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The Pirate Bay scoffs at search ban suggestion
Gaming

The Pirate Bay scoffs at search ban suggestion

RIAA says search engines should block illegal file sharing sites – why the most popular site of all thinks it's a good idea.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
Pressure on Telstra to confirm NZ plans
Unified Communications

Pressure on Telstra to confirm NZ plans

Telstra faces intensifying pressure to outline its future in NZ amid rumours of selling TelstraClear to Vodafone. Speculations rise on potential market moves.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
Nasdaq to pay US$40m for Facebook fumble
Facebook

Nasdaq to pay US$40m for Facebook fumble

Nasdaq proposes a US$40m fund to settle Facebook IPO mishaps, facing criticism for inadequate compensation and undermining competitors.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
Quality, not cost now driving VoIP uptake
Unified Communications

Quality, not cost now driving VoIP uptake

Businesses prioritise voice quality over cost, driving a surge in VoIP adoption for enhanced communication efficiency.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
Free UFB breakfasts with Orcon
Unified Communications

Free UFB breakfasts with Orcon

Special Auckland events for consumers, businesses and schools who want to know more about making the most of fibre.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 1 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
Ron Jeremy fronts for PETA's new .xxx site
PETA

Ron Jeremy fronts for PETA's new .xxx site

Animal cruelty prevention charity continues its tradition of edgy campaigns with website on controversial domain.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2012
'Turn IPv6 on and leave it on'
Google

'Turn IPv6 on and leave it on'

Facebook, Google, and other major internet firms will permanently switch to IPv6 at midday NZT today, marking a pivotal step in global internet infrastructure.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2012
Microsoft shows off Halo 4 at E3
Gaming

Microsoft shows off Halo 4 at E3

Microsoft dazzles E3 with the return of Master Chief in Halo 4, claiming it to be 2012's biggest release alongside other exciting announcements.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2012
Vodafone NZ in talks to buy TelstraClear
Unified Communications

Vodafone NZ in talks to buy TelstraClear

Vodafone NZ eyes TelstraClear acquisition in a move that could bolster its 4G spectrum and reshape the telecommunications landscape.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2012
Facebook trialling parental controls for under-13s
Facebook

Facebook trialling parental controls for under-13s

Facebook is testing new parental controls to allow under-13s on the network, with parent-linked accounts to monitor usage.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2012

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Written by Mike

Toshiba ultrabook offers ultra-wide screen
Ultrabook

Toshiba ultrabook offers ultra-wide screen

14.4-inch screen boasts 21:9 aspect ratio, meaning you can watch movies as the makers intended - only much, much smaller.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 1 min read • Thu, 7th Jun 2012
'Our job is to make a hero of the CIO': Commvault
Commvault

'Our job is to make a hero of the CIO': Commvault

Commvault is empowering CIOs in New Zealand through combined reseller and end user events, marking a significant shift towards independent marketing strategies.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2012
MYOB offers free websites for SMBs
Fintech

MYOB offers free websites for SMBs

MYOB and Westpac team up to boost kiwi SMBs' online presence with free website access for a year, aiming to support 10,000 businesses.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2012