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3 reasons why telecom operators should store historical data right now

Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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Big Data technologies, cloud services and price drops in storage disks have made it possible to store huge datasets.
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Endace targets DDOS-backed security breaches

Thu, 2nd Jun 2016
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network infrastructure
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It's essential to ensure network monitoring infrastructure can record without loss, even under the of loads you would experience during a DDOS attack.
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NZ data management firm G3 Group reports 12% profit increase, eyeing market expansion

Wed, 1st Jun 2016
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document management
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ecm
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fintech
Document management firm G3 Group has reported a 12% increase in profit of $2.14 million and is set to raise capital for expansion plans.
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Subscription economy driving significant shift for Aussie businesses

Wed, 25th May 2016
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data analytics
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Consumer preferences are changing, driving a significant shift for Australian businesses, according to a survey by Zuora.
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Google's Daydream VR initiative will drive mobile VR headset dominance

Tue, 24th May 2016
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ar, vr & metaverse
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opinion
While initially disappointing, the announcement of Daydream VR sets the stage for mobile VR to shine in the numerous ways.
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HP's new Jet Fusion 3D Printers change the conversation

Tue, 24th May 2016
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3d printing
HP shakes up 3D printing with high-speed Jet Fusion printers, aiming to revolutionise manufacturing. #TechNews #3DPrinting.
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Australian retailers losing sales by ignoring customer privacy issues

Mon, 23rd May 2016
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network security
A panel has highlighted the dangers facing retailers about ineffective management of data and its damaging effects on customer trust & confidence.
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Kiwi companies aren't prepared for DDoS attacks

Thu, 19th May 2016
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it professionals
Most Kiwi firms are exposed to crippling DDoS attacks, with over 70% targeted last year and half suffering data theft, reports reveal.
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Consumer-Centric Ecosystems for Consumer Goods Manufacturers and Retailers

Fri, 13th May 2016
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opinion
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analyst report
Consumer-centric ecosystems will enable manufacturers, retailers & consumers to experience the digital acquisition of goods and services.
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Ransomware is not a 'malware problem' - it's a criminal business model

Thu, 12th May 2016
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malware
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network infrastructure
Today Unit 42 published its latest paper on ransomware. It has quickly become one of the greatest cyberthreats facing organisations around the world.
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Software-defined data centre technology taking the world by storm

Thu, 5th May 2016
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virtualisation
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healthtech
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cloud services
Sophisticated security technologies are boosting interest in software-defined data centers, with 93% of executives recognizing their benefits.
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HPE aims storage portfolio directly at market disruption

Wed, 4th May 2016
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storage
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apm
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) has the necessary pieces to capitalise on the current disruption hitting the storage world.
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Analyst opinion: Future looking rosy for mobile-only operators

Wed, 27th Apr 2016
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
The number of mobile-only Internet users in the US is growing due to affordability issues, challenging traditional broadband thinking.
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Service providers a weak link in cybersecurity

Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Businesses that allow their service providers to access sensitive data are at risk of a cyberattack, warns consulting firm Protiviti.
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Does IT have a number of issues seemingly on eternal repeat?

Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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digital transformation
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cloud services
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opinion
IT's obsession with replacing old technology with new is like diet fads. Cloud-only strategies leave no room for moderation, says Gartner analyst.
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Cyber crims ditch financial markets, set sights on retail sector

Thu, 21st Apr 2016
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malware
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cybersecurity
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cyber criminal
Retail sector now the most targeted by cyber criminals, surpassing finance sector, according to NTT 2016 Global Threat Intelligence Report.
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Analyst Opinion: Cloud HCM gathers momentum for enterprises

Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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saas
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hcm
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cloud services
Following customer-facing applications, human capital management (HCM) systems are transitioning rapidly to a cloud-delivered SaaS model.
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Encryption in 2016: Are you the key master?

Tue, 19th Apr 2016
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encryption
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cloud security
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data encryption
In a world where perimeter security measures have proven ineffective in stopping data breaches, encryption is the only way to truly make data secure.
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Analyst Opinion: Operators make roaming more transparent and affordable

Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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opinion
Mobile roaming sheds its 'secret' tag as operators slash costs, wooing globetrotters with clear, wallet-friendly rates.
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Job Well Done: Making child's play of household chores

Mon, 18th Apr 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
A team from Startup Weekend Dunedin has created a game to make household chores fun and rewarding for kids and parents.