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Internet of Things: Why identity is critical to success
Internet of Things

Internet of Things: Why identity is critical to success

Resellers take note: the devil is in the detail for the IoT and its success will rest on managing identities and access.

By Donovan Jackson • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
World Week Ahead: US jobs data, Yellen speaks
Inflation

World Week Ahead: US jobs data, Yellen speaks

The latest US jobs data will take centre stage this week as investors refocus on the state of the economy as they refine their bets on when the Federa.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
Make it network security
Firewalls

Make it network security

The need for effective network security is at an all-time high, says David Higgins, WatchGuard Technologies ANZ country manager.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2015
IDC's take on the security paradox
Data Loss Prevention

IDC's take on the security paradox

Despite CIOs claiming security as a priority, IDC reveals a startling gap between their concerns and actions in New Zealand.

By Heather Wright • 6 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2015
Time for new security resolutions
Data Loss Prevention

Time for new security resolutions

There's no time like the present for customers to take a good look at their security says Mark Shaw, Symantec Pacific region technology strategist – security.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2015
Thinking of moving to Xero? Read our review
Gaming

Thinking of moving to Xero? Read our review

After testing Xero out, I've come to realise that there's always an exception to the rule, and Xero definitely fits the bill (or should I say invoice).

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2015
Beginning of new digital only era for TechDay
Partner Programmes

Beginning of new digital only era for TechDay

This has been a momentous week for TechDay and we're excited to announce we're transitioning to a digital-only business.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
UPDATE: A2 Milk's premium payout attracts farmer interest with lower dairy prices this year
A2 Milk Co

UPDATE: A2 Milk's premium payout attracts farmer interest with lower dairy prices this year

A2 Milk Co, which markets milk with a protein variant said to have health benefits, says it's had more interest from farmers interested in supplying t.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2015
Pay by Bitcoin at 2Talk
Unified Communications

Pay by Bitcoin at 2Talk

2Talk pioneers Bitcoin payments, catering to tech-savvy NZ clientele who favour digital currency convenience for their VOIP services.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2015
Fastest broadband services officially live in Dunedin
Unified Communications

Fastest broadband services officially live in Dunedin

Gigabit broadband services are now live in Dunedin today, meaning the city can now access the fastest broadband speeds in the southern hemisphere.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2015

Stories from Other Regions

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Precinct raises $73.6 million from instos in capital raising
Fundraising

Precinct raises $73.6 million from instos in capital raising

Precinct Properties raises NZD $73.6 million from institutional investors, gearing up for its retail offer to fund major Auckland developments.

By Pattrick Smellie • 1 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2015
NZ SME market on the hunt for better, cheaper products
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

NZ SME market on the hunt for better, cheaper products

Cloud and other emerging tech are helping SMEs disrupt larger businesses, driving demand for agile and affordable products in NZ market.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
Up to 70 Shanton Fashions staff to lose their jobs in restructure prior to sale
Shanton Fashions

Up to 70 Shanton Fashions staff to lose their jobs in restructure prior to sale

Up to 70 staff, just under half of those working for Shanton Fashions, are losing their jobs as 17 stores close under a restructuring process before.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
Scales annual profit beats IPO forecast as apple exports drive horticulture earnings
Scales Corp

Scales annual profit beats IPO forecast as apple exports drive horticulture earnings

Scales Corp's annual profit dips but still surpasses IPO projections amid a surge in apple exports from its flourishing horticulture wing.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
Backup or replication? Why you actually need both
Disaster Recovery

Backup or replication? Why you actually need both

If you already have a backup solution, that's great news. However, restoring from backups is never instantaneous.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
While you were sleeping: Wall Street lingers near records
Wall Street

While you were sleeping: Wall Street lingers near records

Wall Street edged higher, trading near record highs, as Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen gave a second day of testimony to Congress.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Feb 2015
UPDATE: Ebos, heading for record annual earnings, sees Asia opportunities in medium term
Partner Programmes

UPDATE: Ebos, heading for record annual earnings, sees Asia opportunities in medium term

Ebos, which is heading for a record profit this year, sees opportunities to expand into Asia in the medium term, possibly in partnership with its bigg.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Feb 2015