Retail stories - Page 300

NordVPN announces new file encryption tool
Thu, 30th May 2019
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encryption
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data encryption
NordLocker will be a file encryption app for macOS and Windows that will encrypt files stored on a computer or in the cloud.

Huge strides for Kiwi tech star Vend as it looks to take US by storm
Thu, 30th May 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain & logistics
Vend is hiring 125 staff globally and 54 in Auckland as the Kiwi retail management software company enjoys rapid growth.

Gartner: smartphone sales still suffering
Thu, 30th May 2019
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Global smartphone sales fell 2.7% to 373 million units in Q1 2019, with declines in Australia and competitive tension affecting top brands, says Gartner.

Radiflow’s OT security app now available on Cortex by Palo Alto Networks
Wed, 29th May 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
The app enables customers to leverage their Palo Alto Networks investment and subscribe to value-added OT-specific risk scoring and threat detection services.

New chief digital and technology officer for Kiwibank
Wed, 29th May 2019
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digital transformation
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martech
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digital marketing
Hamish Rumbold appointed as Kiwibank's chief digital and technology officer, bringing his expertise from ClearPoint and Fidelity Life.

The world thought the iPod touch was dead: 'Nope', says Apple
Wed, 29th May 2019
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipod
It has been four years since Apple released the 6th generation iPod touch, so clearly Apple thinks there’s still life in the iPod yet.

10 ways disties can stay relevant in the age of Amazon
Wed, 29th May 2019
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
Australian distributors have nothing to fear in the Amazon economy - they simply need to understand the value they can offer and put modern tools.

Reckon releases free single touch payroll mobile app
Wed, 29th May 2019
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fintech
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hcm
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financial systems
Reckon has launched a free Single Touch Payroll Mobile App ahead of new ATO regulations effective 1 July 2019, simplifying compliance for microbusinesses.

Alibaba Cloud reinforces commitment to Hong Kong
Tue, 28th May 2019
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digital transformation
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alibaba cloud
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partners
Alibaba Cloud reaffirms commitment to supporting digital transformation in Hong Kong, with plans to expand services and solutions.

Domino's new smart tech keeps an eye on pizza quality
Tue, 28th May 2019
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ai
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domino's
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smart appliances
The humble pizza can cause rage amongst friends and family if it’s not made right. A piece of pineapple on ‘your’ half of the pizza? Sacrilege!.

SurveyMonkey opens Dublin data centre
Tue, 28th May 2019
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storage
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data privacy
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enterprise storage
The investment is part of a broader focus to help enterprise customers have better control over their data residency.

Westpac NZ collaborates with local AI startup
Tue, 28th May 2019
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ai
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westpac
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sme
Auckland-based AI firm Aider is partnering with Westpac NZ to offer conversational digital assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises.

NVIDIA brings AI to the edge with EGX platform
Tue, 28th May 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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edge computing
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microsoft
NVIDIA launches new platform to enable low-latency AI at the edge, allowing companies to process real-time streaming data.

Adobe Premiere Rush gets optimised for Samsung devices
Tue, 28th May 2019
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martech
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Adobe Premiere Rush is now optimised for Samsung Galaxy devices, featuring enhanced GPU performance, HDR10+ support, and seamless video editing on the go.

Hands-on review: The 2018 MacBook Air
Mon, 27th May 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
2018 MacBook Air revamp - sleeker, USB-C ports, Retina display, and updated keyboard, keeping its iconic status.

Only one in four Kiwis trust organisations to protect personal data
Mon, 27th May 2019
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digital transformation
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ai
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healthtech
Only 27% of New Zealanders believe their personal data is treated reliably by organisations offering digital services.

Swann's Wi-Fi Floodlight Security System dazzles intruders on the spot
Mon, 27th May 2019
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surveillance
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digital entertainment
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video
Swann's new Wi-Fi Floodlight Security System combines 2500 lumen LED lights, 1080p HD video, and smart tech to deter intruders and alert homeowners instantly.

Edge computing drives IT change closer to home
Mon, 27th May 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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edge computing
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supply chain & logistics
Edge computing is revolutionising IT by bringing data and applications closer to users, enhancing efficiency and reducing latency issues.

University of Auckland signs deal with Dropbox to drive collaborative research
Mon, 27th May 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
University of Auckland partners with Dropbox, granting researchers access to secure, collaborative tools over a four-year deal to bolster innovative research.

Transformation of industry verticals through 5G – Frost & Sullivan
Mon, 27th May 2019
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uc
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edge computing
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5g & beyond
5G has the potential to transform industry verticals through indoor connectivity, but certain key verticals will experience stronger growth than others.