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PlayStation to release 'Back Button' for DualShock controller

Thu, 19th Dec 2019
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Sony PlayStation is launching a new Back Button Attachment for DualShock 4, arriving with limited stock and restricted to the US and Canada from 23 January.
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Wontok: Are e-wallets a threat to society?

Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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As e-wallets gain popularity, criminals find new ways to exploit our behaviours and beliefs. Are we trading convenience for vulnerability?.
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Veritec appoints Melanie Milsom as new partner manager

Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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She will be responsible for developing and driving the company's partner strategy with specific responsibility for the company's Microsoft relationship.
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2020 Prediction: The rise of meaningful communication

Fri, 13th Dec 2019
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Influential technologies in 2020 include the evolution of bots, real-time engagement, cybersecurity, AI sales, trust, and 5G.
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2K Games' new studio Cloud Chamber will develop next BioShock game

Wed, 11th Dec 2019
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Cloud Chamber has already started work on the next BioShock game, which is expected to spend several years in development, according to 2K.
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Snowflake furthers AWS integration with AI/ML certification

Mon, 9th Dec 2019
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Snowflake strengthens ties with AWS by achieving AI/ML Competency status, enhancing its cloud data platform's integration and customer experience.
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NZ takes #2 spot in best markets for women entrepreneurs

Thu, 28th Nov 2019
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New Zealand is second only to the United States for being the most conducive country to women's entrepreneurship, a new report from Mastercard revealed today.
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eBay sells out: Viagogo buys ticketing platform StubHub for billions

Tue, 26th Nov 2019
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eBay has ridded itself of its massive ticketing marketplace StubHub – and sold it to controversial ticketing platform viagogo.
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Women in Payments Symposium recognises leaders & rising stars

Tue, 26th Nov 2019
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The awards included five categories: Emerging Leader, Innovation, Thought Leader, Advocate for Women, and Distinguished Payments Professional.
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Stevie Awards for Women in Business winners announced

Mon, 18th Nov 2019
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The 16th Annual Stevie Awards for Women in Business celebrated women executives globally, with over 1,500 nominations and attendees from four continents.
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Finally, the esports battleground is safer and fairer for everyone

Thu, 7th Nov 2019
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Finally, the esports industry has something of a universal code of conduct when it comes to fair play and fun.
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Cohesity nabs Veritas exec for chief revenue role

Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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Michael Cremen appointed chief revenue officer for data management company Cohesity, bringing 25 years of experience in the industry.
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Adobe provides a 'jolt' of inspiration through Amazon Alexa

Mon, 4th Nov 2019
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Adobe launches a new Alexa skill, the Inspiration Engine, providing creatives with inspiring quotes, exercises, and visual prompts to spark imagination.
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Security industry riddled with gender diversity issues & burnout

Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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Gender and racial disparities persist in the cybersecurity industry, with over 91% of professionals identifying as male, according to a survey by Exabeam.
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Razer fits latest gaming laptop with infrared keyboard tech

Thu, 17th Oct 2019
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Razer's new gaming laptop has opted for optical keyboard technologies designed to register faster key presses and more commands in the heat of the battle.
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Game review: NHL 20 (PS4)

Tue, 8th Oct 2019
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EA Sports' NHL 20 on PS4 captures the speed and excitement of ice hockey with improved mechanics, making it engaging and easy to pick up.
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IDC lowers cloud spending forecast amidst global slowdown

Mon, 30th Sep 2019
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IDC has lowered its forecast for total cloud infrastructure spending for 2019 as the market enters a slowdown period.
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Steady growth for smart home devices, IDC says

Wed, 25th Sep 2019
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Global smart home device shipments to hit 815 million in 2019 with a 23.5% growth rate, projections show 1.39 billion units by 2023, according to IDC.
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Rapid data growth becoming major business challenge

Thu, 19th Sep 2019
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StorageCraft research reveals rampant data growth, and inadequate IT infrastructures are a source of global concern and risk.
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20 by 2020: Oracle Cloud's ambitious global expansion

Wed, 18th Sep 2019
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Oracle has bold plans to launch 20 new cloud regions by 2020, equating to one region every 33 days for the next 15 months.