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Apple issues Samsung complaint

Mon, 3rd Sep 2012
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World's most valuable company files an amended complaint in a separate case regarding alleged Samsung product infringements.
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Assange asks US to end 'Wiki witch-hunt'

Mon, 20th Aug 2012
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From the balcony of the Ecuadorian embassy in London, WikiLeaks founder calls on U.S. to end their war on whistleblowers.
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Groupon grows global customer base

Tue, 14th Aug 2012
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Groupon's customer base grew globally, boasting increased activity despite losing USD $32.4 million in sales due to adverse forex rates.
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AVG reveals internet security scams

Mon, 30th Jul 2012
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Online security company reveals annual reports, showing a need for consumer awareness when using the internet.
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Batman shooting triggers video game violence debate

Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Colorado tragedy reignites the video game violence debate after a cinema shooting during The Dark Knight Rises premiere.
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Xero's fear over gov privacy plans

Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Xero is raising alarms over new Inland Revenue plans to access overseas company data, stressing the need for privacy protections and customer notifications.
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Runescape hits user jackpot

Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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MMO reaches new levels of popularity with surge of users; population now three times bigger than that of the United Kingdom.
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NZ lags in middle of OECD broadband rankings

Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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NZ at 17th in OECD for broadband penetration, trailing Switzerland but leading Australia. Hopes for UFB to boost future rankings.
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Maxnet acquired by Aussie telco for $9.5m

Tue, 22nd May 2012
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Vocus Communications buys NZ's Maxnet for $9.5m, boosting its cloud and data centre footprint in the Australasia region.
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Alcatel-Lucent bringing broadband to Tonga

Fri, 11th May 2012
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Tonga teams up with Alcatel-Lucent to forge broadband links via undersea cable, enhancing connectivity for its 100,000 residents.
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Google fined for side-stepping FCC

Mon, 16th Apr 2012
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Google fined £19k by FCC for not cooperating in a privacy breach probe linked to Street View data collection, despite its £38bn cash reserve.
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Glitch stalls Apple stock

Tue, 27th Mar 2012
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A glitch in BATS trading system briefly tanks Apple shares by nearly 10%, halting trades and impacting BATS' own IPO on a chaotic day.
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Apple to maintain 'war chest'

Tue, 20th Mar 2012
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Apple CEO Tim Cook unveils plans to utilise the firm's £100bn reserve, aiming to maintain a 'war chest' for strategic moves.
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Apple touts employment numbers

Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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Apple highlights its role in US job creation to tackle criticisms of its overseas labour practices, claiming it indirectly supports over 500,000 jobs.
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Could telecommuting work for your start up?

Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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Start Up begins a new series looking at different ways you can use technology to get the most from your team while keeping costs down.
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One in five US adults owns a tablet: report

Tue, 24th Jan 2012
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Nearly 20% of US adults now own tablet PCs like iPads or Kindle Fires, a sharp rise from 10% last December, hints at festive boom.
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Quiet in the tweet seats!

Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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American theatres are embracing 'tweet seats' to cater to tech-savvy patrons, allowing live tweeting from designated areas to minimise disruptions.
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KISS: Keeping it smart & simple

Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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With tastefully funky offices, based in Mt Eden, Ivan Seselj and the team at Promapp Solutions Ltd are deceptively casual when you first meet them.
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Poor software wearing businesses down

Mon, 21st Nov 2011
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NZ's economy could soar higher if SMEs ditch poor management software, says Greentree CEO amid a contest to revive businesses.
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Get healthy online for FREE

Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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Unlock a fitter, healthier you online without spending a penny! From free fitness sites to nutritious recipes, your wellness journey starts now.