Australian Stories

How CIOs can create a collaborative workplace for Gen Y employees

Creating an environment that supports and harnesses millenials' talents is critical. Blue Jeans Network's COO Stu Aaron offers up some tips.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015

Global Stories

Cybersecurity

Social media a gateway for cyber criminals

Experts warn of rising social media threats as cybercriminals exploit personal data, urging firms to bolster digital defences.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2016

Facebook

Hate Valentine's? We show you how to block the soppy crap

Hide, unblock or unfriend any exes or former love interests whose happiness is going to make you depressed, angsty and listen to Kelly Clarkson.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2016

Social Media

Twitter forms council to do something about its abuse problem

Twitter initiates Trust and Safety Council to address ongoing abuse, enlisting over 40 global organisations and individuals to enhance user safety.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Feb 2016

Facebook

Facebook turns 12: Bigger, better and more secure

Hard to believe it but Facebook has only just turned 12, meaning it is still young enough to have not been around at the turn of the millennium.

By Narinder Purba • 4 min read • Fri, 5th Feb 2016

Facebook

Do you take selfies at funerals?

A recent study reveals a third of mourners have snapped selfies at funerals, spotlighting social media's grip on modern mourning rituals.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Jan 2016

Customer Experience

Three customer experience lessons from social media performance in 2015

The performance of social companies contains lessons about the future of social media and the present of marketing.

By Augie Ray • 5 min read • Thu, 14th Jan 2016

Facebook

Inside Facebook's offices - what they really look like

Take an exclusive tour behind Facebook's closed doors and discover the eclectic workspaces powering the global tech giant.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Thu, 17th Dec 2015

Customer Relationship Management

Social customer care: Are you doing it right?

Aspect Software's Kristen Pimpini offers up some tip on harnessing social media for your business' customer care.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Nov 2015

Social Media

Parents: How to approach social media and your child

With more social media avenues available than ever before, the need for education about being safe online is increasing, according to NetSafe.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Oct 2015

Data Analytics

New investment tool launched by Treasury

The UK Government has launched a new tool to help organisations assess the costs and benefits of social policy initiatives.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Oct 2015

Cybersecurity

Burglars using social media to target victims

Burglars are increasingly using social media to target potential victims, warns security expert Marsden Hulme. Be careful what you post online.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2015

Marketing Technologies

New Zealand's already winning the RWC... at least on social media

New Zealand leads the globe in Rugby World Cup social media buzz, outpacing rivals in excitement and engagement according to Adobe Digital Index.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Facebook

Is social media the way to go in a crisis?

During Christchurch's 5.7 earthquake, millions turned to Rebuild Christchurch on Facebook, illustrating social media's vital role in crisis communication.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Tue, 16th Feb 2016

Social Media

Social media campaign in remembrance of 2011 ChCh earthquake

A new campaign is underway in remembrance of the fifth anniversary of the February 22nd 2011 Christchurch earthquake.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Feb 2016

Unified Communications

Are Kiwi businesses facing challenging times?

Kiwi businesses grapple with uncertainty as rising risks cloud prospects for 2016, warns RiskNZ chairman Geraint Bermingham.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Feb 2016

Social Media

Internet hits back against legal rape campaigner

Unsurprisingly, the digital world is enraged over face-to-face meeting plans by pro-rape group Return of Kings across several countries, including NZ.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Feb 2016