Banking stories - Page 61

Company raises new capital from a range of US and New Zealand investors, including existing shareholders Matrix Capital Management and the Peter Thiel.

Xero, the cloud-based accounting firm whose shares have soared 150 percent this year, said first-half sales almost doubled as it continued to chase cu.

Company hits 200,000 customers, closes new channel deals and appoints three new executives - one of which was previous Microsoft New Zealand CTO.

A journalist's close call with a cunning Facebook phishing scam highlights the perils of unfamiliar friend requests and the need for vigilance.

Company set to reveal plans to move into the cloud-computing market, cemented by partnerships with Microsoft and Salesforce.com.

IT resellers should look beyond their industry to grow, says GeoOp's Leanne Graham. Partnering with accountants to resell cloud apps can yield high margins.

Microsoft, in concert with the FBI and global authorities, has dismantled over a thousand botnets behind USD $500 million in financial fraud.

Xero, the cloud-based accounting firm, widened its annual loss in line with is guidance while using cash reserves to double revenue and paying custome.

Rakon's losses soar to $32.8m as it writes down assets in China and NZ, hitting the lower end of its downgraded earnings forecast.

MYOB Finance NZ Ltd signs agreement to purchase BankLink from Media Transfer Services for $136m, positioning them for growth in cloud accounting.

Bitdefender claims the month of June will see cars, motorbikes and electronics shoppers at most risk of escrow fraud.

90% of game hacks infected with malware, putting gamers, especially young ones, at risk of cyber threats, unveils AVG study.

Xero has doubled annual sales as its customer numbers continued to surge and said it expects an annual loss of below $15 million.

Scammers target holidaymakers with spammed malware through flight and hotel deals, hitting a high of 6% of all spam. Stay vigilant!.

Fresh from becoming New Zealand's latest billion dollar company, Xero has announced the appointment of Stuart McLean as it's new chief revenue officer.

China refutes US hacking claims, deeming accusations by Mandiant as scientifically flawed amid a heated cyber espionage row.

Telecom cuts data roaming costs dramatically, introducing a flat daily rate for travellers, starting 21 December. Say goodbye to bill shocks!.

Offering consumers protection of their digital lives on all Windows 8 compatible devices at home or on the go.

Stolen banking details surge sparks need for online shopping safety. Discover crucial tips from Microsoft on securing your transactions.

As another year begins, now is the time for IT departments to look at how they can best mitigate security risks.