About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
FYI, this is an ex-employee of TechDay.
Stories by Sara - Page 18
How AI can ease workplace distraction & increase productivity
Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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daas
Distractions are a major barrier to productivity, with research suggesting people are distracted more than 400 times a day. Technology can help.
Cisco's Webex will soon drown out distracting background noise
Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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uc
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digital entertainment
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video conferencing
Cisco is set to acquire BabbleLabs to improve its video meeting software Webex, with focus on removing background noise using AI technology.
'Old tech' may be holding back businesses & employees during COVID-19
Mon, 31st Aug 2020
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digital engagement
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online tools
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freshworks
92% of execs stress engagement, yet only 66% see 'highly engaged' staff, finds Harvard study on workforce loyalty.
Hands-on review: The Sony WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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gaming
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wearables
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reviews
Although the WF-1000XM3s came out in 2019, they’re still available for purchase - and there's a good reason why they're so popular.
Lazarus Group linked to phishing attacks on cryptocurrency sector
Fri, 28th Aug 2020
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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phishing
Cybersecurity firm F-Secure links Lazarus Group, aka APT38, to recent attack on cryptocurrency company in its new research.
Q&A: Genetec redefines physical security in 2020's changing environment
Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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dr
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Genetec, a provider of IP-based security solutions, discusses overcoming business challenges caused by COVID-19 and new additions to its portfolio.
CERT NZ: Kiwis lose $7.8m to cyber attacks; incident reports soar
Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Cyber attacks in New Zealand have surged by 42% this year, with almost 60% of the 3,102 reported incidents coming from individuals, according to CERT NZ.
Longtail UX raises $2.25m through Woolworths VC venture arm, W23
Thu, 27th Aug 2020
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martech
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commerce systems
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woolworths
Longtail UX, an Australian-founded tech firm, has raised $2.25m in funding through a partnership with W23 and Global Retail Brands.
GoTo & Microsoft Teams: A winning collaboration
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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uc
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martech
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ai agents
Every tool has a purpose, and with the latest integration users can now maximise productivity by choosing the right meeting solution for the task at hand.
Fitbit's new products want to help manage your stress levels
Wed, 26th Aug 2020
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wearables
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Fitbit unveils new smartwatches, including the advanced Fitbit Sense with stress management and heart rate monitoring capabilities.
Talk up a storm through Microsoft Teams with 2talk
Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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uc
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microsoft
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voip
One local provider of Teams solutions is 2talk. The company provides a Microsoft Teams Direct Routing solution called DirectoR.
Hero Internet brings Microsoft Teams calling to every NZ business
Mon, 24th Aug 2020
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microsoft
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cloud services
As New Zealand businesses adapt to remote working, Hero Internet offers Microsoft Teams calling for all, promising a seamless and cost-effective transition.
Lenovo unveils new Yoga notebook range
Fri, 21st Aug 2020
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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notebook
Lenovo is welcoming four new notebooks to its Yoga range: The Slim 7i, Slim 7i Pro, Slim 7 Pro, the 7i, and the Yoga 6.
Trintech observes shift towards enterprise financial planning automation
Fri, 21st Aug 2020
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data analytics
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planning
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rpa
Trintech CEO, Teresa Mackintosh, explains how large enterprises are embracing virtual ecosystems amidst the current climate.
Q&A: UiPath's Andrew Phillips decodes RPA for the modern business
Wed, 19th Aug 2020
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uc
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it automation
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rpa
Robotic process automation (RPA) is simplifying organizations' manual processes through digitization and automation, according to UiPath ANZ VP Andrew Phillips.
Hands-on review: The Huawei MateBook 13 2020
Wed, 19th Aug 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Huawei MateBook 13, a sleek and stylish laptop, is set to hit New Zealand shelves soon. Find out what makes this machine stand out.
Interview: Mindshift - the Kiwi firm putting the 'people' back in cybersecurity
Tue, 18th Aug 2020
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
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wfh
Employees should be a priority in cybersecurity education, says Mindshift director Melonie Cole. The company works with businesses to educate about cyber risks.
Sophos deconstructs Dharma, the 'fast food franchise' ransomware
Fri, 14th Aug 2020
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malware
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
Dharma ransomware has become a profitable business for cybercriminals, targeting small and medium businesses with devastating results.
Deal triple damage against ransomware with these 3 ultimate strategies
Thu, 13th Aug 2020
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malware
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virtualisation
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dr
The three main strategies you need to win every ransomware battle are education, implementation, and remediation.
Webinar: How IAM counters the complex threat landscape
Thu, 13th Aug 2020
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iam
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webinar
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lastpass
Remote working is here to stay, bringing both benefits and challenges. Find out how to manage IT and address security concerns in this webinar.