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Consumers choose free public Wi-Fi over security
Fintech

Consumers choose free public Wi-Fi over security

Brits unaware of security risks on public Wi-Fi, says AARP report. Thousands at risk of hacking personal data. #cybersecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
What are SMEs using the internet for?
Marketing Technologies

What are SMEs using the internet for?

The penetration of technology and eCommerce is increasingly pronounced in small and medium enterprises (SMEs).

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2015
Trend Micro updates security ahead of Windows 10
Data Protection

Trend Micro updates security ahead of Windows 10

Trend Micro has launched a new, fully compatible security solution, Trend Micro Security 10, ahead of the Windows 10 release.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015
Enterprise media gateways in high demand
Unified Communications

Enterprise media gateways in high demand

Enterprise media gateways, also known as the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) gateways, are growing in demand in a number of industries.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2015
Xero to double turnover to $200M this year, says CEO Rod Drury
Fintech

Xero to double turnover to $200M this year, says CEO Rod Drury

New Zealand accounting software pioneer Xero expects to double global revenue to more than $200 million in the year to March 2016.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
Cloud computing to reach $70 billion worldwide
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Cloud computing to reach $70 billion worldwide

The number of new cloud-based solutions will triple in the next four to five years, according to new predictions from IDC.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 22nd Jul 2015
Mobile devices tearing up printing and scanning landscape
Document Management

Mobile devices tearing up printing and scanning landscape

The printing, scanning and document management landscape is changing due to the rise of smartphones and tablets, says IDC.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Jul 2015
Public Wi-Fi - how risky is it?
Wireless Networks

Public Wi-Fi - how risky is it?

Businesses unaware of risks when using public Wi-Fi, says F-Secure. Hackers can access email and financial data in minutes.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Jul 2015
Bitdefender uncovers global spam campaign
Malware

Bitdefender uncovers global spam campaign

Bitdefender has discovered a global spam campaign spreading banking Trojan Dyre, using various approaches to maximise damage.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Jul 2015
ICT NZ's fastest growing export sector
Information Communication & Technology

ICT NZ's fastest growing export sector

Technology is now New Zealand's third largest GDP export, with ICT's contribution growing by $1.282 billion from 2009 to 2013.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2015
Kiwi cloud companies, making tracks in London
Fintech

Kiwi cloud companies, making tracks in London

NZ tech rising: Kiwi cloud firms soar at London showcase, transforming small business operations with pioneering software.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 29th Jun 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Xero burns through the cash
Fintech

Xero burns through the cash

Xero burned through cash at a faster pace in the June quarter as it ramped up spending on rising staff, and marketing costs.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2015
Xero updates its Android app
Fintech

Xero updates its Android app

Xero has revamped its Xero Touch app for Android, embracing Google's material design standards to enhance user experience and support small businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2015
ANZ recruits first tech intern
Technology intern

ANZ recruits first tech intern

ANZ's Technology Internship programme is designed to showcase the range of employment opportunities at ANZ by giving WelTec students an inside look.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2015
Xero: Tracked Inventory working a treat for SMBs
Fintech

Xero: Tracked Inventory working a treat for SMBs

Xero's Tracked Inventory feature has been hailed as a game-changer for small businesses, offering an easy way to monitor stock levels and improve profits.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2015
Hackathon brings Kiwi kids into the world of IT
Fintech

Hackathon brings Kiwi kids into the world of IT

Kiwi high schoolers dive into digital futures with NZ's first junior hackathon, mentored by top IT industry experts.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Jul 2015
Xero appoints new CFO
Fintech

Xero appoints new CFO

Xero changed its recruitment tactics for senior executives earlier this year after the departure of two senior managers who weren't the right fit.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2015
Xero and Dropbox - the new power couple
Fintech

Xero and Dropbox - the new power couple

Xero and Dropbox announce a new partnership to streamline collaboration and accounting for small businesses, promising enhanced productivity and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2015