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Poor software wearing businesses down

Mon, 21st Nov 2011
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NZ's economy could soar higher if SMEs ditch poor management software, says Greentree CEO amid a contest to revive businesses.
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22-year-old social network whiz passes away

Mon, 14th Nov 2011
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Ilya Zhitomirskiy, 22-year-old co-founder of open source social network Diaspora, has passed away just ahead of the network's planned launch.
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Hackers strike Steam

Fri, 11th Nov 2011
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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.
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Google acquires restaurant review brand Zagat

Fri, 9th Sep 2011
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Google bolsters its local content strategy by acquiring restaurant review guide Zagat, aiming to enhance its search and maps services.
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10 years of support for tech entrepreneurs

Tue, 9th Aug 2011
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Massey University's ecentre marks 10 years of aiding tech startups, with over 200 companies gaining from expert advice. Expansion plans remain ambitious.
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Game review: Journey (Beta)

Mon, 18th Jul 2011
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Journey Beta review: Thatgamecompany's latest offering promises a serene desert adventure, raising anticipation for its full release.
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Aastra rolls out local channel programme

Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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Aastra revamps its New Zealand approach with a local channel programme, new hires, and imminent product launches to boost market share and partner engagement.
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Zuckerberg re-valued at US$18 billion

Thu, 30th Jun 2011
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Mark Zuckerberg surpasses Google founders to become world's third-richest tech tycoon, now valued at US$18 billion.
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BnB next big internet thing?

Thu, 2nd Jun 2011
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Once dismissed by investors, Airbnb now rivals New York's largest hotels with its innovative platform, securing USD $100 million in new funding.
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The Startup Genome

Mon, 30th May 2011
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A group of tech enthusiasts have released the Startup Genome report, revealing key traits and strategies that make startups and their founders successful.
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Free-to-call business directory launch delayed

Wed, 2nd Feb 2011
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Businesses urged to update their details for the new 0133 service, while carrier testing falls behind schedule.
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Free 0133 directory service goes live

Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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In an effort to turn New Zealand's telephone directory business upside down, a new free-to-call business directory has been launched.
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Cyber Monday set to launch in New Zealand

Mon, 22nd Nov 2010
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Cyber Monday arrives in NZ, with online retailer Belly Beyond leading the charge to bring US-style shopping deals on 29th November.
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LinkedIn makes first purchase

Fri, 6th Aug 2010
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LinkedIn bolsters its content relevance by acquiring start-up mSpoke, marking its first-ever purchase to enhance user experience.
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Facebook movie trailer released

Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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The trailer for 'The Social Network', a film about Facebook's creation directed by David Fincher and starring Jesse Eisenberg, has just been released.
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Internet pioneers announce new social music service

Fri, 4th Jun 2010
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Founders of two of the internet's most successful start-ups have teamed up to create a new social music service.
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Adobe: Apple could undermine the next web chapter

Fri, 14th May 2010
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Adobe rebukes Apple, championing open markets and freedom after Jobs critiques Flash, fearing Apple's stance could limit the web's future.
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Apax acquires majority interest in Sophos

Tue, 4th May 2010
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Apax Partners to buy majority stake in security firm Sophos in a deal valuing the company at $830M, with founders retaining a key share.
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Today Takapuna... tomorrow the world

Thu, 1st Apr 2010
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Ex-Vodafone exec Mark Rushworth spearheads Pacific Fibre to link NZ and the US with a new cable, aiming to bring the world closer to New Zealand.
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Another Vodafone exec exits the building

Mon, 22nd Mar 2010
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Vodafone NZ sees another top exec departure, with Networks GM Mike Davies leaving amid a wave of high-level exits.