About Nick
Nick Forrester
Senior News Editor
Born and raised in Auckland, Nick moved to Wellington after high school to complete his undergraduate degree, before moving back to Auckland to complete his postgraduate degree in journalism from AUT. Nick is a passionate writer, and is keen on politics, gaming and writing reviews that no one asked for. An undercover nerd, you can find him on any given night at a pub quiz, board game night or hanging out with his dog.
Former TechDay team member.
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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Bitglass?
Tue, 29th Sep 2020
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data protection
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cloud security
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cybersecurity
Bitglass senior director of marketing, Jonathan Andresen, discusses insider attacks and best cybersecurity solutions.
Q&A: Digital transformation consultant on best practices in 2020
Tue, 29th Sep 2020
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devops
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digital transformation
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apm
TechDay caught up with Fusion5 NetSuite consulting manager Russell Bailey to discuss the issues surrounding digitisation in 2020.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Enlighten Designs?
Fri, 25th Sep 2020
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crm
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uc
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data analytics
Enlighten Designs CEO Damon Kelly discusses the company's business journey and vision for the future of web design in TechDay interview. #webdesign.
Hands-on Review: Samsung Jet 90 Pet vacuum cleaner
Fri, 25th Sep 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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samsung
Samsung's Jet 90 Pet vacuum cleaner with cordless convenience and impressive suction has transformed one journalist's cleaning routine.
Samsung adds to Galaxy S20 series with new phone at lower price point
Thu, 24th Sep 2020
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semiconductors
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digital signage
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displays
Samsung unveils Galaxy S20 Fan Edition (FE) - a more affordable variant of the Galaxy S20, starting at NZ$1,099.
Analysis: Why, how and when to move to the cloud
Thu, 24th Sep 2020
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hyperscale
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application security
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multi-cloud
In this era of the enterprise, cloud is the mother of business reinvention. But there are some critical considerations to ponder before the move is made.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is CrowdStrike?
Tue, 22nd Sep 2020
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uc
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endpoint protection
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cloud security
CrowdStrike, a cybersecurity firm, discusses its key products and offerings in an interview with TechDay. Find out more.
National Party announces $1.29 billion tech policy ahead of election
Mon, 21st Sep 2020
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national party
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stem
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policy
The policy, announced today, pledges to create 100,000 jobs in the industry by 2030 if the party is elected next month.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Globalization Partners?
Fri, 18th Sep 2020
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hcm
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supply chain
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payroll systems
Globalization Partners revolutionizes international hiring process with its technology, enabling companies to onboard staff in minutes.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The benefits of converged cloud security
Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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data protection
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converged infrastructure
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cloud security
TechDay's 10 Minute IT Jams features Forcepoint's Matthew Bant, discussing the benefits of cloud security and pandemic challenges.
Apple unveils two new iPads, including new iPad Air
Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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semiconductors
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apple
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ipad
Apple unveils new iPad Air and 8th generation iPad featuring improved displays, powerful chips, and new colours.
Interview: Henson Group CEO on expanding into NZ
Wed, 16th Sep 2020
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
TechDay sat down with founder and chief executive officer Greg Henson, who discusses the move to New Zealand and the company's differentiation in the market.
Acronis announces new security endpoint solution
Fri, 11th Sep 2020
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malware
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uc
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ddos
Acronis launches new integrated solution, Acronis Cyber Protect 15, combining data protection and cybersecurity.
The guide to digital security in unstable times
Fri, 11th Sep 2020
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ddos
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multi-cloud
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edge security
An increase in vulnerability across different sectors has meant that 2020 has seen more than its fair share of cybersecurity incidents.
Epicor acquired by investment firm in huge US$4.7 billion transaction
Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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manufacturing
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erp
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epicor
Clayton, Dubilier and Rice (CD-R) has acquired Epicor in a $4.7bn deal, with plans to drive growth in the manufacturing and distribution sectors.
Cryptomining trojan malware discovered by ESET researchers
Thu, 3rd Sep 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Newly discovered malware, KryptoCibule, is targeting victims in Czechia and Slovakia to steal cryptocurrencies undetected.
Samsung reveals the Galaxy Z Fold2
Wed, 2nd Sep 2020
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samsung
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samsung galaxy
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samsung galaxy fold
Samsung unveils its new Galaxy Z Fold2, featuring larger screens, better camera quality, and a new design. Available from September 18.
The 4 barriers to overcome to successfully migrate to cloud
Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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digital transformation
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multi-cloud
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cloud services
Cloud adoption in APAC can be a challenge for lagging companies, but Accenture reveals four concepts to overcome barriers.
Radware issues security alert, warning of global rise of DDoS-for-hire
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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radware
Radware has issued a global cybersecurity alert, warning of the continuous growth of the DDoS-for-hire industry.
Trading halts again as NZX sees fourth day of attacks
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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ddos
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cybersecurity
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nzx
NZX hit by repeated DDoS attacks causing connectivity issues, resulting in trading halts and system disruptions.