Africa stories - Page 42
BT ramps up push into NZ market
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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asnet technologies
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BT strides into NZ with Asnet for advanced communication solutions, enhancing global links and collaboration for local businesses.
Dead phones raise millions for Starship
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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Over a million discarded mobiles raise £1.8m for Starship's air ambulance, proving the power of recycling for charity.
Thousands fall each hour for 'free Audi R8' Facebook scam
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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email security
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Over 200,000 duped by a Facebook scam offering 'free' Audi R8s, as Bitdefender reveals an alarming rise in victims mostly from the US and the UK.
Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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education, learning & training
Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
Embracing the cloud and UFB for sustainability
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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clean technologies
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cloud services
Ricoh's Roly Smoldon discusses how embracing cloud technology and ultra-fast broadband (UFB) can drive sustainability and operational efficiency.
Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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martech
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commerce systems
The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.
Will the internet of products need digital ownership certificates?
Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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drones
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iot
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cartech
In a world buzzing with smart devices, the call for digital ownership certificates grows amidst privacy and liability concerns.
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.
HP leads the way as worldwide server shipments nudge ahead
Tue, 9th Sep 2014
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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Worldwide server shipments and revenue have grown modestly in Q2 2014, with some regions experiencing mixed results, according to Gartner.
Videoconferencing remains relevant despite mixed market results
Wed, 3rd Sep 2014
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hybrid & remote work
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IDC report shows mixed results for videoconferencing equipment, with revenue increasing but still a decline year on year.
Youi Insurance: Using tech to take on the big boys
Tue, 26th Aug 2014
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data analytics
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martech
Despite being the self-proclaimed new kids on the insurance block in New Zealand, Youi Insurance is bucking the industry trend when it comes to techno.
Spark NZ: All Blacks score not the only figure to soar at Eden Park
Tue, 26th Aug 2014
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spark
Mobile data usage skyrocketed during the Bledisloe Cup match, with a 110% increase compared to last year's test match, according to Spark New Zealand.
More on me: Deidre Steyn, ICONZ Webvisions
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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It may have been a long and winding road to get there, but for Deidre Steyn, the technology industry was always going to be a natural fit for her talents.
Sure thing as ShoreTel hires new APAC VP
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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leadership
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sales
ShoreTel appoints Frederic Gillant as Vice President and Managing Director for Asia Pacific to drive sales and expand partner network.
What do Microsoft, Steve Jobs and 2degrees have in common?
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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wireless networks
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payment technologies
John Stanton, the link between Microsoft, Steve Jobs, and 2degrees, takes a seat on Microsoft's board, showcasing his vast influence in mobile tech.
2degrees billionaire backer gets Microsoft board nod
Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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wireless networks
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John W. Stanton, billionaire backer of 2degrees, joins Microsoft's board, bolstering the tech giant's mobile and global expertise.
Unisys: The winning data centre experience
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
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Unisys NZ's Steve Griffin reveals experience is key in data centre choice, likening CIOs to Rugby selectors for crucial IT strategies.
IBM / Lenovo deal: What partners need to know...
Fri, 13th Jun 2014
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lenovo
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ibm
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partners
Why is IBM transitioning x86 to Lenovo? That's million-dollar question on the lips of the company's Business Partners.
Big Data drives software market growth
Thu, 5th Jun 2014
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saas
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data analytics
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martech
Worldwide software market forecasted to grow 5.9% in 2014, driven by Big Data and analytics and enterprise applications - IDC.
At the helm of one of NZ's original success stories
Thu, 1st May 2014
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Deidre Steyn tells David Williams how she is relishing the role of general manager at one of New Zealand's original internet success stories.