Awards stories - Page 38
JOBS: Ashton Kutcher honours a genius
Thu, 22nd Aug 2013
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Ashton Kutcher's connection with Steve Jobs helped him secure lead role in JOBS, due to his deep understanding of technology and Apple.
Kiwi kids empowered by technology
Fri, 19th Jul 2013
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schools
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digital media
Kiwi kids gather at High Tech Youth Meet Up in Manukau, developing tech skills and creating projects on social issues with guidance from top tech firms.
Wanted: IT bright sparks
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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programming
Students with a talent for IT, electronics or engineering are being sought for the 2013 Bright Sparks competition.
Kinetics Group wins global Microsoft award
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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Auckland's Kinetics Group clinches its first Worldwide Microsoft Small Business Partner of the Year Award, marking a global triumph.
Xero bags top NZ Hi-Tech Award
Mon, 20th May 2013
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
Xero and Vend came out the big winners with two awards each at the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2013 Gala Dinner in Auckland.
Google Reader is dead, long live the alternatives
Fri, 15th Mar 2013
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techday
Google Reader bids adieu, leaving users to seek alternatives like The Old Reader, Feedly, and more. What will you choose to fill the void?.
Waikato science student scoops scholarship to Cambridge Uni
Fri, 5th Oct 2012
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genius go
Waikato University computer science student receives prestigious Woolf Fisher Scholarship to study for a PhD at Cambridge University in the UK.
NZ midnight launch for iPhone 5
Thu, 27th Sep 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
Kiwis get first dibs on iPhone 5 at midnight launches across NZ, with Telecom and Vodafone, and live broadcasts marking the event.
Brent Colbert leaves Microsoft amid restructure
Tue, 28th Aug 2012
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collaboration
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Director of Partner Strategy across New Zealand made redundant after eight years with the company as the software maker begins internal restructure.
Microsoft seeks 'solutions that captivate'
Tue, 27th Mar 2012
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partners
Microsoft urges partners to shine with innovative solutions at their Partner Awards, recognising sales, innovation, and community impact.
News: experience versus content, Sir Jonathan Ive, Apple ergonomics, and more!
Mon, 2nd Jan 2012
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personal computing devices
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Sir Jonathan Ive knighted as Apple focuses on the complete user experience over content for its upcoming iTV, alongside ergonomics and AirPlay innovations.
Leading with innovation
Thu, 1st Dec 2011
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In a blend of lateral thinking and innovation, Palmerston North and Horizons Councils’ adaptive call centre earned the 2011 Initiative of the Year award.
Microsoft Partner Awards winners named
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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intergen
Key honours at Microsoft NZ's Partner Awards 2011, as GreenButton and Provoke shine in Auckland, uplifting tech innovation and community impact.
Seek names top IT recruiters
Fri, 11th Nov 2011
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seek
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recruitment
Seek Annual Recruitment Awards (SARAs) has given IT managers an indication of which recruitment agencies jobseekers like the best.
Remembering Steve
Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Apple honours Steve Jobs with a tribute page and private events, showcasing global condolences and celebrating his legacy.
ICONZ appoints new CEO
Fri, 30th Sep 2011
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mpa
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iconz
ICONZ names Roly Smoldon, a seasoned IT expert from MPA New Zealand, as its new CEO, following Sean McDonald's departure.
Polycom Microsoft UC Innovation Partner of the Year
Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Polycom wins 2011 Microsoft UC Innovation Partner of the Year for enhancing collaboration through cutting-edge integrated conferencing solutions.
Kiwi tech co wins US security industry award
Thu, 5th May 2011
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cartech
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cybersecurity
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awards
Dunedin-based Tracplus Global was awarded top honours in the First Responder category at The Security Summit in San Diego, California.
TUANZ call for entries
Tue, 3rd May 2011
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uc
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telco
TUANZ, in partnership with Voco, announces the prestigious TUANZ Innovation Awards for the telecoms industry, calling for revolutionary entries.
iPhone 4 wins Best Mobile Device
Fri, 18th Feb 2011
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The Global Mobile Awards 2011 have been announced from the Mobile World Congress with Apple and Angry Birds taking top honours.