Banking stories - Page 111

Mike Smith returns to IBM following 17 years in the ICT industry
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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Mike Smith returns to IBM as Managing Director for New Zealand, bringing extensive expertise in cloud computing and artificial intelligence.

Malicious exploit kit targeting Internet Explorer users, on global scale
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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banking
ESET uncovers 'Stegano', a devious exploit kit victimising Internet Explorer users globally through high-traffic site ads.

Kiwi SMBs struggling to recruit skilled staff
Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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accounting systems
Small businesses in New Zealand are facing difficulties in recruiting skilled staff, according to a report from MYOB.

Why Cloudera is quickly becoming the 'backbone' of enterprise data hubs
Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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planning
Cloudera Enterprise is fast becoming the 'backbone' of enterprise data hubs as customers journey their way to digital transformation.

Symantec’s cyber security predictions for 2017
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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analyst report
security experts Symantec have compiled a list of 10 security threat predictions for 2017 as cybercriminals change tactics. Here's what can we expect.

Android ransomware spreads further, with new methods in its toolbox
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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ransomware
New Android ransomware tactics emerge, using encrypted payloads and email scams to exploit users, with a new focus on Chinese markets.

Oracle plans to get more out of NetSuite
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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financial systems
Oracle has completed its tender offer for NetSuite and has announced plans to leverage its resources to globalize the mid-market enterprise.

Xero debuts new partner program & chatbot powered advisory directory
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Xero launches its new partner program and advisory directory, connecting over 100,000 business advisors with small businesses.

Xero and Apple Pay unite for easier payments
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Xero integrates Apple Pay, speeding up invoice payments for 862k users and enhancing small business cash flows.

New Zealand finally gets Android Pay - but only if you're with BNZ
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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commerce systems
Android users can finally rejoice as Android Pay is now officially available in New Zealand - but only to BNZ customers.

Google recommends Xero to business customers
Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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fintech
Xero joins Google's Recommended for G Suite programme, highlighting its ease of use and integration with 500+ business apps.

Android.Fakebank.B malware variants trick users through social engineering
Wed, 30th Nov 2016
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cybersecurity
Symantec is warning Android users to watch out for a banking malware that is whitelisting itself to stay active and monitored by attackers.

Interconnection: Machine learning & Artificial Intelligence
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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Of course the million dollar question was how to harness these insights and leverage them to forge business advantage.

Blockchain, a game-changing new technology
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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auckland university
Blockchain, the technology behind Bitcoin, is set to go mainstream and transform various aspects of everyday life, according to legal and banking experts.

Xero completes two year data migration to Amazon Web Services
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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New Zealand-based accounting software company Xero has completed a two-year transition to Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud infrastructure.

Xero takes home NZ international business award
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Xero wins Excellence in Leadership award at New Zealand Business Awards. CEO Rod Drury accepts and emphasizes company's commitment to social challenges.

Former NZME exec to head MYOB's NZ operations
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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accounting systems
Carolyn Luey, formerly of NZME, takes the helm of MYOB's NZ division, eyeing innovation and local business success.

New ScanPOS Point-of-Sale malware heavily targets hospitality sector
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Proofpoint researchers have discovered a Point-of-Sale malware that is targeting organisations worldwide, including those in Australia.

Use your 'common-sense' online this holiday season, researcher says
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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Beware of online cybersecurity scams this Christmas as fake retail apps appear on app stores, warns cybersecurity expert.

The Top 9 communications tools for Salesforce
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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data analytics
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Boost Salesforce connectivity with our definitive guide to the best comms tools from Dreamforce, featuring game-changing apps like eSignLive.