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Chinese execs to experience 'wayfinding' approach to Maori business style
Auckland University

Chinese execs to experience 'wayfinding' approach to Maori business style

Chinese execs to embark on a unique Māori voyage of business discovery, blending ancient wisdom with modern entrepreneurship.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2016
Satya Nadella visits Kiwi school, sees Microsoft computer science grant in action
Microsoft

Satya Nadella visits Kiwi school, sees Microsoft computer science grant in action

Microsoft's Satya Nadella witnesses innovative Kiwi computing scheme's boost, as local school benefits from fresh grant.

By Sam Worthington • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Nov 2016
Kiwi lifestyle at risk if NZ doesn't up its tech game
Digital Transformation

Kiwi lifestyle at risk if NZ doesn't up its tech game

New Zealand's adoption of advanced technologies is putting the revered Kiwi lifestyle at massive risk, warns business growth director Rachel Kelly.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Nov 2016
Tech helping revitalise the Māori language
Power / Energy

Tech helping revitalise the Māori language

Tech boosting Māori language revitalisation, says CEO of Kiwa Digital, enabling scale and reach beyond what's been dreamed of in the past.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
2degrees gets network back on track for earthquake affected areas
Chorus

2degrees gets network back on track for earthquake affected areas

New Zealand earthquake: 2degrees announces restoration of mobile services, but techs still working on full capacity in impacted zones.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Kiwi innovation set to benefit from revamped trans-Tasman patent regime
Physical Security

Kiwi innovation set to benefit from revamped trans-Tasman patent regime

New Zealand and Australian businesses to benefit from improved advice on patenting as new Patents Amendment Bill passes.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Tech Futures Lab launches Master degree for Kiwi tech innovators
Robotics

Tech Futures Lab launches Master degree for Kiwi tech innovators

Tech Futures Lab and Unitec Institute of Technology have partnered to offer a Masters of Applied Practice - Technological Futures in New Zealand.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2016
Museum analytics startup Dexibit wins top prize in Fintech Innovation Challenge
Fintech

Museum analytics startup Dexibit wins top prize in Fintech Innovation Challenge

Dexibit has come out on top at the Fintech Innovation Challenge, walking away with a $5000 cash prize and business mentoring opportunities.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
NZ earthquake: Kiwi telcos join forces for Kaikoura recovery
Chorus

NZ earthquake: Kiwi telcos join forces for Kaikoura recovery

The disaster earthquake that struck New Zealand yesterday damaged a major fibre optic cable that all three telcos are working to resolve.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
MYOB praised for NZ customer commitment, takes home 'Service Provider of the Year'
Fintech

MYOB praised for NZ customer commitment, takes home 'Service Provider of the Year'

MYOB, the accounting software provider, has been named 'Service Provider of the Year' at the New Zealand Franchise Awards.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
Auckland startup launches 'revolutionary' online platform for bite-sized learning
EduTech

Auckland startup launches 'revolutionary' online platform for bite-sized learning

New Zealand startup Modlettes launches 'bite-sized' e-learning platform for businesses, making online learning easier and more cost-effective.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016
Movac Fund 4 raises $105 million investment capital for Kiwi tech companies
Investment

Movac Fund 4 raises $105 million investment capital for Kiwi tech companies

New Zealand technology companies are about to be offered a new source of capital, after Movac's Fund 4 pool has now raised $105 million.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
First ever Microsoft Surface Hub sold in NZ by Kiwi reseller Asnet
Microsoft

First ever Microsoft Surface Hub sold in NZ by Kiwi reseller Asnet

Asnet sells first Microsoft Surface Hub in New Zealand, hosting exclusive launch event at new Wellington office.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Kiwi businesses need to integrate physical and digital workflows, says exec
Digital Transformation

Kiwi businesses need to integrate physical and digital workflows, says exec

Fuji Xerox launches ApeosWare Management Suite 2, helping Kiwi businesses integrate digital and physical workflows.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Earthquake update: Kiwis turn to Facebook for news and updates
Facebook

Earthquake update: Kiwis turn to Facebook for news and updates

After an earthquake hit North Canterbury, Kiwis have flocked to Facebook for live updates and to mark themselves safe.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Kiwi telcos assess damage following earthquake
Unified Communications

Kiwi telcos assess damage following earthquake

New Zealand's telecoms networks remain operational after earthquakes off the South Island, according to Vodafone and Spark.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Massey Uni expert: Secure internet? It's just salesmanship - we're more at risk than ever
Data Protection

Massey Uni expert: Secure internet? It's just salesmanship - we're more at risk than ever

Kiwis need to prioritize security over features, says Massey University cybersecurity expert. Personal data vulnerability a major concern.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2016
Unitec launches new high-tech research network to boost innovation and IP
Physical Security

Unitec launches new high-tech research network to boost innovation and IP

Unitec's new high-tech research network has been launched to help boost the country's innovation and IP creation prospects.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2016
Auckland's NorthWest Shopping Centre uses tech to address customer behaviour change
Wireless Networks

Auckland's NorthWest Shopping Centre uses tech to address customer behaviour change

Auckland's NorthWest Shopping Centre will use Aerohive's retail Wi-Fi solution to enhance the shopping experience.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Nov 2016