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Women in tech

CompTIA launches global tech career directory for women and girls

Sat, 5th May 2018
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CompTIA's Advancing Women in Technology Community has created an online resource to help women and girls find their feet in the IT industry.
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Exclusive Interview: Targeting the university sector with AARNet and Zoom

Fri, 27th Apr 2018
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AARNet champions internet advancements in education, evolving from infrastructure provider to innovative NFP reseller.
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Kiwi non-profit launches AI KiwiSaver advisor

Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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Simplicity launches Artie, an AI chatbot to answer questions on its KiwiSaver and investment funds, as part of its robo-advice platform.
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Aussie charity Orange Sky Laundry empowers homeless with new partner

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Nicholas Marchesi and Lucas Patchett put two washing machines and two dryers in a van with the vision of empowering the community.
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Facebook's Workplace officially open for business

Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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Facebook's Workplace, a business-focused version of its platform, now live, forging global connections within the corporate sphere.
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The new word that should replace 'cloud' in NetSuite's vocab

Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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NetSuite seeks a new lexicon beyond 'cloud', eyeing 'freedom' as the linchpin for its innovative, agile enterprise solutions.
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Wearables for Good challenge celebrates life-changing technology

Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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Necklace storing medical records and wearable soap win UNICEF's Wearables for Good challenge. Prize: $15,000 each.
Safety

Digital citizens need more vigilance about online safety

Wed, 14th Oct 2015
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Digital citizens, from consumers and SMBs to multinationals, are being encouraged to increase their awareness about safe internet use.
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Wi-Fi from space, courtesy of Facebook

Tue, 6th Oct 2015
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Facebook plans to bring internet access to remote regions via aircraft, satellites and a partnership with Eutelsat.
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ShoreTel boosts product range on back of double-digit growth

Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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Amidst robust growth, ShoreTel expands its product line and targets local government and non-profits, with The Salvation Army already on board.
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Cyber attacks target New Zealand charities

Fri, 16th Jan 2015
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New Zealand charities hit by cyber attacks, with NetSafe reporting automated attempts to validate stolen credit cards.
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Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives

Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
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Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape

Wed, 15th Oct 2014
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Social media enables charities to target different audiences, get more people involved and increase awareness of their brand.
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Social Media Charity Crazes - will there be another ice bucket challenge?

Tue, 30th Sep 2014
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Charity through viral challenges: more than just a trend? After the ice bucket challenge, the real impact and future potentials are questioned.
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Zuckerberg pledges $500 million of FB stock

Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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Mark Zuckerberg pledges USD $500 million of Facebook shares to the Silicon Valley Community Foundation as part of his commitment to The Giving Pledge.
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Another Office 365 win - Chch Women's Refuge

Tue, 24th Jul 2012
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Christchurch Women's Refuge boosts efficiency and disaster resilience with Office 365, enhancing collaboration and client service amidst challenges.
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What you should know about the Kony doco

Fri, 9th Mar 2012
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A viral YouTube doco on Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony by Invisible Children has sparked debate over its accuracy and the ethics of social media activism.