Charity stories - Page 8
No-mobile-phone-phobia worldwide epidemic
Mon, 16th Feb 2015
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Nomophobia, the fear of being without a mobile phone, affects 66 million globally, with experts warning of its social and mental health impacts.
Cyber attacks target New Zealand charities
Fri, 16th Jan 2015
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cybersecurity
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New Zealand charities hit by cyber attacks, with NetSafe reporting automated attempts to validate stolen credit cards.
Dead phones raise millions for Starship
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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Over a million discarded mobiles raise £1.8m for Starship's air ambulance, proving the power of recycling for charity.
Social media giving a voice to those without a voice
Fri, 21st Nov 2014
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The ability to help animals has become far more accessible with the use of technology. Apps, websites and social media help people who want to get involved.
Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape
Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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Social media enables charities to target different audiences, get more people involved and increase awareness of their brand.
Entrepreneur X Factor coming to a town near you
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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technology gifts
Are you an entrepreneur at heart and want to know if you've got what it takes? Season 3 of Entrepreneur X may be just the thing for you.
Social Media Charity Crazes - will there be another ice bucket challenge?
Tue, 30th Sep 2014
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Charity through viral challenges: more than just a trend? After the ice bucket challenge, the real impact and future potentials are questioned.
Tributes pour in for NewLease co-founder Doug Tutus
Tue, 4th Mar 2014
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Industry mourns as tributes flood in for Doug Tutus, a cherished co-founder of NewLease, leaving a legacy of kindness and innovation.
Road trip delivers tech to rural schools
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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Rural schools in the North Island are being given a helping hand to keep up with technology and match the education standards of their city-bred counterparts.
Social media scammers to double holiday profit
Mon, 30th Dec 2013
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Holiday season alert: Scammers set to double profits on social media with a surge in Christmas and charity scams. Stay vigilant online.
Gamers speed-run for charity
Fri, 19th Jul 2013
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doctors without borders
Gamers unite for a speedy charity dash, aiming to raise funds for Doctors Without Borders by completing 76 games in record time.
Tim Cook auction hits $605k…with two days to go
Tue, 14th May 2013
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apple
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smartphones
Bids to have coffee with the Apple CEO at the company's headquarters top US$600,000 as the auction draws to a close.
Are you as popular a CEO as Tim Cook?
Tue, 30th Apr 2013
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apple
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smartphones
Bidding reaches US$600,000 for the chance to sit down and have coffee with Apple's CEO - but would you be as popular?.
Zuckerberg pledges $500 million of FB stock
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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education, learning & training
Mark Zuckerberg pledges USD $500 million of Facebook shares to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation as part of his commitment to The Giving Pledge.
Kiwi resellers charity diary – part 5
Tue, 11th Dec 2012
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education, learning & training
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As Kiwis prepare for the 2013 Great Adventure Race to Cure Kids, Jen Rutherford shares vital New Year tips on commitment, teamwork, and strength training.
Kiwi resellers charity diary – Part 4
Mon, 26th Nov 2012
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Jen Rutherford shares some Christmas fitness training tips for those planning on taking part in the 2013 Great Adventure Race to Cure Kids.
'Buy One FileMaker, Give One Free'
Fri, 16th Nov 2012
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FileMaker launches holiday BOGOF deal on FileMaker Pro 12; buy one, gift another for free till Dec 20. Perfect for enhancing business tasks.
Kiwi resellers charity diary: Part 3
Wed, 7th Nov 2012
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Jen Rutherford explains how entering the 2013 Great Adventure Race to Cure Kids extends more than just our physical abilities.
World of Tanks donates US$20k to RSA
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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World of Tanks donates £15k to RSA, echoing the unity between gaming and real-world military support, following an ANZAC Day fundraiser.
Facebook tech boss to depart for start-up
Mon, 18th Jun 2012
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Facebook's tech chief Bret Taylor leaves for startup realm post-IPO, shaking the exec team as the firm rebounds from a rocky stock debut.