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 95
Vodafone launches its latest smart workplace of the future
Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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vodafone
Vodafone opens its InnoV8 headquarters in Auckland, creating a smart building with IoT sensors and flexible working spaces.
Meet Amino, the NZ computing network with huge blockchain goals
Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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blockchain
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cloud services
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computing
You don’t have to look far to find local tech firms that are taking on blockchain and turning it into commercial potential.
It's giveaway time again! Win Marvel's Spider-Man on PS4
Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ps4
To celebrate the launch of Marvel’s Spider-Man on PS4, we have a copy of the game and a limited edition umbrella to give away to one spider-fan.
New Kiwis Challenge celebrates migrant entrepreneurs
Wed, 5th Sep 2018
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entrepreneurship
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zino ventures
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startups
The New Kiwis Challenge concluded last week, celebrating migrant entrepreneurship with top startups like WuKong Education aiming for global impact.
Three reasons organizations should consider network segmentation
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
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network security
ForeScout says that network segmentation splits networks into specific zones, which can then enact barriers against infiltrators.
Seven things SMBs can do right now to prevent cyber attacks
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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cybersecurity
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smb
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deakin university
Small businesses in Australia are at risk of cyber attacks but most are unaware of the threat, according to research by Deakin University.
NZ urgently needs to get the Privacy Bill right for everyone's sake, says InternetNZ
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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breach prevention
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
New Zealand needs to update its privacy laws to protect citizens from increasing data breaches, says InternetNZ. #PrivacyBill #DataProtection.
Queensland footy mates raise $5m to grow social network app for travellers
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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travel apps
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entrepreneurship
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travello
Two footy mates from northern Queensland have now closed a capital raise of AU$5 million – all for their social network for travellers.
Singapore startup uses blockchain to balance market research with user data
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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blockchain
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market research
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ibd technology
Not only will it allow businesses to gain access to market research data, but it will allow consumers to retain ownership of their data and its value.
Raytheon to develop AI that can explain its decisions
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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ai
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cybersecurity
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raytheon
The first-of-its-kind neural network will be designed as part of the DARPA Explainable Artificial Intelligence program, known as XAI.
Bose reveals its latest smart speaker and soundbar lineup
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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daas
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smart home
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digital entertainment
Home entertainment and audio pioneer Bose has released a new wireless speaker and two smart soundbars to mark its next chapter in home audio history.
Agricultural robotics firm appoints new CEO as it prepares to go global
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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robots
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agritech
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robotics plus
It was the right time to add a professional chief executive to a high-calibre team, especially after strong growth and funding.
Tech Trailblazer Awards seek tech talent from all over the globe
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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awards
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tech trailblazer awards
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startups
This year’s entries are open to enterprise technology startups that are less than six years old and at C-series funding or below.
Inland Revenue encourages employers to make switch to payday filing
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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ird
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flexitime
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partners
There are fewer than seven months left before all New Zealand employers must shift to payday filing, and Inland Revenue says now is the time to start.
Facebook video creators can now monetise 'Ad Breaks'
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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uc
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facebook
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watch
Facebook has rolled out Ad Breaks for New Zealand businesses who want to make money from their Facebook videos.
Vonzeal's Kaiser Baas acquisition ignites new era of customer-centric service
Mon, 3rd Sep 2018
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channel development
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feedback
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kaiser baas
Vonzeal's brands drive one main focus: consumer-centric, quality products that allow consumers to share their experiences.
Boil that old cybersecurity problem down to the packet level, say experts
Fri, 31st Aug 2018
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
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network security
Cybersecurity is such a multifaceted affair that it can be difficult to prioritise focus, spending, and what to explain to the C-suite.
Tech Futures Lab launches Digital Suitcase to upskill everyday adults
Fri, 31st Aug 2018
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blockchain
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data privacy
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ai
Digital Suitcase is an online platform that teaches everyday adults digital knowledge that they need to thrive in the digital world.
'Don't be like Silicon Valley': Kiwi SaaS firms encouraged to look after their own
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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saas
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callaghan innovation
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silicon valley
New Zealand's tech sector gathers at the Southern SaaS event in Auckland to focus on achieving faster and smarter growth.
eSports collabs behind Logitech's newest pro gaming lineup
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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esports
If you’re a gamer and a fan of Logitech’s pro gaming gear, there’s about to be another line of product releases coming your way.