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What can New Zealand learn from Asia’s success?
Taxation

What can New Zealand learn from Asia’s success?

Poor planning is driving up housing costs and holding back productivity, according to Infrastructure New Zealand chief executive Stephen Selwood.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019

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Google to open data center & Cloud region in Nevada
Hyperscale

Google to open data center & Cloud region in Nevada

Google has announced the opening of a new data centre and Google Cloud region in Nevada, promising improved connectivity and a USD $600 million investment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2019
Master stroke: Swimming Australia looks to AWS for cloud and analytics
Data Analytics

Master stroke: Swimming Australia looks to AWS for cloud and analytics

Swimming Australia is partnering with Amazon Web Services to revolutionize the swimming experience for fans and athletes.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Jul 2019
Schneider Electric expands data center cooling portfolio
DataCentre infrastructure

Schneider Electric expands data center cooling portfolio

Schneider Electric has broadened its data centre cooling portfolio with the compact 30kW InRow DX, targeting modernised, high-density, adaptable cooling needs.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2019
Retail study challenges myth that digital natives only shop online
Fintech

Retail study challenges myth that digital natives only shop online

Despite beliefs that the younger generation prefers to shop online, they're actually the most likely to do more shopping in physical stores.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2019
Vertel partners with Virtutel to resell NBN Enterprise Ethernet
Unified Communications

Vertel partners with Virtutel to resell NBN Enterprise Ethernet

Vertel and Virtutel partner to offer high-speed internet across regional Australia, boosting smart city potential.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2019
AI-powered national security firm Fivecast raises $4m
Open source

AI-powered national security firm Fivecast raises $4m

Australian AI firm Fivecast, specialising in national security through machine learning, secures USD $4m to enhance global reach and collaboration.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2019
Govt invests $8m into refreshed Cyber Security Strategy
New Zealand Government

Govt invests $8m into refreshed Cyber Security Strategy

The Government has refreshed its approach to New Zealand's cybersecurity, with more focus on partnerships, funding, and international participation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
Hands-on Review: In the age of smart TVs, how relevant is the 4K Apple TV?
Gaming

Hands-on Review: In the age of smart TVs, how relevant is the 4K Apple TV?

Two years on, is the 4K Apple TV still a viable choice in the world of smart TVs? We delve into its design, hardware, interface, and more to find out.

By Lama Farhat • 6 min read • Fri, 28th Jun 2019
PacketFabric lands in Equinix's Sydney data centre
Network Infrastructure

PacketFabric lands in Equinix's Sydney data centre

PacketFabric will deliver its services via the Hawaiki Transpacific Cable System, which connects Australia, New Zealand, and the United States' west coast.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2019
What you should know about the public cloud - Cohesity
Public Cloud

What you should know about the public cloud - Cohesity

Respondents expressed concerns about using multiple products to move data between on-premises and public cloud environments.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2019
Adoption of automation technologies is driven by the C-Suite – UiPath
Digital Transformation

Adoption of automation technologies is driven by the C-Suite – UiPath

UiPath released a new study that explores the current and future progress of automation in organisations around the world.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2019
A detailed look at the global wearables market
Wearables

A detailed look at the global wearables market

ResearchAndMarkets.com released a new report, providing a comprehensive examination of the state of the wearables market for the next five years.

By Ben Moore • 4 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019
Hawaiki opens new subsea route to the US with direct access to LA
Network Infrastructure

Hawaiki opens new subsea route to the US with direct access to LA

Hawaiki has unveiled a new subsea route to Los Angeles, enhancing connectivity between Australia, New Zealand, and the US with ultra-low latency paths.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 25th Jun 2019
Cloud infrastructure revenue rises, despite spending drop
DataCentre infrastructure

Cloud infrastructure revenue rises, despite spending drop

Despite a drop in cloud IT infrastructure spending, revenue surged to USD $14.5 billion in Q1 2019, led by Dell with a 17.8% market share.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2019
Game Review: Total War: Three Kingdoms (PC)
Gaming

Game Review: Total War: Three Kingdoms (PC)

Total War: Three Kingdoms transports the strategy series to ancient China, marrying tight narrative with stunning visuals in a highly polished format.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Jun 2019
'Visual hacking' a privacy risk to business travellers
Data Privacy

'Visual hacking' a privacy risk to business travellers

'Visual hacking' is a growing threat to business travellers, with many displaying sensitive info in public places like cafes and transport, a 3M study reveals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2019
Adobe AI detects Photoshopped faces as war against fakes continues
Marketing Technologies

Adobe AI detects Photoshopped faces as war against fakes continues

Adobe, in collaboration with UC Berkeley, unveils AI tech that identifies Photoshopped faces with 99% accuracy, intensifying the battle against digital fakery.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jun 2019