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Aussie startup pre-empts hackers with smartphone tech that blocks NFC attacks
Physical Security

Aussie startup pre-empts hackers with smartphone tech that blocks NFC attacks

Smartphone NFC capabilities put users at risk of identity theft and hacking, warns Australian startup ARMOURCARD.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
NEC, SMUD and SpaceTime announce new partnership to drive innovation
Digital Signage

NEC, SMUD and SpaceTime announce new partnership to drive innovation

NEC, SMUD and SpaceTime Insight team up to offer smart energy solutions for electric power companies globally.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017

Global Stories

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Vend appoints ex-Yelp director to lead ANZ
Marketing Technologies

Vend appoints ex-Yelp director to lead ANZ

As country manager, Dave will be responsible for sales, customer success, marketing and channel teams in the region.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2017
Malware in your DNA sequence data? Technically, it's possible
Malware

Malware in your DNA sequence data? Technically, it's possible

Could hackers exploit your DNA sequence and encode it with malware? A new study from the University of Washington says yes, it's possible.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2017
Vodafone NZ launches Red Connect service for Chinese customers
Customer Relationship Management

Vodafone NZ launches Red Connect service for Chinese customers

Vodafone New Zealand has launched a dedicated service for its Chinese customers, includingdedicated call centre staff, a WeChat account, and more.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2017
Vendors moving up and down the ranks in mixed bag wearable band market
Wearables

Vendors moving up and down the ranks in mixed bag wearable band market

Apple has fallen to third place in the market, overtaken by both Xiaomi and Fitbit - despite the latter experiencing a 34% year-on-year decline.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Aug 2017
Is the end of open source VoIP in sight? Five reasons why it's on the way out
Unified Communications

Is the end of open source VoIP in sight? Five reasons why it's on the way out

Beware of partner programs that allow more established suppliers of the same solution to undercut new providers.

By Brendan Ritchie • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2017
KyberNetwork introduces first decentralised cryptocurrency exchange
Crypto

KyberNetwork introduces first decentralised cryptocurrency exchange

Centralised exchanges are also prone to price manipulation, DDoS attacks, internal fraud, which KyberNetworks wants to change.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Aug 2017
Local Epicor partners honoured at global awards
Epicor

Local Epicor partners honoured at global awards

Australia's Biscit has taken double honours at Epicor's global 2017 Partner Excellence awards, with Hong Kong's DataWorld taking Partner of the Year.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2017
APAC internet users demand stronger access & right to delete their online information
Data Protection

APAC internet users demand stronger access & right to delete their online information

Internet users across APAC rate cybersecurity, data protection, access, connectivity and privacy as the most important policy-related concerns.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
D-Link NZ: New layer 3 managed gigabit switches for networks of all sizes
Network Infrastructure

D-Link NZ: New layer 3 managed gigabit switches for networks of all sizes

The switches are suitable for business networks of all sizes due to high port densities, switch stacking and easy management.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
InternetNZ: Telco Bill will protect fair broadband prices after 2020
Commerce Commission

InternetNZ: Telco Bill will protect fair broadband prices after 2020

Telecommunications (New Regulatory Framework) Amendment Bill to have first reading in mid-August, says Communications Minister Simon Bridges.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
Modernising NZ's telco sector: TUANZ applauds introduction of new Telco Bill
Commerce Commission

Modernising NZ's telco sector: TUANZ applauds introduction of new Telco Bill

Simon Bridges to introduce Bill reviewing regulatory framework of NZ's telecommunications sector. Utility regulation model for UFB fibre included.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
Simon Bridges to introduce Bill to modernise Telco Act to Parliament
Unified Communications

Simon Bridges to introduce Bill to modernise Telco Act to Parliament

The Commission will be able to make codes that address retail service quality if the industry fails to develop industry-led codes that are adequate.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017

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Game to your favourite tunes: The Spotify app has finally arrived on Xbox One
Gaming

Game to your favourite tunes: The Spotify app has finally arrived on Xbox One

Spotify has been available on PS4 for several months, but now the music streaming service is available now on Xbox One.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2017
Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Lands DLC to be released this November
Gaming

Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Lands DLC to be released this November

Guerrilla Games and Sony have announced the release date for The Frozen Lands DLC that is coming out for Horizon Zero Dawn.

By Damian Seeto • 1 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
Hyperkin gaming hardware hits NZ in Play Distribution deal
Gaming

Hyperkin gaming hardware hits NZ in Play Distribution deal

Play Distribution new Hyperkin deal will see offerings including retro-style controllers and attachments to enable Game Boy games on Android, hit NZ.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017