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Wearables for Good challenge celebrates life-changing technology
Wearables

Wearables for Good challenge celebrates life-changing technology

Necklace storing medical records and wearable soap win UNICEF's Wearables for Good challenge. Prize: $15,000 each.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 11th Dec 2015
Digital citizens need more vigilance about online safety
Online security

Digital citizens need more vigilance about online safety

Digital citizens, from consumers and SMBs to multinationals, are being encouraged to increase their awareness about safe internet use.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2015
Wi-Fi from space, courtesy of Facebook
Unified Communications

Wi-Fi from space, courtesy of Facebook

Facebook plans to bring internet access to remote regions via aircraft, satellites and a partnership with Eutelsat.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Oct 2015
Integrated IT helping organisations keep costs down
Enterprise Resource Planning

Integrated IT helping organisations keep costs down

Integrated IT solutions are helping not-for-profit organisations keep a lid on rising operation costs, according to software firm Greentree.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Sep 2015
ShoreTel boosts product range on back of double-digit growth
Unified Communications

ShoreTel boosts product range on back of double-digit growth

Amidst robust growth, ShoreTel expands its product line and targets local government and non-profits, with The Salvation Army already on board.

By Anthony Caruana • 3 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2015
Cyber attacks target New Zealand charities
Email Security

Cyber attacks target New Zealand charities

New Zealand charities hit by cyber attacks, with NetSafe reporting automated attempts to validate stolen credit cards.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2015
Social media giving a voice to those without a voice
Facebook

Social media giving a voice to those without a voice

The ability to help animals has become far more accessible with the use of technology. Apps, websites and social media help people who want to get involved.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2014
Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives
EduTech

Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives

Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Nov 2014
Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape
YouTube

Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape

Social media enables charities to target different audiences, get more people involved and increase awareness of their brand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
Social Media Charity Crazes - will there be another ice bucket challenge?
Facebook

Social Media Charity Crazes - will there be another ice bucket challenge?

Charity through viral challenges: more than just a trend? After the ice bucket challenge, the real impact and future potentials are questioned.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2014
NZ's top business leaders up for charity auction...
Not for profit

NZ's top business leaders up for charity auction...

NZ's business elite auction their expertise for ChildFund, aiming to boost Sri Lanka's livelihood through unique mentoring lunches.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 27th May 2014
How Richard Branson became the million-follower man
LinkedIn

How Richard Branson became the million-follower man

Sir Richard Branson becomes the first LinkedIn Influencer to surpass one million followers, doubling Barack Obama's count and setting a new record.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Dec 2012

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Ingram Micro tees up charity golf for Kiwi resellers
Not for profit

Ingram Micro tees up charity golf for Kiwi resellers

Resellers are being invited to enjoy some golfing and networking in the name of charity, at Ingram Micro's CureKids Annual Charity Golf Tournament.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Jan 2016
Data#3 golf day creates Starlight wishes for children
Partner Programmes

Data#3 golf day creates Starlight wishes for children

A day of charity golf with customers and vendors has seen Data#3 raise a record $25,000 for the Starlight Children's Foundation.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Wed, 11th Nov 2015
CharityWorks looks to tech sector for volunteers
Cloud Services

CharityWorks looks to tech sector for volunteers

CharityWorks.com.au bridges the gap between tech newbies and charities, offering vital work experience while fostering community aid.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Jun 2015
Technology more important than ever for Kiwi not-for-profits
Connecting Up

Technology more important than ever for Kiwi not-for-profits

Upgrading out-of-date infrastructure and making better use of online media are top priorities for NZ not-for-profits in their efforts to keep up in th.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2015
How to protect your business from online scams
Email Security

How to protect your business from online scams

NetSafe has offered up some advice for how businesses can protect themselves from online scams and credit card fraudsters.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Jan 2015
Provoke urges Kiwis to dig deep for Child Cancer Foundation
Provoke Solutions

Provoke urges Kiwis to dig deep for Child Cancer Foundation

The team at Provoke have helped launch the March Appeal Microsite for the Child Cancer Foundation, in a bid to ramp up greater awareness about the illness.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 11th Mar 2014