Retail stories - Page 317

Cloud data warehouse trends and best practices
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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cloud storage
New survey finds that cloud data warehouses offer stronger performance and greater flexibility than on-premise databases.

Galaxy S10: Apple notch, meet the Samsung ‘punchhole’
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Samsung unveils Galaxy S10 range, boasting advances in display, camera and performance a decade after first Galaxy S.

Top 10 facts about RoBoHoN, Sharp's new robot phone
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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smart home
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sharp
Sharp's RoBoHoN robot phone, a Japan-exclusive marvel, combines telephony with humanoid features, offering cutting-edge tech like LTE, 3G, and cloud access.

By 2040, landlines will probably be dead
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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Landlines could be obsolete by 2040, say tech experts, as 78% of users now seek plans without them, favouring smartphones and internet calling.

As online GST looms, Kiwis aren't too fussed about it
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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crm
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cx
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A recent Canstar Blue online shopping consumer poll found that only 29% of 1659 respondents will be put off buying things from international websites.

In ongoing cloud war, Google to acquire data migration specialist
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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microsoft
Google is currently behind AWS and Microsoft in the cloud battle, and it would seem this play is an attempt to claw some ground back.

Ping Identity Platform updated with new CX and IT automation
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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crm
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cx
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martech
The new versions improve the user and administrative experience, while also aiming to meet enterprise needs to operate quickly and purposefully.

Venafi and nCipher Security partner on machine identity protection
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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iam
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venafi
Cryptographic keys serve as machine identities and are the foundation of enterprise information technology systems.

Pure Storage expands enterprise data management solutions
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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storage
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converged infrastructure
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data fabric
It has integrated StorReduce technologies for a cloud-native back up platform, and expanded its data fabric solution for cloud-based applications.

Seagate: Data trends, opportunities, and challenges at the edge
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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martech
The development of edge technology and the rise of big data have brought many opportunities for data infrastructure companies to the fore.

Popular Android apps track users and violate Google's policies
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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martech
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google
Thousands of popular Android apps are violating Google's policies by tracking users with persistent identifiers, according to AppCensus and Sophos.

How blockchain could help stop video piracy in its tracks
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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blockchain
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piracy
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linius
An Australian firm, Linius, has piloted blockchain technology that could eradicate video piracy, ensuring complete control for content creators.

Microsoft urges organisations to tackle data blindspots
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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Despite significant focus placed on CX transformation, over a third of Australian organisations claimed that more than one in five of their projects failed.

Exclusive: Ping Identity on security risk mitigation
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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mfa
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multi-cloud
As data breaches surge, Richard Bird of Ping Identity discusses how organisations can tailor security measures to mitigate unique cyber risks in the cloud era.

Pliops raises US$30m to ‘transform’ data centre infrastructure
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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public cloud
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cloud services
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intel
With backing including the likes of Intel and SoftBank Ventures Asia, the company intends to expand its operations in the US, China, and Israel.

Gartner’s top 10 data and analytics trends for 2019
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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data analytics
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blockchain
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martech
Data is the fuel for the modern world, and analytics the engine. Gartner has compiled the top 10 trends to watch this year.

How CIOs can work with colleagues to drive new competitive advantages
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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opinion
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cisco appdynamics
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retail
CIOs must demonstrate they can drive new competitive advantages and earn a place in the boardroom, according to McKinsey.

Spark’s new IoT network reaches 98% of New Zealand
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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iot
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industrial iot
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solar power
Spark has completed a nationwide rollout of its IoT Cat-M1 network, reaching 98% of New Zealand's population and revolutionizing connectivity for businesses.

Cryptomining apps discovered on Microsoft’s app store
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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malware
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Symantec discovers eight cryptomining apps on the Microsoft Store, exploiting users' CPUs to mine Monero. Microsoft has since removed the apps.

Vodafone releases phones with child-safe features
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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edutech
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vodafone
Along with the restriction capabilities, the Vodafone Smart N9 range also has a range of emergency and safety controls.