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SODA Inc founder joins EHF fellowship, starts philanthropic venture
Entrepreneur

SODA Inc founder joins EHF fellowship, starts philanthropic venture

Cheryl Reynolds is open to collaborating on new projects, and is actively looking for potential co-founders and partners for 3Cs.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2018
Reckon Group FY17 results shows investment for future growth
Document Management

Reckon Group FY17 results shows investment for future growth

Reckon Group's Document Management Business has demerged and listed on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2018
You're invited: MS Elevate helps businesses get the most out of the modern workplace
Microsoft

You're invited: MS Elevate helps businesses get the most out of the modern workplace

Microsoft Elevate in Auckland to help businesses navigate digital transformation, featuring real-life applications and case studies from New Zealand firms.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2018
Singapore's MINDEF launches cyber training scheme for national servicemen
Education, Learning & Training

Singapore's MINDEF launches cyber training scheme for national servicemen

Singapore's Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) is opening its doors to the Singapore Armed Forces as part of a new initiative called Cyber NSF Work-Learn.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Thoma Bravo closes $1.6b acquisition of Barracuda Networks
Firewalls

Thoma Bravo closes $1.6b acquisition of Barracuda Networks

Private equity firm Thoma Bravo has successfully completed the acquisition of data security firm Barracuda Networks for US$1.6 billion.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Cohda launches Shanghai office to optimize China's smart cities
Smart Cities

Cohda launches Shanghai office to optimize China's smart cities

Australian firm Cohda Wireless opens a Shanghai office to cater to China's booming smart city and autonomous vehicle markets, targeting 2025 national goals.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Local post-production tool developers announce strategic collaboration
Partner Programmes

Local post-production tool developers announce strategic collaboration

Kiwa Digital and The Cargo Cult collaborate to meet demand for localised media content with new software integration.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Visa acquires SaaS tech company Fraedom for US$197 million
Software-as-a-Service

Visa acquires SaaS tech company Fraedom for US$197 million

Visa acquires Fraedom for USD $197M, expanding its business suite with innovative B2B payment solutions that replace inefficient paper-based systems.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Opportunities as IOT, Cloud & ML keep growing, says Kiwi research
IT Budget

Opportunities as IOT, Cloud & ML keep growing, says Kiwi research

New Zealand businesses are predicted to reach NZD$65 billion in capital formation in 2017, and set a new record of $70 billion in 2018.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Grant Thornton Australia strengthens cyber defences with Darktrace security
AI Security

Grant Thornton Australia strengthens cyber defences with Darktrace security

Growth advisory firm Grant Thornton Australia has partnered with IT service provider The Missing Link to deploy Darktrace cybersecurity.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
NBN achieve double revenue figures according to half-year financial report
Unified Communications

NBN achieve double revenue figures according to half-year financial report

As at 31 December 2017, NBN declared that 6.1 million premises are 'ready to connect' and a total of 7.1 million premises are 'ready for service'.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Unlocking the benefits of leading a multi-generational workforce
Artificial Intelligence

Unlocking the benefits of leading a multi-generational workforce

Diversity – and not just gender diversity – brings different ideas, backgrounds, and assumptions to the table.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Schneider Electric announces the winners of the APC Partner Awards
DataCentre infrastructure

Schneider Electric announces the winners of the APC Partner Awards

The awards are designed to celebrate the individuals and partners who have contributed to the success of APC by Schneider Electric.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Massey Uni and NZVRARA team up to support VR development
Partner Programmes

Massey Uni and NZVRARA team up to support VR development

The New Zealand VR/AR Association and Massey University School of Design have partnered to support the growing VR/AR sector.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2018
Fitbits for animals: New data could revolutionise Aussie farming
Fitbit

Fitbits for animals: New data could revolutionise Aussie farming

La Trobe University's new sensor technology aims to revolutionise Australia's livestock industry by providing insights into animal health and behavior.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Unitec's The Mind Lab and MOTAT join forces to empower Kiwis in STEM
EduTech

Unitec's The Mind Lab and MOTAT join forces to empower Kiwis in STEM

The Mind Lab by Unitec is partnering with MOTAT to move their education programmes to MOTAT's premises in Western Springs.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
Deloitte appoints 17 new leaders
Deloitte

Deloitte appoints 17 new leaders

Deloitte's presence in the Central North Island is broadened with the admission of Lee Gray and Tamarapa Lloyd who have joined the Rotorua office.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018