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Kiwi ambivalence to fake news leads to millions lost to cyber criminals

New Zealand's struggle with fake news sees cyber criminals pocket NZD $3.8 million in just one quarter, highlights NZTech's urgent call for digital literacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019

Research and Development

How Fusesaver is reducing the risk of electrical fires

The device can trip in 10 milliseconds, helping utilities cut wildfire risk and reduce outages on rural networks across 35 countries.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2019

Global Stories

United States (US) stories

Unified Communications

Infosys: Cloud applications seen as foundation for DX

The company's survey shows 54% of enterprises look at cloud applications as a foundation for their organisation's digital transformation.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019

Gaming

Corsair buys out gaming controller design firm SCUF Gaming

Corsair has made moves to buy out SCUF Gaming, the developers of high-performance gaming controllers for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2019

Network Infrastructure

Cambium Networks appoints Mary Peterson as SVP & CMO

Cambium Networks appoints Mary Peterson as new SVP and CMO. Peterson will strengthen the company's market recognition and drive growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2019

Fintech

NZ emerging as top fintech hub across Asia Pacific

New Zealand has emerged as one of the fastest-growing fintech hubs in the Asia Pacific region, according to the Global Fintech Index 2020.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2019

Clean technologies

NZ tech start up wins innovation award

CarbonClick CPO, Jan Ivar Czaplicki, has been named International Michael Page Innovator of the Year for 2019.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2019

Gaming

2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game

Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 2019

Customer Relationship Management

Customer service reps tired of not having the right tools - Pega

A global Pegasystems survey reveals 34% of customer service reps feel hampered by outdated software, highlighting a need for better tech solutions.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Dec 2019

Micron Technology

Micron publishes annual Diversity, Equality and Inclusion report

Micron's latest report showcases strides in diversity, with initiatives like new ERGs and increased female leadership, reinforcing a commitment to inclusivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019

Hyperscale

AWS announces renewable power project in Australia

The Australian project is one of six new renewable energy projects, which are expected to produce a total 711MW of new renewable energy capacity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2019

Unified Communications

New Caledonia to connect to Hawaiki cable by 2021

New Caledonian carrier SCCI has signed a deal with Hawaiki Submarine Cable to connect New Caledonia to the Hawaiki Cable.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Dec 2019

Marketing Technologies

NZ takes #2 spot in best markets for women entrepreneurs

New Zealand is second only to the United States for being the most conducive country to women's entrepreneurship, a new report from Mastercard revealed today.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2019

Customer Relationship Management

26% of leaders still “support fax as a communication channel”

A new Pegasystems survey shows Customer service representatives want to help but are frustrated with inadequate and outdated software.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2019

Platform-as-a-Service

eBay sells out: Viagogo buys ticketing platform StubHub for billions

eBay has ridded itself of its massive ticketing marketplace StubHub – and sold it to controversial ticketing platform viagogo.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 26th Nov 2019

Disaster Recovery

Gartner: Geopolitical tensions affect risk management strategies

Geopolitical instability is causing organisations to review their risk mitigation options in the global offshore services market, warns Gartner.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019

Ciena

Telia Carrier selects Ciena to boost European capacity

Telia Carrier partners with Ciena to roll out advanced optical network technology across Europe, boosting capacity in key markets and enhancing connectivity.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2019

Hyperscale

Kaspersky to store data of US and Canada customers in Switzerland

In a bid to bolster digital trust, Kaspersky will relocate data from US and Canadian customers to Switzerland and open a new Transparency Center in Brazil.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2019

ManageEngine

ManageEngine leverages AU data centres to bring data closer to home

ManageEngine is now utilising Melbourne and Sydney data centres to align with Australian data privacy laws, ensuring data residency and compliance.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2019

Public Cloud

SoftwareONE completes strategic acquisition of BNW Consulting

SoftwareONE has strategically acquired BNW Consulting to enhance its SAP capabilities in public cloud hyperscalers, expanding its global technology services.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2019