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Apache Cassandra version 4.0 released - used by Apple, Netflix, Amazon, and thousands more

Thu, 29th Jul 2021
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Apache has released version 4.0 of Apache Cassandra, the open source distributed big data management platform.
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Hands-on Review: Google Nest Mini 2nd generation smart speaker

Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Google's Nest Mini 2nd Gen impresses with sleek design, effortless setup, and versatile Google Assistant features that even tech novices can navigate.
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Netflix hits jackpot: Q1 2020 sees subscriber count and revenue skyrocket

Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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The streaming behemoth earned big in the first quarter of this year, adding record levels of new subscribers and increasing revenue 27.6% year-on-year.
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Netflix value skyrockets amid COVID-19 stay at home orders

Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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Netflix's value has surged to USD $192.52 billion amid COVID-19 lockdowns, surpassing Disney, as homebound audiences boost streaming demand.
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Google leads donations as tech sector pledges US$1.4 billion to COVID-19 crisis

Mon, 13th Apr 2020
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Tech giants donate over $1.4bn to combat COVID-19 crisis. Google leads with $800m, followed by Cisco ($225m) and Facebook ($120m).
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No surprise: Vodafone calls and data usage up as week three of lockdown sets in

Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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Calls and data usage on the Vodafone network remain high, according to Vodafone NZ who has released its latest network report in week 3 of lockdown.
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Slack hires new head of APAC as remote working business booms

Fri, 27th Mar 2020
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Slack has reported that in the past seven weeks, more than 7,000 new companies have signed up to Slack as remote working becomes the new norm.
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Video-streaming services to see a boom as people stay at home

Tue, 17th Mar 2020
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Most of the world's economy is contingent around people leaving their houses; now, a 'stay at home economy' will see a meteoric boom.
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Netflix to release The Witcher on December 20

Fri, 8th Nov 2019
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Netflix's *The Witcher* debuts on December 20. The trailer has already garnered 11.4 million views, hinting at high anticipation among fantasy and gaming fans.
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Netflix film The Great Hack raises serious questions about data privacy issues

Wed, 31st Jul 2019
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Last weekend a group of privacy advocates and experts gathered in the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center to discuss issues highlighted by The Great Hack documentary.
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Freeview On Demand now on streaming device

Wed, 12th Jun 2019
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Freeview's On Demand platform is now available on its streaming device, DISH TV SmartVU X, offering viewers a one-stop-shop for free content.
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Record-breaking data usage over school holidays

Mon, 6th May 2019
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Rather than pulling their hair out thinking of potential activities, it would appear Kiwi parents are turning to the internet to entertain their little ones.
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No broadband caps please, we're Kiwis

Mon, 15th Apr 2019
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More than 70% of broadband services in New Zealand are now uncapped as Kiwis' appetite for TV streaming grows.
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Intel and Netflix to deliver an AV1 scalable codec

Tue, 9th Apr 2019
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Intel and Netflix announced a new high-performance video codec that is available as open source to content creators.
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We're not thieves when we have the choice (and Netflix is killing piracy)

Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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Piracy in New Zealand is dying as people choose cheap, legal streaming content over the hassle of illegal downloads, according to Vocus Group.
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Vodafone year end results show revenue growth and profit drop

Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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With a $5m growth in revenue and 92,000 more customers over the last year, Vodafone remains in a strong position despite $7.7m less profit than 2017.
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Two redesigns, one winner: Tailoring processes to customer preferences

Wed, 22nd Aug 2018
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For a product redesign to be successful, a meticulous rollout is required, coupled with a thorough understanding of your customer base.
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Spark refreshes Netflix offer for broadband customers

Tue, 6th Mar 2018
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Customers who have already signed up for 12 months of Spark's 'Netflix on us', can now access a further 6 months.
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Update: It does not look like a Netflix app will be available on Nintendo Switch anytime soon

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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It looks like Nintendo Switch owners will have to wait longer for a Netflix app to come. There are no plans for it to be on the Switch.
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Netflix grows it distribution empire with a new acquisition

Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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Youku's hit series Day and Night to debut globally on Netflix, marking a major Chinese drama overseas distribution.