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OpenUK report examines state of open source skills in the UK
Last week
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recruitment
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connectivity
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capital
OpenUK's 'Skills or Bust' report highlights potential for economic growth through open source skills in the UK.
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Mapping the future of UK's digital economy at Parliament
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silicon valley
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parliament
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innovation
UK industry leaders gathered at Parliament to strategise on the future of the digital economy, covering digital skills, diversity, and sustainability.
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Data centre construction boom shifts focus to emerging markets
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ml
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digitalisation
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silicon valley
Data centre construction costs in emerging markets rise by as much as 22% according to Turner & Townsend's Data Centre Cost Index 2023.
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Private Internet Access expands global server network to 91 countries
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surveillance
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vpn
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privacy
Private Internet Access (PIA) has expanded its global server network to 91 countries, strengthening its position in the cybersecurity sector.
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Boomi unveils GenAI tool, Boomi GPT, simplifying automation
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digital transformation
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silicon valley
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data
Boomi has introduced Boomi GPT, its first offering in the Boomi AI suite, promising streamlined integration and automation on the Boomi platform.
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Let'sMOD’s platform brings generative AI into social gaming
Thu, 17th Aug 2023
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gaming
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ai
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silicon valley
Let’sMOD’s new offering uses quantum techniques, which are set to disrupt social gaming with generative microgame AI.
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Aussie businesses warned of impending cyber attack amid international tensions
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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wfh
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servers
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remote working
Australian businesses warned of impending cyber attack amid rising international tensions, following recent attack on News Corp. #Cybersecurity.
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Silicon Valley to lose its tech centre crown to global cities
Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
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innovation
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hardware
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silicon valley
A new survey of tech industry leaders found the majority believe it is likely the Valley will be usurped within four years by other cities around the world.
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CyrusOne invests in further Silicon Valley expansion
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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hyperscale
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servers
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silicon valley
The company has announced it has purchased an additional 8 acres of land in Santa Clara, with plans to expand its presence.
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Broadcom’s board of directors nab former Google Cloud COO
Tue, 15th Jan 2019
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semiconductor
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silicon valley
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appointments
Broadcom has added some new talent to its ranks with its latest appointment.
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Sektor to take customers on a tour of the future
Mon, 3rd Dec 2018
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silicon valley
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sektor
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it distributors
125 customers will be taken on a Silicon Valley study tour to hear from innovators, disruptors and leading thinkers to help inspire new solutions.
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Silicon Valley connection key to Kiwi growth, says expert
Tue, 4th Sep 2018
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agritech
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nztech
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silicon valley
Graeme Muller says that he has returned from the Bay Area with an understanding of just how valuable the Kiwi-Cali connection will be.
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'Don't be like Silicon Valley': Kiwi SaaS firms encouraged to look after their own
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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saas
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callaghan innovation
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silicon valley
New Zealand's tech sector gathers at the Southern SaaS event in Auckland to focus on achieving faster and smarter growth.
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NZTech chief: Agritech could be a lifeline for exporters
Thu, 30th Aug 2018
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agritech
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nztech
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silicon valley
We are on the cusp of some massive and exciting tech changes in our lives, says NZTech chief Graeme Muller.
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NZ agritech innovators touch down in Silicon Valley
Mon, 27th Aug 2018
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digital transformation
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agritech
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callaghan innovation
Thirty of New Zealand’s agritech innovators have finally landed in Silicon Valley this week as they get ready to put their innovations to the test.
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Silicon Valley connection to boost NZ's agritech sector
Thu, 9th Aug 2018
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ai
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startup
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agritech
An upcoming agritech conference in Silicon Valley may have a huge impact on New Zealand’s agritech sector, even from thousands of kilometres away.
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Research before implementation: The importance of understanding AI
Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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ai
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silicon valley
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research
Continental announced that it is expanding its international research network for AI.
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KOTRA reports opportunities for South Korean IT companies in Canada
Fri, 4th Aug 2017
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silicon valley
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kotra
Following complications in the U.S., Canada has been touted as the 'Second Silicon Valley' presenting a huge opportunity for Asian IT companies.
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Transform your mundane car into a self-driving vehicle with Drive.ai
Tue, 1st Aug 2017
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cartech
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ai
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self-driving cars
Self-driving vehicles may not be as far-fetched as originally anticipated with the technology being developed by Drive.ai...
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Taiwan aiming to become the new 'Asia Silicon Valley'
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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silicon valley
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taiwan
Taiwan wants to be the hub between Asia and Silicon Valley particularly in IoT development, becoming a global centre for tech entrepreneurship.
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Polycom's Jeff Rodman on starting small, innovation & success in Silicon Valley
Fri, 3rd Mar 2017
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wfh
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digital transformation
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quantum computing
Polycom co-founder Jeff Rodman speaks about his journey in the tech industry and the power of innovation in the age of digital transformation.
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‘Silicon Valley of western China’ to gain massive investment
Mon, 13th Feb 2017
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innovation
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silicon valley
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china information technology
The Chengdu Hi-tech Zone in western China is attracting global talent with its investments and plans for technological innovation.
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What the U.S election means for the tech sector
Wed, 9th Nov 2016
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apple
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technology gifts
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facebook
Pussy grabbing aside, what does the next President of the United States have in store for the tech sector?.
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SingularityU New Zealand Summit fast approaching - be prepared for the future
Fri, 7th Oct 2016
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3d printing
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iot
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ai
This event is the first of its kind in Australasia, giving participants the opportunity to delve into accelerating technologies and how we can adapt.