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Aria is where cutting‑edge technology, security, and AI‑driven innovation intersect. The stories tagged here span everything from next‑gen cloud and data platforms to ransomware trends, smart infrastructure, and the fast‑evolving world of generative and agentic AI. If you want to understand how tools like AI copilots, LLMs, and real‑time analytics are reshaping everything from finance to healthcare to manufacturing, this is your starting point.

Dive into in‑depth coverage of cybersecurity – botnets, ransomware variants, mobile malware, zero‑day exploits, and the shift to continuous, intelligence‑led defence. Explore how data centres, networks, and observability platforms are being redesigned for AI workloads, sustainability, and hybrid cloud. Follow the rise of AI in everyday products too, from wearables and smart home devices to vehicles, retail experiences, and next‑gen collaboration tools.

Aria isn’t just about the technology itself, but about its impact: on regulation, trust, jobs, skills, and digital resilience. Here you’ll find expert commentary, major vendor announcements, case studies, and long‑form explainers that help you connect the dots between infrastructure, security, AI, and real business outcomes. If you’re responsible for strategy, architecture, risk, or innovation, the Aria tag will keep you ahead of what’s coming next.

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Dames, professors & CEOs come together to draw more Kiwi women into data science

Sat, 10th Feb 2018
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The New Zealand leg of the event is building on a global movement of inspiring more women to enter and excel in the data science industry.
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Adobe introduces content intelligence to transform customer experience

Fri, 9th Feb 2018
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Adobe survey finds teens spend 11h daily on digital media; Adobe boosts Experience Manager to meet content demands.
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Panasonic claims stake in smart energy management with Schneider Electric deal

Thu, 8th Feb 2018
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power / energy
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The system also features plug and play technology to reduce installation time, or can be installed as a part of a standalone system.
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New malware spotted in Asia reminiscent of Iron Tiger APT

Fri, 2nd Feb 2018
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Iron Tiger APT malware, previously targeting Asia and the US, has resurfaced in a new custom-built malware going after Asia once again.
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Cyber warfare set to surge in 2018 but expert says Britain is not prepared

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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Cyber war has exploded and is now quite literally on our doorstep - despite this an expert claims Britain's defences are severely underfunded.
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Three ways artificial intelligence is making buildings smarter

Tue, 30th Jan 2018
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In an ideal world, data anomalies would be automatically detected by AI-algorithms, and then immediately triaged and root cause identified.
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Globalinx data center has direct access to subsea cables

Tue, 23rd Jan 2018
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colocation
The data center is equipped with high-capacity space for network carriers, subsea operators, enterprises and hyperscale providers.
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McAfee named a 'Leader' in Magic Quadrant for IDPS

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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cybersecurity
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The inclusion of the company in the Leader category is based on Gartner's criteria, including completeness of vision and ability to execute.
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Crypto-miners creating havoc for businesses: Coinhive 'Most Wanted' malware

Tue, 16th Jan 2018
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Crypto-mining malware variants are causing headaches for enterprises and their computers as website owners try to recoup revenue, says Check Point.
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Japan's 'sleepless AI sentinels' to provide connected car cybersecurity

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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connectivity
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autonomous vehicle
Security as a Service platform for connected cars to launch in Tokyo, Japan, with plans for Europe and North America roll-outs this year.
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Expert gives advice for distributors competing in digital economy

Mon, 15th Jan 2018
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commerce systems
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Doug Smith from Epicor says the rapid adoption of eCommerce is leaving many distributors at risk of falling by the wayside.
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Meltdown and Spectre fallout: patching problems persist

Fri, 12th Jan 2018
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intel
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amd
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spectre
Patching difficulties persist as the tech industry grapples with the fallout from Meltdown and Spectre, highlighting flaws in nearly all modern processors.
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Barracuda acquires social engineering platform PhishLine

Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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phishing
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email security
PhishLine's social engineering simulation and training platform expands Barracuda solutions to protect against email-borne targeted attacks.
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How to mitigate cyber risks while travelling

Tue, 9th Jan 2018
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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credit card fraud
Over the past year, compromises of payment card data, network intrusions, and cyberattacks using hotel Wi-Fi have plagued the hospitality industry.
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PC Gaming gets supersized

Mon, 8th Jan 2018
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nvidia
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At CES in Las Vegas, NVIDIA have just announced the introduction of the big format gaming displays, AKA BFGDs.
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Five Tips on Shopping Safely This Festive Season

Tue, 19th Dec 2017
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commerce systems
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wireless networks
Aussie shoppers face online scam risks amidst festive e-sales surge. Stay vigilant with top cybersecurity tips.
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Script-based cyber attacks rise as threat actors choose stealth

Thu, 14th Dec 2017
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
WatchGuard Technologies' latest quarterly Internet Security report has revealed a massive increase in scripting attacks and malware.
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HPE clings on to top spot in server market from looming Dell EMC

Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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network infrastructure
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datacentre infrastructure
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lenovo
​Bucking the decline of the first quarter, the global server market saw growth in the third quarter with some vendors doing better than others.
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Riding the data wave: How to choose the right technology for the right workload

Mon, 11th Dec 2017
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We're seeing data streams generated by smartphones, autonomous vehicles, and every other area of life pour into data centers.
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Editing VR footage is a breeze with new Adobe plug-in

Fri, 8th Dec 2017
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martech
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ar, vr & metaverse
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adobe
CyberLink has introduced the VR Stabilizer plug-in for Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, offering easy, cost-effective tools to stabilise 360-degree videos.