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Watch out… 3D printer shipments set to double this year
3D Printing

Watch out… 3D printer shipments set to double this year

Worldwide shipments of 3D printers will double this year, driven by rapid quality and performance innovations across all 3DP technologies.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2013
Artist's impression of $60m Gen-i data centre
Unified Communications

Artist's impression of $60m Gen-i data centre

In a push for sustainable tech, Gen-i unveils a $60m green data centre in NZ, boasting energy efficiency and cutting-edge design.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2013
Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies
Cybersecurity

Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies

Laissez-fare approach to wireless IT networks exposes Kiwis to cyber criminals, industrial espionage and 'hacktivists'...

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
Gen-i ramps up delivery of new $60m Auckland data centre
Unified Communications

Gen-i ramps up delivery of new $60m Auckland data centre

Gen-i confirms $60m investment in a cutting-edge Auckland data centre set to enhance cloud and data services in NZ, starting this winter.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
Zuckerberg issues five billion friend requests
Unified Communications

Zuckerberg issues five billion friend requests

In an audacious effort to unite the world online, Facebook founder launches internet.org, designed to expand global internet access.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 23rd Aug 2013
Top tips to avoid explosive rises in IT asset costs
Virtualisation

Top tips to avoid explosive rises in IT asset costs

CIOs prioritize cost reduction in IT, but ITAM and procurement professionals face 8 disruptive forces that could increase IT asset costs - Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 8th Aug 2013
Will software robots ring the death knell for offshoring?
Robotics

Will software robots ring the death knell for offshoring?

Despite industry hype, Ovum's study reveals software robots will enhance, not end offshoring, by streamlining services and reducing errors.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2013
Alcatel: Does our business look big in this?
Unified Communications

Alcatel: Does our business look big in this?

Introducing 'The Shift Plan', a three-year plan designed to slim down Alcatel-Lucent and return the company to profitability.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2013
Eaton opts for ANZ VP/MD
Eaton

Eaton opts for ANZ VP/MD

Eaton names Anoop Nanda as ANZ VP/MD, aiming to drive its Electrical Business's growth and enhance its market presence in Australia and NZ.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2013
PoE and the path to sustainability
Clean technologies

PoE and the path to sustainability

New Zealand businesses are leveraging Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) to cut power consumption and reduce environmental impact, showcasing its green potential.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 11th Jun 2013
Symantec warns of online security threats growth
Symantec

Symantec warns of online security threats growth

Security software company tells TechDay at the Westcon Imagine Event that online security threats are on the rise.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2013
Is Wiki the ticket to predicting the stock market?
Wikipedia

Is Wiki the ticket to predicting the stock market?

Wikipedia could have been used as early warning signs of stock market movements, according to a new study published today in Scientific Reports.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 9th May 2013
Have EA and Maxis lied over SimCity servers?
Gaming

Have EA and Maxis lied over SimCity servers?

SimCity servers not necessary, claim sources. AI also lacking, as Sim's show no consistency. Serious annoyance voiced on EA forums.

By Brendan Kelly • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2013
Netflix surprises as Apple disappoints
Digital Entertainment

Netflix surprises as Apple disappoints

Netflix shares soared 37.5% on surprise profits, driving Wall Street higher, while Apple's disappointing results dragged Nasdaq down 0.47%.

By Pattrick Smellie • 1 min read • Fri, 25th Jan 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Samsung surprises with investment in Kiwi company
Samsung

Samsung surprises with investment in Kiwi company

PowerbyProxi receives the first form of investment in a New Zealand company by Samsung, while also sealing a new strategic partnership with the tech giants.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2013
US deal signals Power to the Proxi
PowerbyProxi

US deal signals Power to the Proxi

Wireless innovator PowerbyProxi secures USD $5 million from TE Connectivity, enhancing its global footprint and strengthening the future of wireless tech.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2013
Eaton got the power with Channel appointment
Eaton

Eaton got the power with Channel appointment

Eaton boosts its ANZ power quality team, appointing Tina Kuleski as Channel Manager aiming for strategic partner growth and market expansion.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 25th Mar 2013
Shaun Coffey thanked for IRL transformation
Callaghan Innovation

Shaun Coffey thanked for IRL transformation

Outgoing CEO praised for turning the Crown Research Institute into a national asset that will be the crown jewel of Callaghan Innovation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 30th Jan 2013