About Ryan
Ryan Morris-Reade
Contributor
Ryan is a freelance writer, web developer, carpenter and tech enthusiast. Based near Auckland, New Zealand, he loves to read and write, cook and eat, build PCs and furniture, play the ukulele and is a keen outdoor enthusiast. When not on a laptop or in the workshop he’s probably exploring New Zealand backcountry with his dog.
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Board games go digital for the festive season
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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holiday season
More than a million people are using the Bubble system, which allows gamers to add friends and family to group video chats.
One-stop eCommerce live streaming solution boosting business
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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digital entertainment
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online shopping
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streaming
A new live-streaming solution is helping boost eCommerce sales, according to Agora, a real-time engagement platform.
Likewize acquires Optus subsidiary for $200 million and enters 15 year partnership with Optus
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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m&a
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optus
Likewize acquires Optus subsidiary and secures 15-year partnership, expanding its device insurance services in Australia.
Gaming company Polemos to enable the monetisation of NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
Wed, 29th Dec 2021
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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nfc
Gaming company Polemos aims to create the first GameFi platform allowing users to monetise NFT gaming assets from blockchain games.
Atturra lists on the ASX raising approximately $24.8 million through its Initial IPO
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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asx
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digital technology
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cloud services
Atturra begins trading on ASX following a successful IPO, raising $24.8m. The Australian tech firm aims to become the country's largest IT solutions provider.
Fortinet partners with PGA of Australia and the ISPS Handa PGA Tour of Australasia.
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Fortinet partners with PGA of Australia in multi-year deal, featuring the Fortinet Australian PGA Championship.
Gartner explains what security leaders need to know, and do, about Log4j
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Log4j vulnerability prompts urgent action from security leaders. Gartner's Jonathan Care explains risks and steps to take.
LG to demonstrate new ways of using flexible OLED displays
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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oled
LG will demonstrate its new flexible OLED technology at CES 2022, showing how it can create new and different experiences in the home.
Blockchain company DigitalX appoints new CEO after extensive search process
Tue, 28th Dec 2021
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cryptocurrency
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fintech
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blockchain
Experienced finance exec, Lisa Wade, appointed as CEO of DigitalX, the world's first publicly listed Bitcoin company.
A new tool to help the MSP community combat Log4j
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
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security vulnerabilities
Datto is encouraging all MSPs to download a free script developed and made available on GitHub for any Remote Monitoring and Management solution.
New online shopping platform allows shoppers to get others to pay for their items
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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fintech
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martech
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commerce systems
New fintech startup YouPay offers a unique online shopping option where you pick what items you want from over 250 retailers and get someone else to pay.
1 in 10 servers and web apps vulnerable to Log4Shell
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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datacentre infrastructure
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Only 70% of organizations have scanned for the Log4Shell vulnerability, leaving 10% of assessed assets vulnerable, warns cybersecurity firm Tenable.
The British Council falls victim to two successful ransomware attacks
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
The British Council has admitted to falling victim to two successful ransomware attacks, resulting in 12 days of downtime over five years.
BHG shifts to new business model in 2022
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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crm
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saas
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digital transformation
BHG has announced transformation plans as it moves into the next phase of its three-year digitalisation journey.
Zoom releases a host of new features and updates, including video voicemail and workspace reservation
Mon, 27th Dec 2021
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hybrid & remote work
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wfh
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cloud telephony
Zoom has announced several new updates to Zoom Meetings, Chat and Phone, to create focused and customisable meeting experiences.
2022 cybersecurity predictions from CrowdStrike
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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ai security
With 2022 set to be another year full of cybersecurity threats, CrowdStrike predicts the most significant threats for next year.
What is Log4J and how does it affect you?
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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martech
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cybersecurity
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software development
Log4J software bug, aka Log4Shell, sparks concern as it affects various platforms. Norton Labs offers advice on protecting systems and applications.
IT leader predicts HR tech trends for 2022
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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digital transformation
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hcm
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hybrid & remote work
HR tech software is set to experience significant growth in 2022, focusing on employee experience and workflow efficiencies.
Accenture named a leader in IDC managed cloud services vendor assessment
Fri, 24th Dec 2021
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partner programmes
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digital transformation
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managed services
Accenture has been named a leader in the latest IDC MarketScape, Asia Pacific (excluding Japan) Managed Cloud Services 2021 vendor assessment.
Kacific will use AWS to scale up broadband delivery for APAC
Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
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uc
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spacetech
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hyperscale
Kacific Broadband Satellites plans to migrate its IT infrastructure to AWS to deliver broadband internet to rural areas in Southeast Asia and the Pacific.