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Spark My Potential... Flagship crowdfunding initiative hits NZ

Fri, 8th Aug 2014
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Spark launches 'Spark My Potential,' a game-changer in NZ crowdfunding, offering coaching, exposure, and potential top-ups to dreamers.
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The writing's on the wall - Part 1

Wed, 8th Jan 2014
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No longer the domain solely of retail, digital signage is spreading its wings, creating a market with plenty to offer the reseller.
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Sex, trafficking and preventative software…

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Fighting against sex trafficking and child exploitation, Wynyard Group's technology is being used to combat the 'rape-for-profit' industry in Asia-Pacific.
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Staying connected during natural disasters

Fri, 18th Jan 2013
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Microsoft launches HelpBridge app to ensure vital connections during natural disasters, allowing for easy, multifaceted emergency communications.
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Zuckerberg pledges $500 million of FB stock

Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Mark Zuckerberg pledges USD $500 million of Facebook shares to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation as part of his commitment to The Giving Pledge.
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Candid Cook talks Steve Jobs and Apple

Tue, 11th Dec 2012
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Tim Cook reflects on Apple's evolution and upholding Steve Jobs' legacy in a revealing Bloomberg interview, discussing the tech giant's focus and changes.
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Orcon steps up for CanTeen

Mon, 28th May 2012
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State-owned ISP signs up as official sponsor for organisation providing support for young people living with cancer.
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Dog adoption drive uses split-screen tech to tug heartstrings

Mon, 30th Apr 2012
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Pedigree's adoption drive cleverly uses split-screen tech in cinemas, showing moviegoers different dog tales based on donations.
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News: Apple violates FRAND patents, Motorola gets patent ruling, Apple's donations, and more!

Mon, 6th Feb 2012
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Two big stories surrounding Motorola and Apple this morning, all to do with patents, injunctions, and other fun legal proceedings.
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Banking blockade stumps WikiLeaks

Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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payment technologies
Financial blockade by Visa, MasterCard, and PayPal leaves WikiLeaks cash-strapped, cutting 95% of its donations.
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Kakapo makes Small Worlds debut

Fri, 5th Aug 2011
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Small Worlds players can purchase a Sirocco item which transforms their avatar into a walking, albeit slightly odd-looking Kakapo.
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Latest Christchurch communications updates

Thu, 24th Feb 2011
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NZ telcos issue fresh updates in Christchurch, focusing on restoring services and supporting the community amidst changing situations.
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Free e-books

Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Discover the joy of reading with Free e-books, offering thousands of titles at no cost. Perfect for book lovers and aspiring authors!.
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2degrees backer extends ownership; offers Haitian update

Fri, 5th Feb 2010
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Shareholding in 2degrees has changed once again with majority owner Trilogy International increasing its stake in the fledgling mobile operator.
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Twitter founder to launch mobile wallet

Thu, 10th Dec 2009
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Twitter founder Jack Dorsey unveils 'Square', a mobile wallet enabling credit card transactions via a small plug-in device, set for March 2010 release.
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Philanthropy pays

Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Despite a tough year for not-for-profits, the Inland Revenue Department's new rules on charitable donations and payroll giving are providing a lifeline.
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Tsunami-disaster aided by free calling

Fri, 16th Oct 2009
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Telecoms companies provide free calling to those affected by the Samoa tsunami, with over $1.1 million worth of calls made.
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Check out the iPhone app Bento

Wed, 13th May 2009
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Meet Bento for iPhone and iPod touch, the portable version of the wildly popular personal database from FileMaker.
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Run, Datacom, run

Sun, 1st Jun 2008
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Eight Auckland-based Datacom employees challenged the computer nerd stereotype in April when they participated in Oxfam's Trailwalker event in Taupo.