Information Communication & Technology (ICT) stories - Page 5
New report shines light on sexism and ageism in ICT industry
Mon, 22nd Jan 2018
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Preliminary study calls for urgent investigation into sexism and ageism in New Zealand's ICT industry. Women make up only a quarter of the workforce.
Amazon Web Services partners with Kiwi uni to empower ICT graduates
Wed, 15th Nov 2017
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Amazon Web Services teams up with Wellington ICT Graduate School to equip Masters students with cutting-edge cloud technology from AWS and Consegna.
Govt. to appoint chief technology officer to close digital divide
Wed, 15th Nov 2017
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New Zealand government prioritizes digital technology, open government, and media with the appointment of a chief technology officer.
Taiwan funds new data center in Saint Lucia to fuel Government digitization
Thu, 24th Aug 2017
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Taiwan has given over EC$1 million in funding to Saint Lucia for the development of a multi-channel data center.
Victoria Uni students win trip to China for Huawei's ICT training course
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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Six Victoria University of Wellington students have been selected to participate in Huawei's Seeds for the Future programme in China.
KOTRA reports opportunities for South Korean IT companies in Canada
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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Following complications in the U.S., Canada has been touted as the 'Second Silicon Valley' presenting a huge opportunity for Asian IT companies.
IT spending by AU educational institutions to exceed US$1.6b
Wed, 19th Jul 2017
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Educational institutions in Australia are loosening the purse strings in a move the IDC says is in response to ‘dramatic changes' in student demands.
Golden times for channel as Indian enterprises increase ICT budgets
Tue, 18th Jul 2017
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A whopping 85 percent of survey respondents reported being willing to increase their ICT budgets in 2017, compared to 75 percent in 2016.
A first for WA: Zetta joins Microsoft’s Global Skype Operations Framework
Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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Microsoft built SOF with the intention of creating a foundation for customers that will accelerate their Skype for Business Online journey.
How education can avoid being the next hacking target
Mon, 12th Jun 2017
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US tech firm offers crucial cyber security tips for educational institutions facing rising threats, urging a balance between connectivity and protection.
New partnership gives educators more ICT procurement options
Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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Acer and Cyclone forge new partnership to pass on savings and a wider range of ICT procurement options to New Zealand Schools.
Awards recognise outstanding ICT students in Wellington
Wed, 31st May 2017
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ICT students at WelTec receive Intergen Young Achiever Awards for their outstanding academic achievement and contributions to the programme.
Good news for Kiwis: Increase in jobs ads - IT workers in highest demand
Mon, 29th May 2017
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Job ads in New Zealand surged by 9.7% in April 2017, with IT roles fetching the highest salaries and seeing the highest demand, notes Seek Employment Report.
Australia in a digital boom with 40,000 more tech jobs over the last two years
Thu, 25th May 2017
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A new report has revealed without skilled ICT labour Australia will stagnate - 81,000 new ICT professionals are needed by 2022 to fuel future growth.
Cirrus Networks eyes doubled revenue as founder Frank Richmond eyes a return to the UK
Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Cirrus Networks expects to double its revenue to $40+ million this year, with founder Frank Richmond stepping down from the day to day operations.
Taiwan government clear on mission to lead world in IT development with CeBIT
Tue, 16th May 2017
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Taiwan is the world’s largest chipmaker, responsible for close to a quarter of the world’s semiconductor chip production.
Teckweek’17 kicks off to to encourage global thinking and inspire youth
Sat, 6th May 2017
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Techweek’17, a nationwide event showcasing New Zealand-grown technology and innovation to the world, kicked off today amidst much fanfare.
Kiwis keen on ICT industry with top hires in tech sector
Mon, 27th Mar 2017
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SEEK's Employment Report reveals top job opportunities in New Zealand with ICT roles offering an average salary of $92,700.
Zetta to help put Western Australia's STEM learning on the map
Wed, 18th Jan 2017
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Scitech is a not-for-profit firm that aims to raise STEM awareness, interest, capability and participation in all Western Australians.
TBR: Pure play acquisitions plentiful for quick picking
Wed, 23rd Nov 2016
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The cloud brokerage market is reaching an inflection point, with pure plays being acquired and multilines building out their brokerage platforms.