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Further delays for Mega listing

Wed, 1st Oct 2014
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Mega's backdoor listing faces more delays, now set for a late Nov deadline amid regulatory consultations, extending uncertainty for TRS Investments' $210m deal.
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Westcon adds virtual desktop to cloud stable

Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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Westcon adds Cloud DC's OfficeBox to its cloud product range, a virtual desktop offering accessible on multiple devices.
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Why Alibaba's plans for global expansion is a 'long-term play'

Tue, 23rd Sep 2014
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Alibaba's quest for global expansion faces stiff competition in Europe and North America, marking it a 'long-term play' in the digital market.
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Microsoft initiates Round Two of jobs cuts... Lays off 2,100 staff

Sat, 20th Sep 2014
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In a bid to streamline post-Nokia buy, Microsoft lays off 2,100, with 747 in Washington, marking its largest jobs cull since 2009.
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Snakk goes for gold with Google exec hire...

Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Snakk Media clinches a monumental recruit in Bob Mohan from Google, aiming to amplify growth with his vast experience in mergers and IPOs.
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Trade Me ramps up payment process with Wellington-based startup acquisition

Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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Trade Me to acquire Paystation, a Wellington-based online credit card processing and payments gateway, along with two other related companies.
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Westcon “masters of own destiny” following cloud acquisition

Mon, 8th Sep 2014
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Westcon takes control of its digital destiny after acquiring Verecloud, signalling a new era in cloud distribution and innovation.
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Westcon Group 'lights up' the channel with cloud business acquisition

Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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Westcon Group acquires Verecloud's assets to strengthen its Cloud Solutions Practice & generate revenue for VARs.
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Data centre security: Moving beyond prevention...

Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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When it comes to gateway and data centre security, there's one aspect grabbing attention – and it's not a specific technology, as Heather Wright discovers.
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Acronis buys back up firm to bolster cloud offering

Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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Acronis acquires BackupAgent to enhance its cloud backup services, promising advanced data protection for service providers.
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New Veeam NZ head sets sight on Kiwi channel growth

Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Ross Cranston steps into the role at Veeam NZ, eyeing growth in Kiwi channel partnerships and regional expansion.
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Indonesian state owned telco to buy into 2degrees

Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Indonesia's telecom giant Telkom set to acquire a 27% share in New Zealand's 2degrees, strengthening its presence in the Asia Pacific.
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Cisco Capital… Changing paradigms of technology financing

Mon, 25th Aug 2014
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Cisco Capital revolutionises tech financing, addressing economic and tech shifts in Asia Pacific with innovative leasing options.
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Spark momentum gathers pace as Kiwis warm to strategic change

Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Spark New Zealand's strategic focus on customers bolsters momentum, promising net earnings growth with a surge in mobile and IT services.
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More on me: Deidre Steyn, ICONZ Webvisions

Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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It may have been a long and winding road to get there, but for Deidre Steyn, the technology industry was always going to be a natural fit for her talents.
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Vodafone leaves telematic trail with Italian Cobra acquisition

Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Vodafone enhances global telematics footprint with the acquisition of Italy's Cobra, promising superior connected car services.
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Spark Digital CEO 'fired up' about digital future...

Fri, 8th Aug 2014
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Spark Digital CEO Tim Miles is fired up about Gen-i's rebrand. He talks to Heather Wright about the genesis of Spark and leadership.
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French distie acquires WhiteGold...

Wed, 6th Aug 2014
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Exclusive Networks acquires 70% of WhiteGold Solutions, marking its first foray outside EMEA with sights set on APAC expansion.
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Sue You! … Microsoft takes Samsung to court

Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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Microsoft has filed legal action against Samsung, accusing the South Korean tech giant of breaching a contract.
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'Freedom still exists'... Revera CEO praises Telecom acquisition

Mon, 4th Aug 2014
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Chief executive Robin Cockayne sits down with Heather Wright to talk about the Telecom acquisition, standing in rivers and dinner in the Cockayne household.