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Slingshot contracted telemarketing firm fined $170K for “slamming” customers

Mon, 18th Aug 2014
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Power Marketing Limited fined $168,750 for misleading telemarketing practices and slamming on behalf of Slingshot, totalling fines to $418,750.
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How the role of the CMO is changing...

Mon, 18th Aug 2014
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The role of chief marketing technologist hasn't even reached its tenth anniversary. Yet it's already starting to change. Why?.
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State of crowd funding 'very immature and highly fragmented'

Sat, 16th Aug 2014
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The crowdfunding landscape remains in its infancy, marked by fragmentation and diverse models. Analyst Anthony J. Bradley explores this emerging sector.
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Adobe gives creative youth a voice

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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Adobe Foundation's grant boosts HTYN, empowering NZ and Pacific youth with digital tools to enact social change and voice their stories.
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Top 12: Most dangerous things threatening networks right now…

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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From default passwords to missing patches, networks face constant threats that can easily be exploited, putting data at risk and causing potential disasters.
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NZ first as Vodafone prepares for smart future...

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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Vodafone activates tri-band 4G and carrier aggregation in NZ, creating three times the capacity of a single spectrum site.
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Brocade 'captures market momentum'... poaches Polycom ANZ MD

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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Brocade hires Gary Denman from Polycom as senior director for Australia and New Zealand, focusing on software networking market growth.
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Are Kiwi workers turning their backs on IT and telco companies?

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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New Zealand's IT and telecom sector needs to refocus its recruitment strategy to attract top talent, as attractiveness of industry decreases.
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Android dominates as vendors make smartphone market history...

Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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For the first time, over 300 million smartphones shipped worldwide in Q2 2014, with Android driving the surge, capturing record market share.
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New Facebook scam… 'Girl Killed by Husband for Kissing another Man'

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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A Facebook scam claiming a man killed his wife for infidelity spreads malware, hooking thousands with a counterfeit, viral video.
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Sure thing as ShoreTel hires new APAC VP

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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ShoreTel appoints Frederic Gillant as Vice President and Managing Director for Asia Pacific to drive sales and expand partner network.
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PowerbyProxi launches wireless power kits for consumer devices

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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PowerbyProxi unveils the Proxi-2D EVK-1, a cutting-edge wireless charging kit boasting up to 15W power for multiple devices.
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Has Spark Business solved SMB cash flow struggles?

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Spark Business has partnered with local Kiwi company Optimizer to solve one of the most common 'pain points' for small business owners...
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Vodafone leaves telematic trail with Italian Cobra acquisition

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Vodafone enhances global telematics footprint with the acquisition of Italy's Cobra, promising superior connected car services.
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What do Microsoft, Steve Jobs and 2degrees have in common?

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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John Stanton, the link between Microsoft, Steve Jobs, and 2degrees, takes a seat on Microsoft's board, showcasing his vast influence in mobile tech.
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Businesses beware as malicious URLs in NZ pass 60,000 mark…

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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NZ faces a surge in cybercrime as malicious URL clicks exceed 60,000 in Q2, underlining urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity awareness.
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NetSuite on the hunt for new channel partners in NZ

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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NetSuite targets NZ's booming cloud market, seeking new partners to deliver cutting-edge cloud solutions. #NetSuite #CloudComputing #NewZealand.
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Nokia Networks gets Vodafone NZ 4G launch nod…

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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Vodafone NZ has chosen Nokia Networks to launch a 700 MHz LTE network in Papakura, with speeds up to 10 times faster than 3G.
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Deputy PM: Govt knows true cost of business continuity

Wed, 13th Aug 2014
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Deputy PM Bill English opened Plan B's new data centre in Wellington, emphasising the importance of business continuity and data backup measures.
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UC and the intelligent contact centre

Tue, 12th Aug 2014
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It may not be designed for contact centres, but Zeacom's John Cray says well-integrated Lync contact centres are disruptive for the industry.