About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Sara - Page 27
Blink XT2 surveillance cams patched after 'severe' vulnerabilities found
Fri, 13th Dec 2019
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surveillance
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smart home
Amazon's Blink XT2 cameras were urgently patched after Tenable Research uncovered seven severe vulnerabilities, allowing full control and DDoS usage.
FireEye rolls out threat intelligence platform for industrial systems
Fri, 13th Dec 2019
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dr
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
FireEye launches a comprehensive threat intelligence platform for industrial systems, aiming to bolster security for ICS, OT, and IoT against cyber threats.
StorageCraft report suggests firms need a 'ransomware reality check'
Thu, 12th Dec 2019
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
68% of respondents have a ransomware recovery plan, yet almost a quarter (23%) don't test those plans, and 46% test them once a year or less.
OPPO outlines $10b vision for smart device innovation
Thu, 12th Dec 2019
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uc
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data analytics
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martech
Oppo unveils a USD $10 billion plan to boost innovation in 5G, AI, and AR, with a focus on developing a smart device ecosystem over the next three years.
AMD issues Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 Edition software update
Thu, 12th Dec 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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software development
AMD has released the Radeon Software Adrenalin 2020 Edition, featuring a redesigned gaming application and new features for AMD graphics card users.
2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game
Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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2k games
Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.
Zendesk fuses AI into customer services with Amazon Connect integration
Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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crm
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uc
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hyperscale
The new services are designed to improve contact centre agent efficiency, while reducing the time that end users spend interacting with customer service.
Macquarie Data Centres 'breaks ground' on $80m Sydney data centre
Tue, 10th Dec 2019
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datacentre infrastructure
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hyperscale
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dc
Macquarie Data Centres has commenced construction on an AUD $80 million Sydney data centre in Macquarie Park, set to boost capacity and create 1,200 jobs.
Hands-on Review: ESET Endpoint Protection Advanced Cloud
Mon, 9th Dec 2019
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gaming
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endpoint protection
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digital entertainment
ESET Endpoint Protection Advanced Cloud is an umbrella of security for business users that integrates the most essential endpoint products.
The Samsung Galaxy Fold is finally coming to NZ
Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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digital signage
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displays
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samsung
The controversial foldable smartphone is now available for preorder in New Zealand from December 9, with shipping starting on December 18.
IT channel companies sharpen focus on emerging tech, new partnerships & marketing
Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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dr
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cloud services
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business continuity
The future of the IT channel is uncertain as new players, technologies, and partners emerge, according to a report by CompTIA.
Microsoft-backed security firm SpyCloud amplifies enterprise protection
Thu, 5th Dec 2019
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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spycloud
Backed by US$21 million from Microsoft's venture fund, SpyCloud strengthens its position in cybersecurity with cutting-edge ATO prevention technology.
Interview: Workday explains the five 'digital deadlocks' of DX
Thu, 5th Dec 2019
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digital transformation
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hcm
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payroll systems
A recent study highlighted the challenges faced by Asia Pacific enterprises in their digital transformation journey. #DigitalTransformation.
Wellington Airport offers travellers a sneak peek of 5G
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
The trial will run until December 9. But the trial is far from fully-fledged – only five users can connect to the 5G device and only for five minutes at a time.
ASUS launches ROG Phone II in Australia
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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gaming
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
ASUS Republic of Gamers (ASUS ROG) is reinforcing its dedication to keen mobile gamers, with a new iteration of its smartphone product, the ROG Phone.
OPPO unveils new innovations to ColorOS
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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operating systems
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oppo
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technology gifts
OPPO debuts ColorOS 7 in India, highlighting Infinite Design and localized features, promising enhanced user experience across over 20 phone models worldwide.
Interview: Cloudera on why analytics is key in the fight against financial crime
Mon, 2nd Dec 2019
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dr
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data analytics
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martech
Cloudera's Dr Richard Harmon highlights the critical role of data analytics in combating financial crime, urging a unified approach to enhance KYC capabilities.
In brief: What's on at CyberCrimeCon 2019 Singapore
Fri, 29th Nov 2019
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
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group-ib
CyberCrimeCon 2019 Singapore on November 29 will showcase threat analysis, world-class expertise, and best practices in cybersecurity.
Xerox to target HP shareholders as acquisition bid sours
Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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hp
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fuji xerox
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3d printing
HP spurns Xerox's £25.6bn takeover bid, citing concerns over Xerox's financial health and strategic directions.
NZ takes #2 spot in best markets for women entrepreneurs
Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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supply chain
New Zealand is second only to the United States for being the most conducive country to women's entrepreneurship, a new report from Mastercard revealed today.