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.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Sara - Page 11
Microsoft commits to NZ's tech future with free Azure training
Fri, 5th Mar 2021
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public cloud
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microsoft
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cloud services
Microsoft is offering free Azure certification courses for AWS certified professionals in New Zealand. Find out more here.
Poly ANZ on what defines business success in 2021
Thu, 4th Mar 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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voip
What are your business goals for the year ahead? What are the key actions that can put your business in a strong position for growth and success?.
Duo's Kendra Ross steps aside to take on board role
Thu, 4th Mar 2021
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cybersecurity
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duo
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sektor
Duo co-founder Kendra Ross steps down as general manager, moving to board role as company focuses on strategic initiatives.
LEGO unveils full set of music VIDIYO masters
Thu, 18th Feb 2021
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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lego
VIDIYO is essentially one big playground where kids can create LEGO-themed music videos to the tune of popular (and classic) tracks.
Shields up: surprises are the new normal
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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cloud security
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supply chain
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hybrid & remote work
The rise in remote work and cybercrime marketplaces are increasing the risk of cyber attacks on organisations, warns Mimecast.
Interview: Hyland takes the hybrid work model to heart
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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hyland
Hyland, a company that has embraced hybrid work, shares important lessons for businesses in a post-pandemic world.
Michael J. Fox Foundation & IBM study effects of Parkinson's Disease
Wed, 17th Feb 2021
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martech
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healthtech
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software development
IBM Research and the Michael J. Fox Foundation are collaborating to uncover more about Parkinson's disease using technology and machine learning.
Dynamo6 earns another spot on Govt's IT Marketplace
Fri, 12th Feb 2021
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software development
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dynamo6
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new zealand government
Hamilton-based IT services provider Dynamo6 has secured a place on the Government's IT Marketplace, expanding its services and closer to government.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - CrowdStrike's security cloud focus for 2021
Thu, 4th Feb 2021
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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ai security
CrowdStrike is a cybersecurity firm that started in the United States and has quickly made the most of the last decade.
Architecting a robust customer identity and access management solution
Wed, 3rd Feb 2021
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crm
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cx
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martech
Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) is crucial for protecting customer data and ensuring a seamless user experience. Learn more in this white paper.
Poly ANZ explains how to master the art of working from home
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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uc
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smart home
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hybrid & remote work
Poly explores the art of working from home in its latest series, featuring tips from entrepreneur Andrew Maciver. #workingfromhome #productivity.
GCSB names recipients of Women in STEM scholarships
Tue, 2nd Feb 2021
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edutech
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gcsb
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scholarship
GCSB awards Women in STEM scholarships to three recipients, supporting their careers in science and technology.
Too much data on your devices? You may be a digital hoarder
Fri, 29th Jan 2021
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data protection
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data management
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tablets
Digital hoarding is a growing problem, particularly in workplaces, according to a study by Northumbria University.
LEGO's minifigs & AR turn kids into music video masters
Wed, 27th Jan 2021
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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lego
LEGO VIDIYO combines augmented reality and music to let kids create their own music videos using LEGO minifigures and Universal's music.
Kordia names Shaun Rendell as new CEO
Mon, 25th Jan 2021
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uc
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kordia
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bt
Kordia Group has appointed former CFO Shaun Rendell at its new CEO, following the recent death of the late CEO Scott Bartlett.
DDoS ransom attacks flare up again after brief hiatus
Mon, 25th Jan 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
The second wave of attacks in December and January targeted organisations that were hit the first time and did not respond or pay the ransom.
First AML awarded Privacy Trust Mark
Fri, 22nd Jan 2021
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data privacy
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aml
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best practice
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner has awarded First AML a Privacy Trust Mark for its anti-money laundering platform.
Remote work: The new home for gender equality in tech
Thu, 21st Jan 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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kaspersky
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wfh
Remote work could be the key to achieving gender equality in Singapore's tech sector, says a recent report by Kaspersky.
Arlo's latest Ultra security cameras now available in NZ
Thu, 21st Jan 2021
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smart home
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home security
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photography
The Ultra 2 Wire-Free Spotlight Camera System is equipped with 4K video and HDR image recording, auto-zoom and tracking, and much more.
Malware vendors look to marketing to spread Android RAT
Wed, 20th Jan 2021
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malware
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
Android malware vendor teams up with marketer to rebrand products and target criminal underground, says Check Point research.