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Angelina Farry named new CEO of IAB New Zealand
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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IAB New Zealand appoints Angelina Farry, a veteran of the NZ advertising industry with over two decades of experience, as its new CEO.
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Plerion becomes only Australian software firm with AWS Security Competency status
Wed, 13th Dec 2023
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cloud services
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public cloud
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cloud security
Australian cybersecurity firm Plerion secures exclusive AWS Security Competency status, affirming its cloud security prowess.
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Wheldon's departure throws TV future into sharp relief
Thu, 5th May 2016
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digital entertainment
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mediaworks
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broadcasting
While there's little doubt that Wheldon's legacy to NZ TV for the foreseeable future will continue, little is said about the digital onslaught.
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3NOW app debuts on new Apple TV
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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apple
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mediaworks
The 3NOW app will be available from the Apple TV App store and will feature all content from both TV3 and FOUR.
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Pacific Islands to access more NZ TV and Sport, for free
Fri, 11th Sep 2015
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digital entertainment
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tvnz
The Government has launched a new broadcasting initiative that will see several Pacific Islands have access to more NZ TV content and sports coverage.
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Dunne Speaks - the demise of John Campbell
Wed, 27th May 2015
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social media
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mediaworks
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tv3
Campbell’s demise demonstrates the turmoil of traditional media as it seeks to compete with the explosion of outlets and the tsunami of social media.
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Are TV networks out of step with tech?
Fri, 22nd May 2015
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digital entertainment
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twitter
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facebook
Ignoring such a public outcry could be seen as a balsy move, or it could highlight just how out of touch with tech mediaworks execs are.
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Shots continue in global mode fracas
Mon, 20th Apr 2015
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global mode
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tvnz
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lightbox
Global Mode developer BNSL is calling for a declaratory judgement in the global mode fracas, but says it will defend any action.
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Consumer: Global mode action 'protectionism' and 'huge blow for consumers'
Mon, 13th Apr 2015
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lightbox
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tvnz
Consumer NZ slams proposed action to block global mode, calling it a huge blow to consumers and protectionism of old content distribution models.
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One down... First ISP bows to geo-block pressure
Tue, 7th Apr 2015
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lightbox
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unlimited internet
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tvnz
Unlimited Internet has become the first New Zealand ISP to bow to pressure from broadcasters over ISPs providing access to geo-blocked content.
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Kiwi streaming companies VS the world
Tue, 7th Apr 2015
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orcon
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slingshot
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lightbox
In response to what they believe is a breach of copyright, Lightbox, MediaWorks, SKY and TVNZ intend to take action against ISPs promoting Global Mode.
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Freeview shakes it up with FreeviewPlus
Mon, 30th Mar 2015
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digital entertainment
FreeviewPlus will marry broadcast television with on-demand content allowing viewers to watch catch-up and premiere shows on their TV.
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Mediaworks returns to profit as radio boosts income
Mon, 23rd Feb 2015
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Mediaworks Investments, the free-to-air broadcaster, has returned to profitability in its first 10 months under a new capital structure.
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MediaWorks to produce Prime News as part of new SKY and Prime partnership
Tue, 27th Jan 2015
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mediaworks
SKY TV partners with MediaWorks to produce Prime News - First at 5.30, drawing on over 200 staff members nationwide and foreign correspondents.
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TV giants question Slingshot's interpretation of the law...
Thu, 7th Aug 2014
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digital entertainment
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slingshot
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netflix
TV giants clash with Slingshot over legal interpretations amid a heated debate on geo-blocking and content importation laws.
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Opinion: Broadcasters, it’s over to you…
Thu, 7th Aug 2014
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digital entertainment
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quickflix
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netflix
Broadcasters face a call to evolve and champion local content over international imports, as audiences favour access over restriction.
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Free TV, but not for long
Wed, 2nd Dec 2009
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digital entertainment
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tvnz
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telecommunications
Telecom is extending its free mobile TV offering for two months to enable an influx of new customers to sample the offering.