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Regional hotel sales signal rising demand
Real estate

Regional hotel sales signal rising demand

Investors are snapping up regional accommodation as New Zealand’s tourism boom pushes enquiry and sales to record levels.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
New report offers a bold vision of a digital future
Robotics

New report offers a bold vision of a digital future

Sent to MPs and officials, the manifesto urges faster action on digital skills, broadband and cyber security to keep New Zealand competitive.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
NZ cloud software company picks Rackspace to manage AWS infrastructure
Software-as-a-Service

NZ cloud software company picks Rackspace to manage AWS infrastructure

Rackspace chosen to manage LINQ's AWS Cloud infrastructure for its SaaS tool; migration completed 4 months faster than anticipated.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
No longer Sci-Fi, AI is something NZ needs to discuss
Artificial Intelligence

No longer Sci-Fi, AI is something NZ needs to discuss

Artificial Intelligence to be discussed at first New Zealand AI Forum. Tech leader Stu Christie urges people to learn about AI's potential.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Apple takes shots at Google in new ad campaign - smartphone showdown
Cybersecurity

Apple takes shots at Google in new ad campaign - smartphone showdown

Apple ignites smartphone rivalry, taunting Google with cash incentives to entice Android users to switch to iPhone in a bold ad blitz.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Manifesto challenges NZ leadership to pursue tech future
Cloud Services

Manifesto challenges NZ leadership to pursue tech future

Twenty New Zealand tech companies have published a manifesto urging the government to future-proof the country through technological advancement and innovation.

By Matthew Bain • 4 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Blogging keeps kids learning over 'summer slump'
eLearning

Blogging keeps kids learning over 'summer slump'

Summer holiday slump in learning retention has been combated by a digital programme developed by the University of Auckland.

By Matthew Bain • 3 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Waikato Uni & Tongan Government stand side by side for cyber security
Cybersecurity

Waikato Uni & Tongan Government stand side by side for cyber security

The University of Waikato and the Government of Tonga are now officially embarking on a collaborative framework for cyber security issues.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Orcon says average monthly data usage (currently 150MB) soon to hit 1TB
Wireless Networks

Orcon says average monthly data usage (currently 150MB) soon to hit 1TB

Data. You can almost never get enough, which has made it both the bane and blessing of modern life - Orcon says usage is about to skyrocket.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Canon nearly the most trusted brand in NZ, but just can't beat chocolate
Sony

Canon nearly the most trusted brand in NZ, but just can't beat chocolate

Being on the Trusted Brands list indicates a company is genuine, authentic, reliable and consistent - something only the best brands can manage.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Property Industry Awards nominations announced
Real estate

Property Industry Awards nominations announced

A record 82 projects are in contention for New Zealand’s top property prizes, with winners to be revealed at a sold-out Auckland gala.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
Ransomware attacks highlight need for insurance
Malware

Ransomware attacks highlight need for insurance

Barely five per cent of New Zealand firms have cyber cover, leaving them exposed as ransomware claims and attacks climb sharply.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
New research calls for Personal Injury Commissioner
Law

New research calls for Personal Injury Commissioner

Hundreds of thousands of injured New Zealanders could get better access to support if ACC reforms and a new commissioner are adopted.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
New Zealand businesses still sluggish in cyber insurance takeup
Malware

New Zealand businesses still sluggish in cyber insurance takeup

Only 5% of New Zealand organisations have taken out cyber insurance, leaving the market ripe for growth, says Delta Insurance director Ian Pollard.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
Peer-to-peer: Wellington ranks #2 in the world for sharing economy
Marketing Technologies

Peer-to-peer: Wellington ranks #2 in the world for sharing economy

Overall, the study finds that New Zealand offers the highest returns for investors on peer-to-peer money lending platforms.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
BizDojo Wellington set to move into Xero building as it outgrows current location
Fintech

BizDojo Wellington set to move into Xero building as it outgrows current location

Co-working space BizDojo will move into Xero's Wellington HQ, with the new space able to accommodate up to 450 residents.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
Government targets 100% internet connectivity by 2025
Unified Communications

Government targets 100% internet connectivity by 2025

It's reviewing the proposals received in the tender process for the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative and the Mobile Black Spot Fund.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
Harnessing logistics and storage as a competitive advantage
Supply Chain

Harnessing logistics and storage as a competitive advantage

Kiwi firms adapt logistics to win in booming eCommerce, says NZ Post ahead of 'You Can Grow' business showcases.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
Cyberbullying affects many Kiwi kids, how can you help?
Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying affects many Kiwi kids, how can you help?

This week, Netsafe is reminding people that bullying isn't just a playground issue, as it receives hundreds of complaints of online bullying.

By Matthew Bain • 4 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017