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 44
How mobile workers can become even more efficient
Tue, 7th May 2019
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Automating manual processes such as invoices and forms can create a better environment for workflows, mobile employees, and customer experiences.
Microsoft's biggest announcements from Build 2019
Tue, 7th May 2019
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uc
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devops
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data analytics
Microsoft Build 2019 introduces new innovations for Microsoft 365, including features like Microsoft Graph data connect and the Fluid Framework.
It's 'lights out' for two more dark web marketplaces
Mon, 6th May 2019
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cybersecurity
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dark web
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europol
Don't be fooled if you see talk that Wall Street Market has been taken down – because it's most likely not what you think.
Qlik appoints former OneLogin VP as its new APAC leader
Mon, 6th May 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Qlik has appointed Geoff Thomas to lead its business in Asia Pacific as the data analytics firm focuses on customer success and growth.
Soon you could earn cryptocurrency as you drive
Mon, 6th May 2019
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crypto
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blockchain
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smart home
Jaguar Land Rover is testing 'smart wallet' tech that could let drivers earn cryptocurrency by reporting road conditions, with rewards like coffee and parking.
D-Link security cams vulnerable to spying
Mon, 6th May 2019
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smart home
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d-link
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home security
Security flaws in D-Link's DCS-2132L cloud cameras, discovered by ESET, expose users in Australia and New Zealand to potential spying and firmware attacks.
Christchurch Airport: Fighting fire with VR
Mon, 6th May 2019
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ar, vr & metaverse
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christchurch airport
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firefighting
Christchurch Airport becomes the first in New Zealand to use custom VR programmes for firefighter training, enhancing readiness for emergencies.
Consumers 'creeped out' by IoT devices as distrust reigns supreme
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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iot
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smart home
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data privacy
A new Internet Society study reveals 63% of global consumers find IoT devices, like smart TVs and security cameras, 'creepy' due to privacy concerns.
Thunderstruck! All your essential computer ports in one tiny device
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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elgato
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thunderbolt
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accessories
Simplify your workstation with Elgato's Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock, combining USB, HDMI, Ethernet, and DisplayPort in one compact device.
Docker & Sumo Logic team up for better application performance
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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virtualisation
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data analytics
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martech
Docker and Sumo Logic have teamed up to enhance application performance monitoring, offering joint customers improved diagnostics and faster release cycles.
Blockchain, edge, AI & ML - Microsoft goes all-out for devs
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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semiconductors
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devops
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public cloud
Microsoft reveals an array of new Azure services aimed at empowering developers with AI, blockchain, IoT, and mixed reality, ahead of Microsoft Build.
Dutch firm wants to restore Notre Dame by 3D printing it
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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printing
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3d printing
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retail
A Dutch firm, Concr3de, proposes using 3D printing with recycled Notre Dame rubble to restore the iconic Parisian cathedral, blending history with modern tech.
From robots to ruins: Anki goes bust
Wed, 1st May 2019
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robots
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smart home
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home robots
You may have seen the quickly little robots called Vector and Cozmo - well, their creators are now out of a job.
Data for Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre to launch in Melbourne
Wed, 1st May 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Swinburne University of Technology is launching a new Data for Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre (CIC), powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Security alert: More than 2 million IoT devices are now junk
Wed, 1st May 2019
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smart home
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f-secure
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security vulnerabilities
Over two million IoT devices, including security cameras and baby monitors, have critical security flaws, warns researcher Paul Marrapese.
'Data driven' is nothing more than a slogan for many businesses
Wed, 1st May 2019
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data analytics
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siem
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martech
Many companies tout being 'data driven', yet a new Splunk report reveals that 55% of their data remains 'dark,' unused and unanalysed.
Tech firm creates first 3D-printed IoT device
Wed, 1st May 2019
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iot
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smart home
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3d printing
It was printed, assembled, and tested in less than one day – much faster than traditional non-3D printed devices where the process can take up to two weeks.
Mozilla launches home IoT platform designed for Raspberry Pi
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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iot
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smart home
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wireless networks
Mozilla unveils WebThings, an open IoT platform running on Raspberry Pi, promising enhanced smart home control, privacy, and security with new features.
Almost half of storage devices for sale contain personal info, study finds
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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storage
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smart home
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breach prevention
Nearly half of second-hand storage devices still contain sensitive personal data, a Blancco and Ontrack study reveals, highlighting data erasure failures.
Cisco arms customers for the new era of Wi-Fi 6 & 5G
Tue, 30th Apr 2019
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uc
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semiconductors
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data analytics
Wi-Fi 6, also known as 802.11ax, is the newest and fastest available version of wireless internet technology to date.