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Xero bosses sell shares to allow others on board
Fintech

Xero bosses sell shares to allow others on board

Top Xero executives sell USD $5 million in shares to welcome new investors, including MYOB co-founder Brad Shofer, without diluting current holdings.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 14th Feb 2012
RIM co-CEOs step down
BlackBerry

RIM co-CEOs step down

BlackBerry's chiefs, Lazaridis and Balsillie, step down with former co-COO Thorsten Heins taking the helm, signalling a new chapter for RIM.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
Network site keen to target SMBs
Network Infrastructure

Network site keen to target SMBs

Ayloo, a new networking site, aims to draw in small businesses with a community-based approach, offering a unique advertising platform.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Jan 2012
Intercad completes management buyout
3D Technology

Intercad completes management buyout

Bosses at Australasian 3D modelling software distribution company take advantage of bank's decision to divest.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 9th Jan 2012
Crazy cuisine
Dans le Noir

Crazy cuisine

If you're looking to spice up your regular restaurant routine, check out this website dedicated to the most unusual restaurants in the world.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 1st Jan 2012
Sotheby's to auction founding Apple document - Updated
Unified Communications

Sotheby's to auction founding Apple document - Updated

Sotheby's New York auctioned Apple's founding document for a staggering USD $1.35 million, far surpassing its expected price of up to USD $150,000.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 14th Dec 2011
Poor software wearing businesses down
Fintech

Poor software wearing businesses down

NZ's economy could soar higher if SMEs ditch poor management software, says Greentree CEO amid a contest to revive businesses.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2011
22-year-old social network whiz passes away
Open source

22-year-old social network whiz passes away

Ilya Zhitomirskiy, 22-year-old co-founder of open source social network Diaspora, has passed away just ahead of the network's planned launch.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2011
Hackers strike Steam
Gaming

Hackers strike Steam

Gabe Newell, one of the founders of the game distribution site, says it is as yet unknown whether or not the information has been used.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2011
Google acquires restaurant review brand Zagat
Google

Google acquires restaurant review brand Zagat

Google bolsters its local content strategy by acquiring restaurant review guide Zagat, aiming to enhance its search and maps services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Sep 2011
Game review: Journey (Beta)
Gaming

Game review: Journey (Beta)

Journey Beta review: Thatgamecompany's latest offering promises a serene desert adventure, raising anticipation for its full release.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Jul 2011
Aastra rolls out local channel programme
Unified Communications

Aastra rolls out local channel programme

Aastra revamps its New Zealand approach with a local channel programme, new hires, and imminent product launches to boost market share and partner engagement.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011
Zuckerberg re-valued at US$18 billion
Google

Zuckerberg re-valued at US$18 billion

Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Google founders to become world's third-richest tech tycoon, now valued at US$18 billion.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2011
Free-to-call business directory launch delayed
Unified Communications

Free-to-call business directory launch delayed

Businesses urged to update their details for the new 0133 service, while carrier testing falls behind schedule.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
Free 0133 directory service goes live
Unified Communications

Free 0133 directory service goes live

In an effort to turn New Zealand's telephone directory business upside down, a new free-to-call business directory has been launched.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 1st Feb 2011

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10 years of support for tech entrepreneurs
Massey University

10 years of support for tech entrepreneurs

Massey University's ecentre marks 10 years of aiding tech startups, with over 200 companies gaining from expert advice. Expansion plans remain ambitious.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 9th Aug 2011
BnB next big internet thing?
Airbnb

BnB next big internet thing?

Once dismissed by investors, Airbnb now rivals New York's largest hotels with its innovative platform, securing USD $100 million in new funding.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
The Startup Genome
Entrepreneur

The Startup Genome

A group of tech enthusiasts have released the Startup Genome report, revealing key traits and strategies that make startups and their founders successful.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 30th May 2011