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Should pressured NZ bow to Dotcom demands?

Kim Dotcom may be wanted in the US for alleged copyright crimes, but should New Zealand bow to such demands for extradition?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2013

Government

Is the writing on the wall for US spying?

Kim Dotcom's projection on US embassy in Berlin condemns American surveillance, likening NSA to East Germany's Stasi.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 12th Jul 2013

Hyperscale

Dotcom: A case of fatal flaws

Kim Dotcom accuses New Zealand PM of being mislead by US officials in “scandalous” copyright case. #KimDotcom #copyright.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 8th May 2013

Global Stories

United States (US) stories

Microsoft

Android joins the Office 365 app party

Android users rejoice as Office 365 now extends its app suite to include them, promising seamless productivity across devices.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2013

EduTech

Microsoft's Warwick Grey: Nursing the skills

He may have abandoned a career as a psychiatric nurse, but Microsoft's partner account manager says that early job has stood him in good stead.

By Heather Wright • 6 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2013

Apple

Why is Apple being sued? Search me…

Former Apple Store employees launch lawsuit over unpaid wages, claiming tech giant searched staff bags after every shift for 30 minutes.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 31st Jul 2013

Data Privacy

You gotta fight, for Dotcom's right, for transparency…

Megaupload founder dispatches legal team to Wellington today, as his lawyers fight for full disclosure in New Zealand's highest court.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jul 2013

Network Infrastructure

New US$350m fibre optic cable heads to Northland

Northland set to score a major technological and economic coup with US$350m undersea cable deal with Hawaiki, coming ashore in Whangerai.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2013

Government

Key: Kiwis don't know what they're talking about

Prime Minister believes GCSB protesters are either misinformed or pursuing a political agenda as thousands rally in opposition to the bill.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jul 2013

Risk & Compliance

Wynyard Group lists on NZ Stock Exchange today

Wynyard Group, the New Zealand software company, has listed on the NZ stock exchange, with strong support from investors.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Jul 2013

Microsoft

Surface Pro coming to Kiwi channel

Microsoft expands Surface Pro sales in New Zealand, involving select resellers to cater directly to customers by September's end.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Jul 2013

Cybersecurity

Is US whistleblower becoming Snowed-in?

US whistleblower Edward Snowden navigates globe from Moscow to Ecuador, eluding US capture with WikiLeaks' support. Is his refuge within reach?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 23rd Jun 2013

Risk & Compliance

Wynyard Group sets $1.15 share price

The offer for shares is set to open on Monday 24 June and close on Friday 12 July ahead of a Friday 19 July listing on the NZX Main Board.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2013

Unified Communications

Enterprise mobility future

A $20 mobile paradigm was one of the visions touted at IDC's recent Enterprise Mobility Conference, as Heather Wright discovered.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2013

Data Privacy

Key: Snowden not welcome in NZ

As rumours surface that Edward Snowden may seek refuge in New Zealand, Prime Minister John Key insists the US govt whistleblower is not welcome.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2013

Manufacturing

Lenovo opens US manufacturing line

Lenovo launches its first US PC manufacturing line in North Carolina, creating 115 new jobs and challenging the trend of overseas electronics production.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2013

Apple

Apple smacked with US import ban

Apple faces US import ban on older gadgets, potentially costing $1 billion in revenue, amid Samsung patent row.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jun 2013

Software-as-a-Service

SLI Systems launches IPO

Christchurch IT company is to offer New Zealanders the opportunity to share in the rapid growth of online commerce.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2013

Unified Communications

Huawei seeks to allay security concerns with NZ politicians

Huawei's chief reassured NZ politicians that the tech giant poses no risk to cyber-security, despite prior US accusations. Labour MPs still voice concerns.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2013

Gaming

Debt-ridden THQ owes one million

Defunct THQ owes Codemasters over £800,000, highlighting a deep financial abyss from failed distribution deals and unresolved debts.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2013