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Keeping islands connected during weather disasters

Wed, 29th Aug 2018
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Eaton leader John Atherton outlines how IT providers can ensure that isolated Pacific communities can stay connected during severe weather events.
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You're invited: Workplace optimization arrives in Sydney

Fri, 6th Apr 2018
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HID Global invites you to an exclusive event on April 11 at Signorelli Gastronomia, showcasing their new workplace optimisation platform using IoT technology.
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Kiwi AI company brings 'grab and go' checkout-less shopping to Auckland

Wed, 14th Feb 2018
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New Zealand retailer Foodstuffs to trial Amazon Go-like artificial intelligence shopping solution to enhance customer experiences.
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It's all fun and games in the sharing economy, until the taxes aren't done

Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
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The IRD is cracking down on undeclared income and it's very easy for them to see what services a company is offering online.
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Christchurch couple launch Kickstarter to make South Island's first cat café a reality

Thu, 29th Jun 2017
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Husband and wife team Alyssa O'Connor and Nate Ball have raised $13,000 towards the $25,000 they need to get the cafe off the ground.
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Google NZ takes financial hit as local Loon benefits end

Mon, 11th Jul 2016
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Google New Zealand has reported a loss in its latest financial results. And just how much tax did the global giant pay locally?.
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Will data centres be taking to the water next year?

Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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A US company has launched an energy efficient waterborne data centre prototype, with construction of the first commercial offering now underway.
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Aussie takes out Most Disruptive CTO award

Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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Velpic's Russell Francis has been named Most Disruptive CTO in the global Talent Unleashed awards, with three other Aussie companies claiming awards.
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BE Intent takes to world stage in Talent Unleashed awards

Wed, 9th Sep 2015
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NZ's BE Intent, whose offerings include a support and resiliency app for youth and businesses, is a finalist in the global Talent Unleashed Awards.
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Kiwis in the running for global startup awards

Fri, 14th Aug 2015
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The chance to spend time with Richard Branson is on offer in this year's Talent Unleashed Awards, with an entrepreneur school and funding on the way.
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Exclusive: ANZ CIOs are not keeping up with change

Thu, 13th Aug 2015
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CIOs are a company's most critical hire, but it's time for businesses to redefine what they need in their CIO, says one local expert.
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Boost for SMEs as first Kiwi equity crowd-funding completes in style...

Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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New Zealand's first equity crowdfunding offer reaches stretch target of $700,000 after less than two weeks on the market.
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Top Kiwi tech creates 1000km tennis game

Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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ASB Bank is attempting a World Record by creating a 1000km tennis court that stretches from the North Island to the South Island.
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Apple or Android? For richer, for poorer…

Fri, 21st Jun 2013
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New study suggests owning an iPhone could signal wealth, while Android users might be less affluent. Is your phone choice revealing your salary?.
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Kordia NZ claims Global Telecoms Business Innovation award

Mon, 10th Jun 2013
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Company takes out the Wireless Network Infrastructure Innovation category for delivering broadband internet to isolated Pacific communities.
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Kiwis keeping pace with global ICT development

Mon, 15th Oct 2012
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New Zealand climbs to 17th in ICT Development Index, surpassing Australia, but faces high costs in fixed telephony and broadband services.
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NZ midnight launch for iPhone 5

Thu, 27th Sep 2012
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Kiwis get first dibs on iPhone 5 at midnight launches across NZ, with Telecom and Vodafone, and live broadcasts marking the event.
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Staying connected through a crisis

Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Paul Deavoll leads Gen-i in heroic efforts to maintain vital services during the Christchurch earthquake, ensuring connectivity amid chaos.
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XT services

Mon, 14th Dec 2009
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Gen-i's CEO Chris Quin is claiming that XT mobile services affected by today's outage are functioning and that the majority of services have been restored.
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Sanyo 5600 1GB

Thu, 1st Dec 2005
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This sleek and stylish calm-shell mobile from Sanyo is more than just a phone, leaning more towards a fully fledge multimedia device.