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Does it pay to be a startup founder?
Compass Communications

Does it pay to be a startup founder?

New study reveals Silicon Valley startup founders earn less than $75k, challenging the high-flying tech mogul image.

By David Williams • 1 min read • Wed, 15th Jan 2014
Co-founders considering BlackBerry buy back bid
BlackBerry

Co-founders considering BlackBerry buy back bid

The two co-founders of the embattled smartphone manufacturer are considering making an offer to save the struggling company.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 14th Oct 2013
Kiwi firm Livelink links up with Oz email solutions provider
Email

Kiwi firm Livelink links up with Oz email solutions provider

Livelink Connect has merged with the Australian operations of Rocketseed, a London headquartered international provider of email media and branding solutions.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2013
An IT trend too far as SMBs struggle
Cloud Services

An IT trend too far as SMBs struggle

One of the biggest IT challenges for SMBs across ANZ is trying to keep up with new trends such as cloud and mobility.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2013
Will Jobs movie be biggest Apple release of 2013?
Apple

Will Jobs movie be biggest Apple release of 2013?

As WWDC wraps, the Steve Jobs biopic emerges, potentially outshining Apple's tech releases. Will it captivate or divide opinions?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2013
LinkedIn celebrates 10 years
LinkedIn

LinkedIn celebrates 10 years

Ten years ago, I co-founded LinkedIn in my living room with the mission of connecting the world's professionals to make them more productive and successful.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 20th May 2013
Vend raises $8 million from ANZ investors
Marketing Technologies

Vend raises $8 million from ANZ investors

The online point of sale software company raises new capital, with half of the funds committed from new investors across the region.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 16th May 2013
Serko plans NZ stock exchange listing
Serko

Serko plans NZ stock exchange listing

Auckland software company Serko plans to list on the New Zealand and Australian Stock Exchanges before September this year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2013
NZ-owned Fronde acquires Aussie OnlineOne
IT services

NZ-owned Fronde acquires Aussie OnlineOne

Wellington-based ICT company says deal will allow leverage of NetSuite capability into the New Zealand market.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2013
Telecom acquires Revera for $96.5 million
Unified Communications

Telecom acquires Revera for $96.5 million

Telco ramps up its data centre and cloud offer with conditional agreement to acquire privately-owned Kiwi IT company.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2013
Wii U finally outsells PS3…in Japan
Gaming

Wii U finally outsells PS3…in Japan

Although many believe the Wii U to be a generation of console all on its own, the events of the past week might change a few minds.

By Brendan Kelly • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Apr 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Kiwi student mixing it with IT giants
Microsoft

Kiwi student mixing it with IT giants

A University of Waikato PhD student will take part in a global computer coding exercise backed by some of the biggest technology names in the world.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2013
Kiwi Start-Up launches mobile lock-screen advertising
Marketing Technologies

Kiwi Start-Up launches mobile lock-screen advertising

This November, Kiwi tech start-up Little Lot will be the first to release full screen mobile advertising on the lock-screen in the New Zealand market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2013
Punakaiki Fund seeks $50m for NZ tech investment
Information Communication & Technology

Punakaiki Fund seeks $50m for NZ tech investment

Investment company releases prospectus for initial public offering, hoping to raise $50m to invest in New Zealand's internet and technology sectors.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 22nd Aug 2013
Jobs movie set for NZ release
Gaming

Jobs movie set for NZ release

Steve Jobs biopic hits NZ screens on Aug 29, starring Ashton Kutcher. A tale of innovation, expect an epic portrayal and giveaways.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 9th Aug 2013
Schools get doodling
Google

Schools get doodling

More than $10,000 in technology equipment is up for grabs in the 2013 Doodle 4 Google competition, which is now open for registration.

By Rebecca Wood • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2013
Vague Vivid appoints interim CEO
Vivid Networks

Vague Vivid appoints interim CEO

Vivid Solutions names Miles Smith as interim CEO following Simon Hayden's departure, setting the stage for new management era.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Apr 2013
Enprise Solutions wins MYOB 2012 Excellence in Business Development NZ
Fintech

Enprise Solutions wins MYOB 2012 Excellence in Business Development NZ

Long-term MYOB partner Enprise Solutions awarded the annual MYOB Enterprise Solutions Partner Excellence in Business Development New Zealand 2012 award.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2013