Stories by Staff - Page 271
In-flight iPad takes off with Qantas
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Qantas to equip every seat with free iPads, offering 200 hours of TV and audio, outshining Virgin Australia's in-flight entertainment.
Money motivation for Yahoo’s Mayer
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Marissa Mayer, upon her Yahoo CEO venture, could amass over $60m in bonuses and shares, marking a pivotal financial incentive move.
Xero's fear over gov privacy plans
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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data privacy
Xero is raising alarms over new Inland Revenue plans to access overseas company data, stressing the need for privacy protections and customer notifications.
UK partner buys stake in local dev studio
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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apps
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marker studio
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analyst report
UK's State of Flux acquires 10% of NZ's Marker Studio, eyeing growth in Europe via longstanding partnership and innovative tech potential.
ASB enables Facebook friend payments
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
ASB revolutionises banking with Facebook friend payments, eliminating the need for account details for seamless transactions.
Customers criticise Vodafone late penalty
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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Vodafone to charge £10 for late payments starting next month, stirring discontent among users. Critics label the move a money grab.
Kiwi camera fights skin cancer
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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melanoma
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molemap
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skin cancer
Kiwi innovation fights skin cancer with a cutting-edge camera, revolutionising early detection and saving lives.
Steve Jobs barred from US patent trial
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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apple
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patents
Judge approves request from Apple to have late CEO’s ‘thermonuclear’ statement discounted in court proceedings.
Auckland startup wins UK deal
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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wayra
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makelight interactive
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accelerator
Kiwi company selected for technology programme to turn idea for turning groups of people into giant screens into a reality.
Forgot your Lotto ticket? Just use your mobile
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Never miss a Lotto draw again! MyLotto's mobile site lets you buy tickets and check results on the go, catering to NZ's mobile-first trend.
Gen-i joins Arbor Networks anti-DDoS coalition
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Gen-i teams up with Arbor Networks, enhancing DDoS defense for data centers by joining the Cloud Signalling Coalition.
Google tech advocate to address Auckland conference
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Google Chief Technology Advocate Mike T Jones will be among a group of digital experts from across the globe descending on Auckland.
Microsoft reveals latest Office refresh
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Microsoft unveils a revamped Office suite, enhancing cloud and tablet integration, alongside its Windows 8 efforts.
Facebook enables visitor tracking
Mon, 16th Jul 2012
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cyber-stalking
Facebook introduces feature allowing users to see who visits their group pages, sparking debates on privacy and potential changes in user behavior.
Trailer: Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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digital entertainment
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Comic-Con attendees get first look at Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn digital series, setting the stage for Halo 4’s release.
Allied Telesis appoints third NZ distributor
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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distributors
Allied Telesis NZ expands its distribution network by appointing Sektor Distributors, aiming to venture into new sectors like CCTV.
IBM launches SmartCamp for ANZ entrepreneurs
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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healthtech
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ibm
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mentorship
Innovative tech startups invited to present their ideas for a chance to win a mentorship package, and entry into the regional finals in Beijing.
Kiwi students continue solid run at Imagine Cup
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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microsoft
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imagine cup
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Kiwi students' innovation shines again, placing top six at the Imagine Cup with AI solution to aid blind individuals.
Case Study: Manaia View School using UFB
Wed, 11th Jul 2012
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telco
Northland's Manaia View School pioneers in UFB use, enhancing learning through faster internet speeds and innovative ICT practices.
Continuity & integrity in datacentres
Wed, 11th Jul 2012
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Datacentres face complex challenges in maintaining continuity and data integrity during power outages, despite advances in server virtualisation.