About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Stories by Sara - Page 85
Government still stuck in the past? Not on GovTech's watch
Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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wreda
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recogni
New Zealand's capital is pioneering GovTech, a venture to modernise public services by blending government expertise with private sector innovation.
'Is this for real?' The reality of fraud against New Zealanders
Tue, 13th Nov 2018
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email security
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fintech
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cybersecurity
Is this for real? More often than not these days it can be hard to tell, and it’s okay to be a bit suspicious, especially when it comes to fraud.
MicroMaker3D's tiny 3D printing tech is 'game changing'
Tue, 13th Nov 2018
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3d printing
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callaghan innovation
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kiwinet
Imagine 3D printing things thinner and smaller than a human hair, and how they could be used in everything from sensors, electronics, wearables and meshes.
How much does your Amazon Prime Video subscription really get you?
Tue, 13th Nov 2018
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digital entertainment
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amazon
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video
New Zealanders pay US$5.99 for Amazon Prime Video but get fewer titles compared to the US, which has the largest library at US$12.99 per month.
Three ways to improve mental health support in the workplace
Tue, 13th Nov 2018
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hcm
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mental health
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ex
Boosting mental health support in workplaces is crucial, says Dr Tyler Amell of CoreHealth Technologies, outlining three proactive strategies for employers.
Mastercard opens Global Tech Hub in Sydney
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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commerce systems
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martech
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supply chain systems
Mastercard has launched its first southern hemisphere Global Tech Hub in Sydney’s St Leonards, aiming to spearhead innovation in payments technology.
'DerpTrolling’ faces jail time for Sony DoS attacks
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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gaming
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ddos
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digital entertainment
A United States federal court has charged a 23-year-old man for the hacks on Sony Online Entertainment and other major companies back in 2014.
With a mighty roar, Rocket Lab blasts off to space
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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spacetech
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rocket lab
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fleet space technologies
Success! It definitely was business time for Rocket Lab yesterday as its Electron launch vehicle blasted off from the Māhia Peninsula yesterday (November 11).
Paessler protects world’s most precious computing artefacts
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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paessler
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network monitoring
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prtg
Without air conditioning, The National Museum of Computing must keep a close eye on environmental factors like temperature, humidity, and UV light levels.
Commercial drones will only take off if safety is paramount
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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drones
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incredible skies
New Zealand’s commercial drone services could be ready within the next two years, but only if enough research is done to make certain that the public is safe.
Small Business Council sharpens focus on future disruption
Mon, 12th Nov 2018
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smb
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nz government
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small business council
New Zealand's Small Business Council establishes four key pillars to support the country's small businesses in the future.
Hola, Ola! NZ's newest ridesharing service comes to town
Fri, 9th Nov 2018
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apps
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ridesharing
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Ridesharing service Ola launches in Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch, offering affordable, reliable transportation and low commission rates for drivers.
Tatau scoops four international awards in a few short weeks
Fri, 9th Nov 2018
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uc
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blockchain
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martech
‘Tatau’ is the word on many international tech investors’ lips – and all because of a unique approach to blockchain and AI.
OPPO R17 Pro a smartphone for photography lovers
Fri, 9th Nov 2018
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smartphones
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qualcomm
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oppo
OPPO sets the stage for photography enthusiasts with the new R17 Pro, boasting advanced AI camera tech, a 6.4-inch FHD+ screen, and lightning-fast charging.
Industry's first Wi-Fi 6 access point for SMBs coming in 2019
Fri, 9th Nov 2018
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
EnGenius Technologies will soon launch the industry’s first Wi-Fi 6 2x2 access point, bringing next-generation WI-Fi into the hands of SMBs.
Online hate speech affects New Zealand adults
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
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hate speech
A recent Netsafe report reveals that 11% of New Zealand adults have been targeted by online hate speech in the past year, impacting behaviour and emotions.
JPlay & DGames bring blockchain to eSports
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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blockchain
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taiwan
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game developers
JPlay is one of the world’s first blockchain-powered eSports platforms, launched this month in Taipei, Taiwan.
Interview: Mobile Mentor’s long term future with Microsoft
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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microsoft
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mobile mentor
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partners
Mobile Mentor is now a Microsoft Co-Sell Ready partner, bolstering global enterprise mobility with top-tier tech.
$10m in the pot: What's next for PredictHQ?
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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martech
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data analytics
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planning
PredictHQ raises USD $10m in Series A funding, propelling their event intelligence platform to new heights. What's next for the Kiwi-born startup?.
NZ has a bright future in fintech
Thu, 8th Nov 2018
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fintech
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financial systems
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banking industry
New Zealand's fintech sector has experienced significant growth, bringing in $220m worth of exports and expanding by 33% in the past year.