers.
Former Renaissance boss joins Kordia
Mon, 20th Aug 2012
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kordia
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renaissance
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virgin media o2
Shaun Rendell, former acting CEO of Renaissance, transitions to CFO of Kordia, bolstering its telco-oriented growth.
Mixed reviews for Wii U
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Two reputable industry voices have expressed their opinions on the Wii U, with one declaring the new console a '$400 Xbox 360 seven years late'.
Queenstown ski trip up for grabs with Fortinet
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Win a dream Queenstown ski trip and more with Fortinet's Winter Ski promo when you purchase their products with Ingram Micro.
Energy industry under malware attack
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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malware
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cybersecurity
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symantec
Businesses in the energy sector are being targeted through a malicious Windows malware threat, deleting computer contents and preventing reboots.
Trailer: Mists of Pandaria
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mists of pandaria
Embark on an epic journey in Mists of Pandaria, unlocking the lost continent's secrets and confronting a long-buried evil.
Android’s answer to banking app
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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uc
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personal computing devices
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apple
National Bank unveils an Android banking app, bringing anytime, anywhere banking services to Android users, following iPhone app success.
Facebook stock falling fast
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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facebook
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shares
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investing
Early investors of the social networking site appear to be cashing in during their first chance to sell their stock, causing an all-time low in the market.
Apple aims to turn TV hobby into reality
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple is in talks with US cable operators to bring live TV home, still calling it a hobby despite selling 4 million devices in 2012.
Lenovo sales increase outpaces PC industry
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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microsoft
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lenovo
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emc
Following a deal to pioneer Microsoft’s new Windows RT PCs, vendor reports 35% rise in sales during first fiscal quarter.
Dotcom wins bid for extradition evidence to prevent unfair hearing
Fri, 17th Aug 2012
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mega
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megaload
Megaload founder Kim Dotcom granted access to US extradition evidence, preventing him from facing an unfair trial in Auckland.
Renaissance’s new CEO resigns
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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renaissance
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resignations
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virgin media o2
A month after officially losing their Apple distribution contract, Shaun Rendell has resigned from his role as Renaissance CEO.
Westboro Baptist Church to picket Gaymercon
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Westboro Baptist Church to picket Gaymercon, a LBGT tech convention in San Francisco. Event receives support and backlash.
ANZ firms transitioning towards a Hybrid Datacentre Strategy
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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hyperscale
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dc
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colocation
Survey suggests organisations are moving towards a hybrid datacentre ecosystem strategy across the ANZ region.
TechEd announces 2012 speakers
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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microsoft
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volution
Paul Thurrott and Jer Thorp to head TechEd 2012, showcasing Windows 8, Office 2013, and the future of computing in Auckland.
NetSafe calls for industry support over cyberbullying
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
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aras
NetSafe urges ICT support against the growing threat of cyberbullying, highlighting a need for industry collaboration to combat digital harassment effectively.
Insiders eligible to cash in on Facebook
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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facebook
Facebook insiders, including executives, now free to sell $1.91bn in shares as IPO lock-up ends, possibly affecting the already troubled stock price.
Android App of the Week - TripIt
Thu, 16th Aug 2012
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tripit pro
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travel
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hotels
TripIt simplifies travel organisation, consolidating flights, tours, and bookings into one accessible app—no more searching emails or carrying documents.