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Microsoft reports first quarterly loss in 26 years
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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Microsoft marks first quarter loss in 26 years, not from weak performance but due to a one-off $6.2bn write-down from a 2007 buy.
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Optimation deal to drive Google cloud in NZ
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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Optimation partners with Barbador to boost Google Cloud services in NZ, aiming to transform IT usage among local businesses.
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Liquidators list Maclean creditors
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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Failed IT firm Maclean Computing leaves 89 creditors, including tech giants and small businesses, $3m out of pocket as liquidation proceedings begin.
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Steve Sinofsky sets Windows 8 release date
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Microsoft locks in 26 October for Windows 8 launch, promises upgrades and new PCs alongside Surface tablets, says Windows division chief.
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Do you forget your daily deal purchases?
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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If you’re a fan of so-called ‘daily deal’ sites, chances are you’ve experienced the frustration of paying for a deal.
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YouTube enables face blurring to protect dissidents
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Google has launched a new tool which allows users to blur out faces in videos to protect themselves from government retribution.
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Apple forced to admit Samsung didn't copy iPad
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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UK court orders Apple to declare Samsung didn't copy iPad design in a notable defeat for the tech giant.
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Maclean Computing reborn as Maclean Technology
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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The assets of family-owned IT company Maclean Computing are to be re-purchased by former CEO Chris Maclean under a new company name, Maclean Tech.
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$800k still unsettled in Renaissance sale
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Over $800k in limbo following Renaissance's business sale to Exeed, amid pending disputes and legal assurances. Renaissance remains optimistic.
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Orcon throws down gauntlet with free fibre deal
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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State-owned ISP offers consumers, schools and businesses UFB internet for $0 per month - so what's the catch?.
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Huawei NZ flying high
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Huawei NZ's profits soar, defying scrutiny. Revenue jumps to $79.6m, with contracts boosting its footprint in NZ's telecom sector.
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VMware CEO Paul Maritz moves to EMC
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Former top-ranking Microsoft executive named chief strategist of parent company; so who will take over his role?.
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New Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is pregnant
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Marissa Mayer takes over as Yahoo CEO while revealing she's 6 months pregnant, showcasing the board's modern approach to leadership.
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Yahoo names Google's Marissa Mayer as new CEO
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Marissa Mayer, formerly of Google, takes the helm as Yahoo's new CEO, marking the company's third leadership change in a year.
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Is your CV up to scratch? Find out online
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Unveil the secrets to a perfect CV with Careers NZ's new 'Know Your CV' online tool, ensuring your application stands out in today's job market.
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Maclean Computing placed into liquidation
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Family-run IT firm Maclean Computing enters liquidation after serving businesses since 1993, impacting 50 employees and numerous clients.
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Smaller, cheaper iPad coming this year: NYT
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Apple preps for tablet wars with a smaller, more affordable iPad, eagerly eyeing Amazon and Google's market share, reveals the NYT.
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Expo invites SMBs to weigh up supply partners
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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Auckland's myBix Expo in October offers a rare chance for Kiwi SMBs to compare supply partners and snag top deals in a one-stop event.
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Telecom's Olympic Galaxy S III incentive
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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London travel package worth $40,000 on offer for buyers of new Samsung smartphone. How does it compare with Vodafone's offer?.
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Second kiwi software company acquired by CCH
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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CCH acquires Christchurch's Acclipse, marking its second NZ software firm buy in a year, a move set to transform accountant-client work.
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Web Drive to gain 9300 domains in Hosting Direct deal
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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North Shore company to sell web hosting, reseller hosting and domain registry customers to it's larger rival.
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Yahoo hacked in security 'wake-up call'
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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Yahoo Voices hit by major hack, exposing over 400,000 passwords in a stark 'wake-up call' for the tech giant's security measures.
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Former Unisys exec to lead SAP in ANZ
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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SAP appoints ex-Unisys APJ exec Andrew Barkla to lead ANZ, aiming to capitalise on cloud, mobility and big data trends.
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2degrees ranks highest in retail survey
Thu, 12th Jul 2012
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2degrees wins customers' hearts in a retail survey, scoring near-perfect in satisfaction and beating Telecom and Vodafone in service and value.