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Catherine Knowles
News Editor
Catherine has a keen interest in all areas of technology and storytelling in our digital age. Having worked with a number of businesses and people across media, education, publishing and communications, Catherine has a definite respect for common sense, great content and turning ideas into reality.

Stories by Catherine - Page 321

Business moments

Aerohive and Juniper enter strategic alliance

Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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network infrastructure
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sdn
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naas
Aerohive cloud Wi-Fi solutions will be coupled with Juniper Networks switches, network management, and security solutions to target enterprises.
Wearable bitches

Google's new Project Aura focuses on 'building cool wearables'

Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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healthtech
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software development
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google
Google appears to be working in earnest to fulfill its promise to revamp the Google Glass and bring a new wearable device to enterprises.
Walking the tightrope

Kiwi SMEs: Prepare for challenging times now

Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
Kiwi SMEs urged by expert to boost marketing, strengthen networks and revamp hiring strategies in anticipation of economic downturns.
Enterprise wearables are here to stay

Enterprise wearables are here to stay

Thu, 17th Sep 2015
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wearables
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smart glasses
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cameras
UK businesses are embracing wearables, with 93% already exploring the technology, a new survey by APX Labs has found.
Brocade looks to dominate open source sdn market

Brocade looks to dominate open source SDN market

Thu, 17th Sep 2015
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
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sdn
Brocade announces new releases to shake up the open source software-defined networking space, offering interoperability and choice for customers.
Apis bring benefits to anz businesses study finds

APIs bring benefits to ANZ businesses, study finds

Thu, 17th Sep 2015
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crm
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martech
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iot
API adoption in Australia and New Zealand is increasing, bringing mobile app benefits, customer satisfaction and revenue.
Artifical intelligence is on the horizon  are you ready

Artificial Intelligence is on the horizon – are you ready?

Thu, 17th Sep 2015
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
As AI looms, a new report urges Kiwi businesses and individuals to prep for a future where machines may outthink humans.
Looking in

D-Link's new IP surveillance cameras hit the market

Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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surveillance
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d-link
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photography
D-Link has released a line of surveillance cameras optimised for businesses while still being simple to use and affordable.
Smart tech

Proliferation of smart devices continues

Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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uc
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smart home
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5g & beyond
Smart devices are no longer limited to mobile phones, bracelets and home appliances. Now, there are devices to take care of all our basic necessities.
Millennials privacy yo

The generation most at risk of online threats in NZ? Millennials.

Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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physical security
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wireless networks
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data privacy
New research reveals that millennials in New Zealand are the most at risk of online threats. #millennials #onlinesecurity.
Rugby world cup

New Zealand's already winning the RWC... at least on social media

Wed, 16th Sep 2015
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martech
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all blacks
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social media
New Zealand leads the globe in Rugby World Cup social media buzz, outpacing rivals in excitement and engagement according to Adobe Digital Index.
Liid

Finnish company builds app for your sales guys

Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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crm
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data analytics
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martech
Liid, a Nordic company based in Finland, has created a mobile application that functions as an activity tracker for sales professionals.
Change ahead

From corporations to start-ups: Uncovering the disruptive shift

Tue, 15th Sep 2015
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supply chain
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disruption
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startups
Innovative solutions and powerful digital platforms are enabling SMBs to knock the world's biggest corporations off their once so sturdy perch.
Success student

HP Rural Schools Competition winners revealed

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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edutech
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hp
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education, learning & training
As the winner of the national technology competition, the Northland school will receive $10,000 worth of HP technology.
Bomb baby

SMEs choosing cyber security over customer convenience

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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cybersecurity
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customers
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sme
Nearly all small business owners recognising the growing importance of cyber security, with the vast majority prioritising security over customers.
Speed for the rookies

Could we have 5G as soon as next year?

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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uc
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partner programmes
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5g & beyond
Verizon has announced its 'aggressive' roadmap for fifth-generation, or 5G, wireless technology, beginning by launching field trials next year.
Change transformation

NZRB undergoes business transformation with Spark Digital

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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partner programmes
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cloud scale
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flexible work
New Zealand Racing Board has signed a five-year deal with Spark Digital to redesign its IT infrastructure and change how it delivers internet services.
Rocketshipfutureetc

NZ's Tairua School, making modern classrooms a reality

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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edutech
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schools
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ministry of education
Tairua School in the Coromandel is replacing desks with e-hubs as part of a pilot program to modernize education.
Cyber threat

Scammers pose as Microsoft, target New Zealanders

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
There has been a significant increase in reports of scammers trying to defraud people by claiming to be calling from Microsoft.
Iot innovation

Kiwi company invests in IoT with new platform development

Mon, 14th Sep 2015
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iot
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customers
Zarex, a leading New Zealand digital marketing agency, invests in an IoT platform to aid local businesses in delivering enhanced customer value.