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Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist
Health Technologies

Aranz Medical named NZ Hi-Tech Awards finalist

Aranz Medical vies for top NZ Hi-Tech prize, showcasing their innovative 3D healthcare solutions amid industry acclaim.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2016
Fitbit's latest: the Alta
Digital Signage

Fitbit's latest: the Alta

Fitbit has released its latest fitness tracker, the Fitbit Alta, featuring a slim design and interchangeable bands.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 5th Feb 2016
Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game
Health Technologies

Swibo: Physiotherapy as a game

Swibo's game, Tilt, transforms physiotherapy into an enjoyable challenge, collecting data to tailor training schemes.

By Dave Moskovitz • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2015
NZ Govt initiative encourages tech innovations
Health Technologies

NZ Govt initiative encourages tech innovations

The Technology Innovation National Science Challenge will focus on developing new technologies to create commercially successful breakthrough products.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2015
Kiwi companies recognised for ICT innovation on world stage
Health Technologies

Kiwi companies recognised for ICT innovation on world stage

Six New Zealand companies have been selected as finalists in this year's World Summit Awards for creativity and innovation in ICT.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
Decisions on controversial High Value Nutrition funding to be made by year end
Unified Communications

Decisions on controversial High Value Nutrition funding to be made by year end

The first and largest of the government's controversial National Science Challenges, High Value Nutrition, will reach agreement by year's end on wh.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Mon, 10th Nov 2014
Westcon NZ calls on Kiwi help for four-year-old Melissa van Blerk
Health Technologies

Westcon NZ calls on Kiwi help for four-year-old Melissa van Blerk

Westcon New Zealand is calling on Kiwi generosity to help raise $20,000, to provide four-year-old Melissa van Blerk with a Diabetic Assistance Dog.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sat, 21st Jun 2014
Kiwis click their way to health
Network Infrastructure

Kiwis click their way to health

Kiwis most likely to search for health information online are those living in Wellington and Tauranga, female and under 50 years of age.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2014
Kiwi kids empowered by technology
Health Technologies

Kiwi kids empowered by technology

Kiwi kids gather at High Tech Youth Meet Up in Manukau, developing tech skills and creating projects on social issues with guidance from top tech firms.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013
Science research given $54 million boost
EduTech

Science research given $54 million boost

New Zealand science receives NZD $54.6 million boost from Marsden Fund, supporting 86 groundbreaking research projects across diverse fields.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Oct 2012

Global Stories

Medical Technologies (MedTech) stories

Software-defined data centre technology taking the world by storm
Virtualisation

Software-defined data centre technology taking the world by storm

Sophisticated security technologies are boosting interest in software-defined data centers, with 93% of executives recognizing their benefits.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 5th May 2016
Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?
Health Technologies

Could virtual reality stave off the obesity epidemic?

Virtual reality shows promise in combating obesity and treating weight-related disorders, according to new research.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Feb 2016
Apple gains dominance in healthcare sector
Open source

Apple gains dominance in healthcare sector

Apple is gaining traction in the health and medical research space with ResearchKit, the open source software framework.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Mar 2015
New tech and ideas flood 2015 CES
Internet of Things

New tech and ideas flood 2015 CES

As CES this year there was a record number of innovative technologies showcased, from personalised health care solutions to connected devices and 3D printers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 12th Jan 2015
How wearables are changing the face of healthcare
Health Technologies

How wearables are changing the face of healthcare

Wearable tech redefines healthcare, with Google developing disease-detecting pills and more devices aiding chronic disease management.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Oct 2014
Expanding Westcon NZ seeks quality over quantity...
Health Technologies

Expanding Westcon NZ seeks quality over quantity...

For Managing Director Dave Rosenberg, quality over quantity is the key to channel success for Westcon Group New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Jul 2014
New partnership develops gaming for medical education
Gaming

New partnership develops gaming for medical education

The Media Design School and Medikidz Limited are working together to develope a one-of-a-kind gaming experience to educate children about Type 1 Diabetes.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Apr 2014
New Vivid Solutions GM eyes 'radical' growth
Unified Communications

New Vivid Solutions GM eyes 'radical' growth

Stephan Coetzee appointed as General Manager - Customer Development of Vivid Solutions, New Zealand's top provider of video conferencing for health industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Mar 2014