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Nadella confident future data centres will be underwater

Sat, 3rd Nov 2018
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In June this year Microsoft stretched the boundaries of data centres by dumping one in the sea and Nadella says there will be many more.
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Aussie blockchain firm Power Ledger wins XTC 2018

Mon, 29th Oct 2018
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An Australian blockchain firm scooped up first place at the Extreme Tech Challenge at Sir Richard Branson's private island in the British Virgin Islands.
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Oracle unveils business-ready blockchain applications

Fri, 26th Oct 2018
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Oracle Blockchain Applications enable customers to track products through the supply chain on a distributed ledger.
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Paessler and Sigfox partner for IoT monitoring solution

Wed, 17th Oct 2018
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PRTG Network Monitor provides real-time visibility of the IT infrastructure associated with Sigfox's dedicated network.
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Ten key steps to secure industrial control systems

Thu, 11th Oct 2018
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As cyberattacks on critical infrastructure rise, securing industrial control systems with ten key steps is more urgent than ever for Australian utilities.
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The impact of IoT on the IT department

Fri, 28th Sep 2018
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IoT will have a significant impact on IT departments, requiring closer collaboration and new policies, according to SolarWinds Head Geek Patrick Hubbard.
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Predictive analytics: Not as hard as you'd think

Thu, 23rd Aug 2018
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Predictive analytics may sound futuristic, but its benefits can be within reach for all businesses, not just the big players.
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DC Two set to build Australia's first solar-powered data center

Wed, 8th Aug 2018
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The data center is currently being built in Collie, which is 200 kilometres south of Perth, in Western Australia.
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SolarWinds acquires Trusted Metrics, adds threat monitoring offering for MSSPs

Wed, 11th Jul 2018
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The acquisition will allow SolarWinds to offer a new security software product, dubbed SolarWinds Threat Monitor.
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Tenable launches solution to secure infrastructure across converged IT/OT environments

Wed, 13th Jun 2018
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Converged environments contain a mix of IT and OT devices and systems that demand a holistic approach to cybersecurity.
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ActiveImage taps ex-Acronis vet to head technical sales

Fri, 8th Jun 2018
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Zimin has over 10 years of experience in sales engineering for global vendors, with just under 10 year at Acronis.
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Microsoft launches ground-breaking undersea data centre in Scotland

Thu, 7th Jun 2018
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Microsoft has successfully deployed a revolutionary data centre with tech based on a submarine that is now processing workloads on the seafloor.
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Data center sustainability: The hunt for renewables is on at an enterprise level

Tue, 5th Jun 2018
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Ten years ago, you wouldn't be able to source a utility-scale solar project that was cost-neutral to the price of utility power. Today it's possible.
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SolarWinds upgrades network management solution

Thu, 24th May 2018
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SolarWinds has revamped its network management solutions, enhancing scalability by four times and adding features to greatly simplify IT professionals' tasks.
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Exclusive: 'Bad guys aren't so bad' as cryptomining is a sign of conscience

Tue, 22nd May 2018
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Cryptomining is now a more popular method of cybercrime than ransomware but expert Tim Brown says this isn't a bad thing as it causes less harm.
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GDPR a 'phenomenally powerful' opportunity if done right

Thu, 17th May 2018
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​There's no doubt you've been drowning in GDPR recently but we were able to break away from the hype and speak with THE expert on the matter.
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Mercury acquires stake in Tilt Renewables after poor wind conditions drive FY loss

Mon, 14th May 2018
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Mercury NZ acquires a 19.99% stake in Tilt Renewables for AUD $143.9 million following a FY18 loss of AUD $2.8 million, driven by poor wind conditions.
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How NZ businesses aim to future-proof their fleets with EVs

Tue, 17th Apr 2018
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New Zealand businesses are increasingly embracing more sustainable transport options to get their employees from A to B.
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Cloud the top transformative tech and main cause of challenges

Mon, 16th Apr 2018
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SolarWinds has released its annual report that delves into IT departments to reveal their priorities for digital transformation moving forward.
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Apple now powered by 100% renewable energy - will suppliers follow suit?

Tue, 10th Apr 2018
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The company also announced that nine additional manufacturing partners have committed to power all of their Apple production with 100% clean energy.