About Sara
Sara Barker
Copywriter and Senior News Editor
Sara lives in a world of words and stories. For more than six years she has been delving deep into the rich world of tech news, content creation, journalism and reviews for Techday. She brings an academic background in information systems, marketing, radio, and journalism to her role. She enjoys casual gaming, cats, and reading.
Former TechDay team member.
Stories by Sara - Page 37
Toyota & Panasonic to create 'connected towns' in Japan
Fri, 10th May 2019
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smart cities
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smart home
Toyota and Panasonic plan to revolutionise daily life in Japan by creating 'smart towns' where homes, transport, and services are interconnected.
PrinterLogic software vulnerable to remote attacks
Thu, 9th May 2019
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printing
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security vulnerabilities
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printerlogic
Businesses using PrinterLogic Print Management Software are urged to deploy 'always on' VPNs amid new vulnerabilities that risk remote attacks on workstations.
Another cryptocurrency exchange breached, but at least investors are safe
Thu, 9th May 2019
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crypto
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blockchain
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breach prevention
Binance has been hacked, losing 7000 Bitcoin (USD $41 million) from its BTC hot wallet. Customer funds remain safe, covered by its Secure Asset Fund.
Tech Data dives into analytics & IoT solution offerings
Thu, 9th May 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
This week, the company launched its Analytics and IoT solution factory, which expands on offerings available through its Cloud Solution Factory.
What your privacy means to Google - and what it's doing about it
Thu, 9th May 2019
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google
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security week
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google i/o
Google has declared that it's all about making privacy work for everyone – despite its long-held reputation as an information harvester.
Quick facts about Google Assistant & Nest Hub Max
Thu, 9th May 2019
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smart home
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google
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google assistant
Google I/O reveals exciting updates for Google Nest Hub Max and Google Assistant, enhancing home automation and user personalisation.
IDC: Red Hat Enterprise Linux to power $10 trillion in revenue this year
Wed, 8th May 2019
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open source
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linux
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red hat
Red Hat Enterprise Linux is set to generate over USD $10 trillion in global business revenue this year, equating to 5% of the world's economy.
Dynata & Glow bring data services to Asia Pacific
Wed, 8th May 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
The partnership leverages Dynata's Samplify product to programmatically deliver data streams to Glow's platform.
How mobile workers can become even more efficient
Tue, 7th May 2019
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document management
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ecm
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martech
Automating manual processes such as invoices and forms can create a better environment for workflows, mobile employees, and customer experiences.
Microsoft's biggest announcements from Build 2019
Tue, 7th May 2019
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uc
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devops
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data analytics
Microsoft Build 2019 introduces new innovations for Microsoft 365, including features like Microsoft Graph data connect and the Fluid Framework.
It's 'lights out' for two more dark web marketplaces
Mon, 6th May 2019
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cybersecurity
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dark web
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europol
Don't be fooled if you see talk that Wall Street Market has been taken down – because it's most likely not what you think.
Qlik appoints former OneLogin VP as its new APAC leader
Mon, 6th May 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Qlik has appointed Geoff Thomas to lead its business in Asia Pacific as the data analytics firm focuses on customer success and growth.
Soon you could earn cryptocurrency as you drive
Mon, 6th May 2019
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crypto
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blockchain
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smart home
Jaguar Land Rover is testing 'smart wallet' tech that could let drivers earn cryptocurrency by reporting road conditions, with rewards like coffee and parking.
D-Link security cams vulnerable to spying
Mon, 6th May 2019
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smart home
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d-link
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home security
Security flaws in D-Link's DCS-2132L cloud cameras, discovered by ESET, expose users in Australia and New Zealand to potential spying and firmware attacks.
Consumers 'creeped out' by IoT devices as distrust reigns supreme
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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iot
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smart home
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data privacy
A new Internet Society study reveals 63% of global consumers find IoT devices, like smart TVs and security cameras, 'creepy' due to privacy concerns.
Thunderstruck! All your essential computer ports in one tiny device
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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elgato
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thunderbolt
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accessories
Simplify your workstation with Elgato's Thunderbolt 3 Mini Dock, combining USB, HDMI, Ethernet, and DisplayPort in one compact device.
Docker & Sumo Logic team up for better application performance
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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virtualisation
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data analytics
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martech
Docker and Sumo Logic have teamed up to enhance application performance monitoring, offering joint customers improved diagnostics and faster release cycles.
Blockchain, edge, AI & ML - Microsoft goes all-out for devs
Fri, 3rd May 2019
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devops
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public cloud
Microsoft reveals an array of new Azure services aimed at empowering developers with AI, blockchain, IoT, and mixed reality, ahead of Microsoft Build.
Dutch firm wants to restore Notre Dame by 3D printing it
Thu, 2nd May 2019
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printing
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retail
A Dutch firm, Concr3de, proposes using 3D printing with recycled Notre Dame rubble to restore the iconic Parisian cathedral, blending history with modern tech.
Data for Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre to launch in Melbourne
Wed, 1st May 2019
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data analytics
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Swinburne University of Technology is launching a new Data for Social Good Cloud Innovation Centre (CIC), powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS).