Mentorship stories - Page 12
Microsoft: Saying goodbye to passwords and saying 'Hello' to better encryption
Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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biometrics
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microsoft
Microsoft heralds the end of passwords, embracing Windows Hello encryption for a safer online experience, led by Molly Dalton's vision.
Kiwibank Accelerator & Simmonds Stewart to mentor NZ's promising FinTech startups
Fri, 14th Oct 2016
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fintech
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simmonds stewart
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creative hq
Creative HQ and Kiwibank launch the new Kiwibank FinTech Accelerator, and now they have gained the support of law firm Simmonds Stewart.
Spark launches nationwide Spark Lab tour
Mon, 5th Sep 2016
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digital entertainment
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support
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speakers
Spark Lab events will be held across New Zealand, with events in Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, Wellington, Dunedin and Christchurch.
The six biggest ICT trends at COMPUTEX 2016
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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robots
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computex
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ict
COMPUTEX trade show showcased 6 big trends: Industry 4.0, market expansion to Asia, startup innovation, Internet of Things, virtual reality & gaming.
$1 million in grants for Sign Language projects
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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government
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sign language
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online tools
The New Zealand government grants over USD $1 million from the NZSL Fund to support projects enhancing the use and proficiency of New Zealand Sign Language.
Managers! Why are you telling employees you don’t want them to collaborate?
Tue, 26th Apr 2016
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uc
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collaboration
Collaboration is the oft-stated goal of a myriad of technology deployments from knowledge management to social software to digital workplace.
Lightning Lab backs Kiwi start-ups thinking big
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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accelerator
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The Lightning Lab has announced the digital startups that will take part in the Lightning Lab 2016 Auckland Programme and the Wellington XX Programme.
Readify tackles the IT skills shortage in Australia
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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it industry
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studentit
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readify
Readify pioneers graduate programme against Oz IT shortage, merging industry and academia to foster tech talent.
Lower Hutt home to NZ's first ever manufacturing startup hub
Mon, 31st Aug 2015
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it in manufacturing
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callaghan innovation
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lightning lab
Lightning Lab Manufacturing is the fifth Lightning Lab to run since its inception in 2013, and the first in New Zealand to centre around hardware.
Sydney-based fintech hub opens its doors
Wed, 26th Aug 2015
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fintech
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data analytics
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martech
Stone - Chalk, a fintech hub in Sydney, has opened its doors, welcoming 41 companies and aiming to boost Australia's fintech sector.
Intel to invest $800K in edtech startups
Fri, 7th Aug 2015
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edutech
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intel
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startups
Intel has selected eight startups to take part in its first Education Accelerator, and announced it is set to invest up to $100,000 in each.
Microsoft Ventures partners with Lightning Lab for 2015 programme
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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microsoft
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lightning lab
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microsoft ventures
In 2015 Microsoft Ventures is again partnering with Lightning Lab to provide start-ups with tools needed to bring ventures to market.
Microsoft Student Accelerator programme launches Kiwi students into IT industry
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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edutech
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software development
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microsoft
The 2015 Microsoft Student Accelerator (MSA) summer work programme is underway with 94 New Zealand university students earning placements.
Mentors on tap at The Lightning Lab
Wed, 8th Oct 2014
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entrepreneur
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startups
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mentorship
The Lightning Lab expands to Auckland, offering start-ups mentoring, seed capital, and a chance to turn ideas into reality.
Kiwi start-up bags top IBM ANZ honour...
Thu, 4th Sep 2014
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iot
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ibm
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nz
NZ's 9 Spokes wins IBM SmartCamp Sydney, earning mentorship and a shot at global entrepreneurship acclaim with their innovative business dashboard.
Closing the gender gap in the NZ tech space...
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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mentorship
Efforts are being made in New Zealand to encourage women into IT, with Microsoft donating $1 million to provide pathways for young Kiwis.
Apple co-founder Woz to judge top Kiwi tech talent
Tue, 24th Jun 2014
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personal computing devices
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technology gifts
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smb
Apple's Wozniak and Sir Richard Branson to judge NZ's finest in global tech contest, highlighting Kiwi innovation on the world stage.
More on me: Colin Hewett, Fuji Xerox Printers
Wed, 28th May 2014
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fuji xerox
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more on me
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Fuji Xerox Printers Commercial/Distribution Manager Colin Hewett reflects on his journey in the technology industry.
Lightning Lab joins forces with Microsoft Ventures
Fri, 21st Feb 2014
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microsoft
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microsoft ventures
NZ's Lightning Lab teams up with Microsoft Ventures to supercharge local startups with unparalleled mentorship and resources.
Kiwi tech firm unleashing the beast
Mon, 8th Jul 2013
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hybrid & remote work
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personal computing devices
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unleashed software
Cloud company Unleashed Software increases staff count by 60%, relocates it offices to Auckland's North Shore and raises salaries to 20% above market average.