Stories by Staff - Page 35
Elementary my dear Watson... IBM launches biggest analytics release in 10 years
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
IBM has launched Watson Analytics, a natural language-based service that provides instant access to predictive and visual analytic tools for businesses.
Why Alibaba's plans for global expansion is a 'long-term play'
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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ovum
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alibaba
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mobile payment
Alibaba's quest for global expansion faces stiff competition in Europe and North America, marking it a 'long-term play' in the digital market.
Off the scales as Apple smashes record iPhone sales...
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple shatters records, selling over 10 million iPhone 6 models in just three days post-launch, according to CEO Tim Cook.
NZ CIOs... Every budget is now an IT budget
Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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it budget
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analyst report
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volution
CIOs must work with business executives & the CFO to ensure that IT is incorporated early in strategic planning and budget processes - Gartner.
Was iPhone 6 launch 'pure Apple theatre'...?!
Mon, 22nd Sep 2014
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smartphones
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wearables
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personal computing devices
Apple's iPhone 6 launch dazzles with theatre, leaving competitors and fans awe-struck, yet questioning its overt control.
iHusband... Can iPhone 6 save 20 years of marriage?
Mon, 22nd Sep 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Polish man queues for 44 hours in Bristol to buy iPhone 6 in bid to salvage 20-year marriage after recent split.
Boost for Kiwi schools as Instructure makes moves into ANZ...
Mon, 22nd Sep 2014
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edutech
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schools
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lms
Instructure's Canvas expands its footprint in Australia and New Zealand by opening its APAC HQ in Sydney to meet growing demand from educators.
To the US and beyond... Christchurch software firm raises $2.35m funding
Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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digital marketing
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conversant
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shuttlerock
Shuttlerock, the visual marketing software company, has raised $2.35m in Series A funding and opened an office in Los Angeles.
Snow-Way? Internet MANA shuns US with whistleblower visa plans...
Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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breach prevention
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government
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internet mana
Internet MANA urges NZ's new gov to offer whistleblower Edward Snowden a safe haven, citing his sacrifices in exposing global surveillance.
Microsoft initiates Round Two of jobs cuts... Lays off 2,100 staff
Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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microsoft
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nokia
In a bid to streamline post-Nokia buy, Microsoft lays off 2,100, with 747 in Washington, marking its largest jobs cull since 2009.
Data centre market to undergo 'dramatic change'... Four disruptive factors revealed
Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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martech
Disruption in the data center market is predicted by Gartner as four main factors take hold, potentially driving major changes in the industry.
Pond invites all educators to jump on in
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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edutech
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ministry of education
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n4l
N4L's Pond opens its digital doors to every NZ educator, introducing 'Make a Splash' for seamless school integration into its portal.
Your Invite: Bitcoin conference coming to NZ in Nov...
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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personal computing devices
NZ hosts its first Bitcoin conference this Nov, aiming to catalyse adoption with top speakers. Queenstown to merge tech with adventure.
Eyes on the prize... Kiwi firm wins Health App award
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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healthtech
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apps
An app designed to help New Zealand GPs and optometrists confidently diagnose eye disorders has won a prestigious health award.
Yealink “revitalises” VoIP market… heads to NZ
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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uc
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connector systems
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voip
Yealink shakes up the VoIP industry, introducing affordable, high-quality solutions to New Zealand, ending the monopoly of big names.
North America head steps down as Xero eyes key global recruitments
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Xero’s head of North America, Peter Karpas, is stepping down. CFO, Ross Jenkins, will lead operations in the US until a replacement is found.
Boost for travellers as Serko cements AirPlus integration offering...
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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serko
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airplus
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partners
Serko Incharge customers can now access AirPlus transaction information, streamlining the expense reconciliation process.
Chorus outlines UBA and Boost proposals...
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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uc
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chorus
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telco
Chorus submits to Commerce Commission, outlining the need for differentiated broadband services to meet growing demand.
Apple Watch: Fashion first, tech second...
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
In line with the rest of the segment, Cupertino has realised that wearables need to be fashion first and technology second.
Monitor this... Dell leads Samsung, HP, Lenovo and LG
Fri, 19th Sep 2014
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network infrastructure
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
PC monitor shipments decline worldwide in 2Q14, but strong growth seen in US and Asia/Pacific, according to IDC.