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 27
Interview: CCL & Canterbury DHB build IT backbone for healthcare
Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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healthtech
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it services
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hpe
Canterbury District Health Board and Computer Concepts united to upgrade healthcare IT following the 2011 quakes, aiming for better patient care and efficiency.
Spark rallies Kiwi innovators to share their 5G ideas
Mon, 9th Mar 2020
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uc
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e-learning
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5g & beyond
Spark is calling on New Zealand's most innovative businesses to pitch their best ideas about how 5G could benefit the country.
IWD 2020 interview: Kordia's NZ CISO Hilary Walton
Sun, 8th Mar 2020
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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kordia
Ahead of International Women's Day, Kordia's CISO Hilary Walton shares her journey from the Royal New Zealand Air Force to championing diversity in tech.
Fortinet updates FortiOS & launches next-gen firewall product
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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hyperscale
Fortinet has recently released updates to its FortiOS cybersecurity platform, as well as a new FortiGate next-generation firewall product to its portfolio.
Feeling lonely online? Share a pic of your pet, says psychologist
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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apps
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social media
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cyberbullying
Feeling down online? Pedigree's new app encourages Kiwis to share pet pics to combat social media negativity and improve mental health.
Google Cloud commits to AU with new Melbourne region
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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edge computing
Google Cloud extends its commitment in Australia with a new Melbourne region set to launch in 2021, boosting infrastructure and job creation.
Privacy Commissioner John Edwards speaks at TechFest 2020
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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data protection
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breach prevention
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data privacy
Edwards has a clear message: If New Zealand businesses undermine the issue of privacy, they will ruin their business.
PUBG Mobile cracks down on dirty cheaters
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
PUBG Mobile steps up anti-cheat efforts with Project: Ban Pan, boasting a 95% violation catch rate and 8,000 daily 10-year bans to ensure fair gameplay.
Unprotected machine identities costing firms billions - report
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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cybersecurity
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venafi
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global economy
Poorly protected machine identities are costing firms between USD $51 billion and USD $72 billion globally, according to a report by Venafi and AIR Worldwide.
Tauranga agtech firm recognised on the world stage
Mon, 2nd Mar 2020
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robots
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agricultural technology
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it automation
Tauranga-based agtech firm Robotics Plus has received worldwide recognition on the Top 50 AgTech companies, as ranked on the THRIVE Top 50.
Zscaler hones in on APAC & promises stronger regional presence
Mon, 2nd Mar 2020
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cloud security
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zscaler
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apac expansion
Zscaler's new Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) corporate sales director is on a mission to bring the company closer to Asia Pacific.
Microsoft bolsters threat prevention capabilities for enterprises
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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public cloud
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
Microsoft integrates AI and automation into its cybersecurity arsenal, enhancing Microsoft Threat Protection, Azure Sentinel, and Insider Risk Management.
Xbox drops more hints about the Series X console
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Xbox teases more about the Series X, promising the fastest console yet with cutting-edge processing and graphics but keeps some details under wraps.
Cisco launches SecureX, a cloud-native security platform
Thu, 27th Feb 2020
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it automation
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
The company describes SecureX as a platform that provides visibility into security processes, including detection of unknown threats and policy violations.
Silver Peak SD-WAN enables optimal Office 365 user experience
Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Silver Peak's Unity EdgeConnect SD-WAN platform enhances Office 365 user experience with intelligent traffic management, boosting performance and efficiency.
Vodafone opens 5G Innovation Lab in Christchurch
Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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uc
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
The lab, which is located on Tuam Street, is designed to help New Zealand organisations understand how 5G technology can become part of their business.
GSMA reveals 2020 GLOMO Awards winners
Wed, 26th Feb 2020
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uc
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endpoint protection
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5g & beyond
The awards included 35 categories ranging from 5G leadership to mobile apps, mobile network infrastructure, diversity in tech, and STEAM efforts for children.
ANZ backs #LoveSpeech campaign to support LGBTIQ+ community
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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dei
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digital inclusion
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gender diversity
Majority of Australian LGBTIQ+ community subjected to hurtful language, says survey by ANZ. #LoveSpeech campaign launched.
Microsoft NZ rolls out free AccountGuard service ahead of general election
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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email security
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
Ahead of New Zealand's general election, Microsoft NZ unveils its free AccountGuard service to protect political entities and NGOs from cyber threats.
Interview: DataRobot on how AI augments human thinking in business
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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robots
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data analytics
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martech
AI won't replace humans, but rather free us up to be more human, according to Colin Priest, VP of AI strategy at DataRobot.