America stories
Trend Micro report: America tops global cyber risk index
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Trend Micro’s 2024 Cyber Risk Report highlights America as the top-risk nation, citing vulnerabilities in banking and critical infrastructure sectors.
Brits lose GBP £1.2m to credit card fraud in 2022, says Uswitch report
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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data privacy
A report by Uswitch noted that UK citizens lost GBP £1.2 million to credit card fraud in 2022, with an emphasis on thefts in Ireland and America.
Half of firms yet to adopt AI for business, reveals Valcon's study
Wed, 22nd Nov 2023
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Over half of surveyed businesses haven't adopted AI in their operations, despite recognising its benefits, says Valcon.
Exclusive: How Blackpearl continues to sail through the storm
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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In an exclusive interview with Nick Lissette, Chief Executive Officer of Blackpearl, we gained insights into the remarkable journey of Blackpearl.
Elsight comms helps Airobotics win drone flying approval
Thu, 7th Sep 2023
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robots
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network infrastructure
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drones
Elsight's system helps US company Airobotics win US FAA approval to fly drones in urban areas in a step forward for the commercial drone industry.
Paymentology and Mastercard partner to foster financial inclusion
Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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commerce systems
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partner programmes
The partnership will ensure a more robust financial ecosystem in Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, by helping the population access the digital economy.
CenturyLink makes serious upgrade to its network connectivity options
Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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colocation
CenturyLink expands network connectivity options across its data center portfolio, offering 99 carriers and providers across 58 facilities worldwide.
Netflix still keeping mum about ratings
Thu, 23rd Jun 2016
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digital entertainment
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Netflix maintains a code of silence around it's data, occasionally teasing the entertainment industry with snippets of information.
NZ dollar tumbles after strong US jobs data increases chances of Fed hike in June
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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currencies
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payroll
The New Zealand dollar fell to its lowest in more than three weeks as the greenback soared after better-than-expected US jobs data boosted speculation.
Microsoft names new global Channel Chief
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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partners
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extend
Company veteran replaces Jon Roskill, who served for three years as corporate vice president of the company’s Worldwide Partner Group.
Lenovo opens US manufacturing line
Mon, 10th Jun 2013
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Lenovo launches its first US PC manufacturing line in North Carolina, creating 115 new jobs and challenging the trend of overseas electronics production.
Lenovo looking at BlackBerry takeover?
Wed, 13th Mar 2013
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smartphones
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blackberry
Computer maker CEO says company may consider an acquisition of Canadian firm at some point in the future, causing shares to rally.
Just put the mouse down and step away from the computer
Tue, 12th Mar 2013
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cyber attacks
China seeks cyber peace with US, urging cooperation over conflict after hacking claims, despite US's skepticism.
Facebook loses 1.4m US users
Mon, 21st Jan 2013
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social media
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Facebook lost 1.4 million US users over Christmas, leaving experts to ponder if digital detoxing and social media fatigue are driving the exodus.
Samsung scraps Windows RT U.S. tablet plans
Mon, 14th Jan 2013
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microsoft
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windows
South Korean company cancels plans to release Windows RT device across America as retail partners 'don't see strong demand.'.
Microsoft rings in New Year with retail boost
Thu, 3rd Jan 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft unveils expansion of its retail stores across America, bolstering its 2012 success with new locations announced.
Cancel before the storm
Mon, 29th Oct 2012
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Google postpones Android event scheduled for today due to concerns over the impending Hurricane Sandy across New York.
The business lunch question
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
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A Kiwi entrepreneur is bringing LetsLunch, a US networking site for business lunches, to New Zealand, creating unique opportunities for corporate professionals.
HP TouchPad price queried
Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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hp
HP faces scrutiny over TouchPad pricing as its NZD $799 and $949 models are significantly higher compared to US prices, despite factors like GST and freight.
Apple among Hulu tyre-kickers
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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itunes
Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.