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Microsoft Student Accelerator event kicks off in Auckland
Wed, 23rd Mar 2016
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The 2016 Microsoft Student Accelerator event in Auckland will see Kiwi students pitch their inventions to a judging panel, including the US Ambassador.
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Student information software in hot demand
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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Student information systems are being more readily adopted by schools, thanks largely to advancements in cloud computing and the growth of mobiles.
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Readify tackles the IT skills shortage in Australia
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Readify pioneers graduate programme against Oz IT shortage, merging industry and academia to foster tech talent.
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Blackboard recognises Maori as one of NZ's official languages
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Blackboard releases Maori version of Bb Student, enabling students to stay updated on their academic progress.
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Gamification in schools on the rise
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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Gamification is becoming an increasingly common learning technique in schools to help students develop new, transferable problem solving skills.
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ENZ boosts student engagement with improved website
Fri, 13th Nov 2015
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Education New Zealand (ENZ) has launched new website pages and rolled out a number of improvements as part of its aim to deliver meaningful content.
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Do parents hold the key to Kiwi students' success?
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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The strongest educational resource available to Kiwi kids is cultural expectations, closely followed by physical resources, according to a new study.
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There's a new initiative in town, with big plans for Kiwi students
Thu, 1st Oct 2015
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A new initiative has launched in New Zealand, with the aim of getting Kiwi students excited about technology - aptly named OMGTech!.
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What's more important than tech? Reading and maths skills
Thu, 24th Sep 2015
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Technology can be a useful tool to improve students’ learning outcomes and prepare them for the modern world - but it can be an empty investment.
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Helping your students become successful in business
Mon, 21st Sep 2015
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By becoming familiar with the business essentials now, students will be set up for business success in the future.
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OneNet takes out first prize at University of Auckland
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
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OneNet wins top prize at University of Auckland's InfoSys345 project. Third successive win for cloud computing company.
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How much Apple business will Renaissance keep?
Thu, 16th Dec 2010
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Renaissance set to face hefty losses, with estimates showing a potential slim down to $55-60m in Apple business as Ingram Micro enters the fray.
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Video: The Kiwi Computer Challenge
Thu, 16th Dec 2010
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New Zealand launches the Kiwi Computer Challenge to boost IT skills nationwide, aiming for 1 million certified Kiwis by 2015.
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2degrees launches all you can eat mobile plan
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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2degrees offers New Zealanders unlimited national calls for a fixed monthly fee of $149, with no contract required.
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Mobile app revenue to rocket 60% by 2014
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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IDC predicts massive growth in revenues for mobile apps as they move to new platforms such as tablets and TVs.
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AspireTel acquires Dot Net
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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AspireTel expands its horizon by acquiring Dot Net in a strategic move aimed at boosting customer revenues and services.
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Clouds will reign in 2011
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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In 2011, the cloud will transform business operations and IT's role, with CA Technologies leading the charge towards a more agile, secure future.
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Windows 8 tablet tipped for CES
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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Microsoft Chief Executive Steve Ballmer January's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is already shaping up to be one to watch.
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Official - ‘Keep your number’ ruling extended
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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New Zealand's Commerce Commission has extended the current arrangement for number portability for another six years.
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Simms ticks the OptiPlex box
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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Simms International broadens its Dell catalogue with OptiPlex desktops, enhancing its offering to authorised resellers from Jan 2011.
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YouTube reveals 2010's most-watched
Tue, 14th Dec 2010
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YouTube's 2010 rewind reveals a global watchlist led by the viral Bed Intruder Song, showcasing the platform's role in shaping digital culture.
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Hitachi Data Systems sets up in Adelaide
Tue, 14th Dec 2010
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Hitachi Data Systems expands into Adelaide, opening an office led by newly appointed Chris Clarkson, marking significant growth in Australia.
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Google apologises to New Zealanders
Tue, 14th Dec 2010
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Google says sorry to NZ over Wi-Fi data collection, removes equipment from Street View cars following Privacy Commissioner's probe.
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UFB rollout begins today in Whangarei
Tue, 14th Dec 2010
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The rollout of ultra fast broadband in New Zealand is a go, with the first fibre being laid at Manaia View School.