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Vodafone NZ update: demand for internet remains 'incredibly high'

Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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Vodafone NZ reports a 60% rise in voice calls and a 688% increase in video conferencing tool usage amid New Zealand's level 4 lockdown.
Collaboration

COVID-19: Google Cloud, IBM and others join forces to bolster economic recovery

Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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Rolls-Royce announces Emer2gent, a coalition including Google Cloud and IBM, to leverage data analytics for global COVID-19 economic recovery efforts.
Video conferencing

8x8 announces new video conferencing tool with emphasis on security

Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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8x8 has unveiled Video MeetingsPro, a security-focused video conferencing tool powered by Jitsi and hosted on Oracle Cloud, amidst rising remote work demands.
World tech

UN and Hackster.io partner up to take on COVID-19 in developing countries

Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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The UNDP and Hackster.io have teamed up to launch a challenge aiming to innovate affordable tech solutions to combat COVID-19 in developing nations.
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Unprepared: Many work-from-home policies only created in last 30 days

Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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Half of employers created work from home policies in the last 30 days, according to new research, raising concerns over lack of preparation.
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Microsoft partners with Brisbane startup GO1 for Teams integration

Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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Microsoft has partnered with Brisbane startup GO1 to launch the GO1 Microsoft Teams app, providing a seamless learning experience for users.
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Zscaler announces acquisition of Cloudneeti, doubling down on data protection

Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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Zscaler plans to acquire Cloudneeti, a Cloud Security Posture Management firm, to enhance data protection on its Cloud Security Platform.
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LogRhythm expands leadership team with new CRO

Fri, 10th Apr 2020
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LogRhythm appoints Mitchell Rowe as new CRO, bolstering its leadership team. Rowe, ex-Ivanti CRO, aims to drive global sales and customer satisfaction.
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NAKIVO launches new backup functionality for Office 365 & Oracle RMAN

Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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Two latest releases introduce new features to NAKIVO Backup & Replication: reliable backup and recovery for Oracle databases and Office 365 application data.
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SAS named as one of Asia's Best Workplaces for 2020

Wed, 8th Apr 2020
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The award recognises SAS' corporate culture through means such as creativity, inclusivity, innovation, and work/life balance, and the impact on employees.
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SUNeVision launches new Azure ExpressRoute site in Hong Kong

Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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SUNeVision has launched a new Azure ExpressRoute site in Hong Kong, enhancing data transfer performance and security for customers across Asia.
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Genesys releases Rapid Response to support businesses during COVID-19

Tue, 7th Apr 2020
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Genesys has launched Rapid Response, granting businesses access to its cloud services in 48 hours, easing remote transitions during COVID-19.
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AWS Marketplace & Data Exchange open to ANZ channel partners

Fri, 3rd Apr 2020
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ISVs, consulting partners, and data providers are now able to leverage AWS Marketplace and AWS Data Exchange for transactions.
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COVID-19 employment engagement surveys released

Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Free templates for emergency response employment engagement surveys have been created to help support organisations throughout the COVID-19 outbreak.
Wi fi router

NZ telcos to provide essential repair services using 'no contact' model

Thu, 26th Mar 2020
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New Zealand telcos to offer essential modem and phone repairs via 'no-contact' collection as lockdown starts, ensuring connectivity during alert level four.
3d printing

HP mobilises 3D printing resources to provide critical COVID-19 equipment

Wed, 25th Mar 2020
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HP harnesses 3D printing to supply hospitals battling COVID-19 with essential equipment. Over 1,000 parts delivered; plans for global distribution.
Remote working

AIIA launches remote-working portal with support of Federal Government

Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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The Australian Information Industry Association, with Federal Government backing, launched a portal today to aid remote working amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Check your home network: Demand will congest internet during COVID-19 lockdown

Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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Kiwis are urged to prepare home networks for potential congestion as data demand is set to surge during New Zealand's COVID-19 lockdown.
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Hootsuite offers free pro plan to non profits and SMBs during COVID-19

Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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Hootsuite is offering free access to its pro plan for non-profits and small businesses until 1 July 2020 amid the COVID-19 crisis.
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COVID-19: Google and Facebook must step up to help businesses

Fri, 20th Mar 2020
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Online ad giants urged to aid tourism operators hit by COVID-19. Arival research calls on Google and Facebook to offer advertising credit.