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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

Fallback

13 areas to cover before every cloud migration

Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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The tech industry is NZ's third largest export earner and fastest growing sector. NZ's hosting and infrastructure services were worth $767m in 2013.
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Female CIOs more risk aware than male counterparts

Fri, 19th Jun 2015
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Female CIOs are more risk-aware than their male counterparts, although the top technology priorities amongst CIOs are the same regardless of gender.
Asustor

Hands-on Review: ASUSTOR AS-5104T NAS

Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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storage
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gaming
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digital entertainment
With a vast array of NASs hitting the market, does the ASUSTOR AS-5104T provide a difference to the normal slow clunky restricted devices?.
Shield

'Crowd-sourced' security to neutralise zero-day attacks

Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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network infrastructure
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network security
Security resellers and businesses can participate in the fight against cyber-criminals thanks to next-generation interactive sandbox security.
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DiRT Rally now available for early access

Fri, 5th Jun 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Codemasters have taken their rally franchise, DiRT, back to its roots with DiRT Rally, now available on PC as part of the Steam Early Access programme.
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ESET uncovers another porn clicker on Google Play

Mon, 1st Jun 2015
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retail
ESET has uncovered multiple variants of a Trojan porn clicker on Google Play, masquerading as Dubsmash 2, rapidly exploited by cybercriminals.
Budget

What does the NZ Budget mean for small business?

Mon, 25th May 2015
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financial systems
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xero
This Budget continues to deliver on National Government's pattern of fiscal responsibility. This is a positive thing for New Zealand business.
Sand

Are blind spots leaving your organisation exposed? Trend Micro says yes

Wed, 20th May 2015
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malware
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ransomware
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supply chain
Simple blind spots are leaving individuals and organisations exposed to prominent threats, according to Trend Micro.
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NZ retail sales rise a record 2.7% in 1Q as back-to-school drives electronic goods

Thu, 14th May 2015
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tablets
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retail
NZd retail sales rose at a record pace in the first three months of 2015 as the start of the school year underpinned demand for consumer electronics.
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UFB expo to teach kids programming

Tue, 12th May 2015
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coding
Local fibre company Ultrafast Fibre Limited is hosting a three-day expo in Whanganui to teach children how to create online games.
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Are smartphones a vital education tool?

Thu, 30th Apr 2015
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cameras
Smartphones in classrooms? New study by University of Canterbury reveals their growing role in enhancing engineering education.
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Hands-on Review: Asus Zenbook UX303

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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notebook
Looking for a solidly built ultrabook light enough to throw into a bag but can handle most game titles? You'd be hard pressed to go past the UX303.
Unblock

Android App Review: Unblock

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
Unblock: a free, fun and addictive puzzle game that will keep you entertained for hours (or maybe just minutes). Read more.
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Is Netflix and co slowing down your internet?

Wed, 29th Apr 2015
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digital entertainment
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netflix
Is TV streaming impacting ISP performance? Large dips in speed evident during peak viewing hours, according to TrueNet.
Buildings

IoT and smart cities opening doors for resellers

Mon, 20th Apr 2015
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Smart city tech unlocks vast new markets for resellers, says Allied Telesis' Scott Penno, spotlighting a shift toward integrated urban solutions.
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Mortal Kombat X is gory but fun

Sat, 18th Apr 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mortal kombat
Mortal Kombat X may lack some features but adds plenty, boasting fluid gameplay, stunning graphics, and thrilling new modes, making it a gory yet fun must-play.
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The current threat landscape, according to Dell

Wed, 15th Apr 2015
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ddos
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network infrastructure
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cybersecurity
Dell warns of surging POS malware and cyber threats against payment systems in its latest threat landscape analysis.
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Citrix buys Grasshopper to strengthen cloud-based comms for SMBs

Fri, 10th Apr 2015
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virtualisation
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daas
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citrix
Citrix has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Grasshopper Group, a provider of cloud-based telephony solutions for small businesses.
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New products from Brocade usher in the SDN era

Wed, 8th Apr 2015
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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management
Brocade's 'hyper-edged vision' means new opportunities in the channel for hardware sales and ongoing consulting services for resellers and integrators.
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A 'why not cloud?' approach essential for government CIOs

Tue, 7th Apr 2015
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modernisation
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analyst report
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research director
Gartner says government CIOs must flip from 'Legacy First' to 'Digital First' by inserting a 'Why not cloud?' step into all planning.