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Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
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With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.

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Cloud security: What you need to know before you make the move
Wed, 6th Mar 2019
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cloud security
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kordia
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ndi
Aura consultant discusses cloud security's vital strategies and misconceptions.
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Huawei to fight US allegations with their own lawsuit
Tue, 5th Mar 2019
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cloud services
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hyperscale
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public cloud
The lawyers are alleging that their client was detained, searched and interrogated for three hours in violation of constitutional rights.
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Supreme Court orders Oracle to return US$12.8 Million to Rimini Street
Tue, 5th Mar 2019
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oracle
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rimini street
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ndi
Rimini Street must be repaid $12.8 million by Oracle, following a US Supreme Court decision on non-taxable expenses.
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Which tech trends will influence the 2019 job market
Mon, 4th Mar 2019
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devops
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blockchain
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data science
From AI and machine learning to blockchain and data science, six tech trends are set to govern IT skills in demand this year.
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Exclusive: The world of invisible IT
Fri, 1st Mar 2019
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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converged infrastructure
Nutanix's VP shares vision for ANZ's enterprise IT future, IoT impact, and multicloud strategies.
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Overcoming the challenge of securing SD-WAN
Wed, 27th Feb 2019
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network management
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
SD-WAN is not easy to secure, according to Wavelink, as its benefits make it challenging. Built-in security tools are the best solution.
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Cisco lays out AU$61 million Australian investment plan
Tue, 26th Feb 2019
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digital transformation
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cisco
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cios
Cisco announced a plan to invest AU$61 million over the next three years to help drive Australia’s secure digital transformation.
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Why Australian employees are more digitally mature than their organisations
Mon, 25th Feb 2019
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
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accenture
Accenture's annual report predicts that success in the enterprise will be based on mastering new technologies, delivering personalised experiences.
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Opinion: Should Huawei be taking shots at its critics?
Mon, 25th Feb 2019
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iam
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opinion
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huawei
Huawei denies claims of pressuring companies in a letter sent to supporters of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI).
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Exclusive: Why businesses shouldn’t rely on a single cloud vendor
Mon, 25th Feb 2019
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data protection
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multi-cloud
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cios
Mimecast COO Ed Jennings shares insights on multi-cloud, the risks of relying on a single vendor, and preparing for cyber breaches and downtime.
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How automation can eliminate financial errors
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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it automation
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ai
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report
Nearly all C-level respondents agreed that if inaccuracies in financial data were not identified prior to reporting, the impact would be negative.
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Commerce Commission cautions consumers following High Court’s Viagogo decision
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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commerce commission
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court case
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viagogo
High Court denies interim injunction against Viagogo; buyers caution urged by Commerce Commission.
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NZ’s Maori innovators are on the rise
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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business
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callaghan innovation
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cios
Māori shine in innovation, Ian Taylor named NZ Innovator of the Year.
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Hands-on review: Audiofly AF100W MK2 wireless headphones
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital music
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reviews
With wireless Bluetooth supporting aptX and AAC, and an IPX-5 water resistance rating, the AF100W aims to be a fitness game-changer.
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Spark’s new IoT network reaches 98% of New Zealand
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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iot
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spark
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industrial iot
Spark NZ launches first nationwide Cat-M1 network, set to power IoT innovation for businesses.
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Exclusive: How Australian businesses can foster customer loyalty with CX
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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crm
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digital transformation
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cx
From boardrooms to meeting rooms, there’s an overwhelming recognition of the importance of CX, particularly when it comes to building customer loyalty.
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Exclusive: The impact of digitalisation and automation on the retail industry
Thu, 14th Feb 2019
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it automation
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inventory management systems
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digitalisation
The retail industry is changing to meet modern consumer demands, according to Zebra's regional Director and MyChemist director.
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How organisations can navigate the IoT era
Wed, 13th Feb 2019
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iot
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comptia
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report
IoT buzz challenges firms with integration hurdles, notes CompTIA study.
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How digital transformation efforts are commonly hindered
Mon, 11th Feb 2019
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digital transformation
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economist intelligence unit
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ndi
Two-thirds of private and public-sector organisations say they buy new systems and solutions without involving IT teams.
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Why there’s a surging demand for managed cloud services
Mon, 11th Feb 2019
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managed cloud
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idc
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analyst report
Cloud complexity soars in firms, spurring a surge in Australia's managed cloud services market forecast.
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Freeview aims to transform how you watch TV
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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digital entertainment
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smart tv
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freeview
The new Freeview recorder combines the entire suite of Freeview features with the added choice of apps and extra content available through Google Play.
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Exclusive: The bumpy road to business automation
Mon, 4th Feb 2019
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it automation
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rpa
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ai
Samanage CTO discusses the challenges of AI and automation deployment and offers best practices for successful implementation.
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Exclusive: The changing role of women in technology
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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women in technology
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rackspace
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candidates
ANZ Rackspace chief Emma Pudney discusses women's vital tech roles, tackling industry gender gap.
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Why there's a major lack of digital transformation globally
Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
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dell technologies
Dell report shows global DT still nascent; emerging markets lead digital maturity, Australia optimistic.