Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer to retire within 12 months
Posted on 24-Aug-2013 10:15 News, Computing
Microsoft Corp. announced that Chief Executive Officer Steve Ballmer has decided to retire as CEO within the next 12 months, upon the completion of a process to choose his successor.
NGINX Plus unveiled
Posted on 23-Aug-2013 06:53 News, Linux
Open-Source based product combines advanced functionality, support and services for commercial customers
Punakaiki Fund announces IPO to invest in emerging New Zealand technology companies
Posted on 22-Aug-2013 13:26 News, Web media
Punakaiki Fund today registered its combined investment statement and prospectus for an initial public offering of ordinary shares, seeking to raise NZ$20 million, with the ability to accept oversubscriptions of up to an additional NZ$30 million, to invest in New Zealand’s vibrant internet and technology sectors.
Martin Aircraft Company reveals latest jetpack
Posted on 12-Aug-2013 12:37 News, Consumer Electronics
The Martin Aircraft Company’s present focus is on further improving the performance of the jetpack through some engine refinements in order to ready the jetpack for commercial sale.
Unisys and Intel join forces on secure computing platform
Posted on 9-Aug-2013 15:16 News, Computing
Aiming at multi-billion-dollar market, Unisys and Intel are combining secure partitioning and processor technologies in an innovative mission-critical platform designed to reduce server sprawl and power the data centre of tomorrow.
PriceMe launches updated iPhone App
Posted on 8-Aug-2013 18:02 News, Mobile
New Zealand-based comparison website PriceMe have just announced the launch of the latest version of their shopping app for iPhone users. With a smarter-looking UI and some nifty features, this latest version should make comparison shopping on-the-fly a real breeze !
Ministry of Education renews Microsoft Schools Agreement
Posted on 7-Aug-2013 22:42 News, Computing
Teachers and students across the country have greater access to modern e-learning tools through the renewed Microsoft Schools Agreement and the know-how to use these tools, thanks to Microsoft’s significant commitment to the education sector.
MetService acquires shares in MetOcean
Posted on 6-Aug-2013 09:03 News, Computing
The similarities between the two companies will allow MetService to expand its research capability for product development, and enable MetOcean to grow international revenues while keeping its IP in New Zealand.
University of Auckland adopts Adobe solutions
Posted on 5-Aug-2013 09:03 News, Education
The University of Auckland has selected Adobe to re-platform and manage its web content and digital assets to create an engaging experience for students, staff and alumni.