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Software AG latest match up to offer an 'open ecosystem' for partners
Software AG

Software AG latest match up to offer an 'open ecosystem' for partners

The company also mentions that the scalability of the Bosch IoT cloud is a key element in offering an open ecosystem for many different partners.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Oct 2016
Kiwi cyber security firm launches awareness initiative for businesses
Cybersecurity

Kiwi cyber security firm launches awareness initiative for businesses

Cyber Outreach brings real world cyber issues facing the workforce to life, and can be delivered to groups of up to 30 at a time.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
Newly crowned Gartner leader eyes keys to the Asia Pacfic kingdom
Data Protection

Newly crowned Gartner leader eyes keys to the Asia Pacfic kingdom

Hyperconvergence is gaining mainstream adoption as SimpliVity outperforms the market with its OmniStack Data Virtualisation Platform.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
New Pure Storage collab to provide 'engaging experiences' for customers
Storage

New Pure Storage collab to provide 'engaging experiences' for customers

Pure Storage and Cisco team up to enhance data center agility and customer engagement experiences with innovative FlashStack solutions.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
Email-based attacks by ransomware groups on the rise
Malware

Email-based attacks by ransomware groups on the rise

Ransomware gangs escalate email attacks, employing WSF attachments to spread the Locky virus, reveals cybersecurity firm Symantec.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
Rise of digital start ups could be the end for other industries
Network Infrastructure

Rise of digital start ups could be the end for other industries

Digital start-ups pose a threat to 83% of Asia Pacific and Japan businesses, according to research by Dell Technologies.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
Hortonworks enables Webtrends to leverage commodity hardware
Hyperscale

Hortonworks enables Webtrends to leverage commodity hardware

Webtrends saves millions using Hortonworks' Data Platform, allowing them to build new products without reinventing the wheel.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016
Brands struggling to fulfil customer expectations for eCommerce
Marketing Technologies

Brands struggling to fulfil customer expectations for eCommerce

A study reveals brands stumble to meet eCommerce demands, with just 14% of sales budgets fostering digital customer experiences.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016
A mobile workforce has to be both secure and easy, says Okta exec
Cybersecurity

A mobile workforce has to be both secure and easy, says Okta exec

Okta brings its Identity and Mobility Forum to Sydney for the first time, focusing on mobility and security in the workforce.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016
Providing threat support in a 'landscape that's constantly evolving'
Malware

Providing threat support in a 'landscape that's constantly evolving'

Juniper Networks has announced enhancements to its security portfolio to help organisations combat evolving threats.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2016
PwC and Microsoft partner to kickstart India's digital transformation
Microsoft

PwC and Microsoft partner to kickstart India's digital transformation

PwC and Microsoft India form alliance to propel digital transformation for businesses across India, harnessing strategic and tech prowess.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Written by Sam

Kiwis show 'room for improvement' with cyber security in the workplace
Ransomware

Kiwis show 'room for improvement' with cyber security in the workplace

Connect Smart Week in New Zealand aims to improve cyber security awareness with a quiz, but there's room for improvement.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Oct 2016
A message from beyond the grave: World's first coffin with WiFi
Gaming

A message from beyond the grave: World's first coffin with WiFi

Kiwi company MyRepublic unveils the world's first Wi-Fi enabled coffin, ensuring connectivity transcends to the afterlife.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
Vodafone to help take innovative Kiwi irrigation solution global
Internet of Things

Vodafone to help take innovative Kiwi irrigation solution global

WaterForce partners with Vodafone to take its IoT irrigation innovation, SCADAfarm, international. The collaboration will boost global export opportunities.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 14th Oct 2016
Know your rights: Ministry of Business sheds light on Samsung Note7 recall
Samsung

Know your rights: Ministry of Business sheds light on Samsung Note7 recall

Learn your rights amid Samsung Note7 chaos, says Ministry, urging consumers to seek refunds or replacements under CGA protections.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016
Kiwi businesses have a 'dismal record' for commercialising their innovations, says exec
Physical Security

Kiwi businesses have a 'dismal record' for commercialising their innovations, says exec

'Turning Innovation into Gold' seminar series aims to champion Kiwi innovation and improve commercial success rates.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016
OMGTech & the Ministry of Education partner to bring the best of STEM to Kiwi kids
3D Printing

OMGTech & the Ministry of Education partner to bring the best of STEM to Kiwi kids

OMGTech partners with Ministry of Education to pilot initiative bringing STEM education and tech to Kiwi kids.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016
New Zealand high schools embrace technology for the future
Wireless Networks

New Zealand high schools embrace technology for the future

Rangitoto College and Avondale College in New Zealand have implemented Aruba's Mobility Defined Networks to support student and teaching initiatives.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2016