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 48
49 inches: Samsung's latest gaming monitor steps up to Dual QHD
Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
Samsung unveils its 49-inch CRG9 gaming monitor featuring Dual QHD, 32:9 aspect ratio, 120Hz refresh rate, and AMD Radeon FreeSync 2 HDR technology.
Jobs 'aplenty' for freelance writers, devs & eCommerce specialists?
Thu, 17th Jan 2019
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martech
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commerce systems
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software development
Freelance writing and API development topped the list of fastest-growing jobs in 2018, driven by surging demand for digital content and web services.
Adobe revamps Experience Cloud for retailers
Wed, 16th Jan 2019
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cx
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martech
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commerce systems
Adobe has revamped its Adobe Experience Cloud to offer customer experience management (CXM) capabilities that draw on AI and machine learning technology.
Report on SingHealth breach condemns poor security practices
Tue, 15th Jan 2019
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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data breach
A report on SingHealth's 2018 data breach criticises inadequate security practices, revealing that staff missteps and system flaws left patient data exposed.
Tesla wants people to hack its Model 3
Tue, 15th Jan 2019
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virtualisation
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cartech
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it automation
Tesla is offering white hat hackers what could be the chance of a lifetime – the opportunity to hack one of its Model 3 vehicles.
How to tackle cyber threats in your home
Tue, 15th Jan 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
How should you start securing your devices? The company has provided tips for actions you can take across social media, home routers, TVs, and many more.
Cisco Talos releases PyLocky ransomware decryptor - but there's a catch
Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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encryption
Cisco Talos has unveiled a free PyLocky ransomware decryptor for Windows—but users must meet stringent network monitoring prerequisites for it to work.
Facebook ban serves as stern warning for marketing firms
Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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martech
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facebook
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marketing
Facebook has banned a digital marketing group in the Philippines from its platform after the agency allegedly violated spam and misrepresentation policies.
Firefly's journey from $100 to the Deloitte Fast 50 in just four years
Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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martech
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deloitte
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marketing
With just NZD $100 and an Auckland bedroom, Firefly soared to the Deloitte Fast 50, achieving a near-NZD $2 million turnover and 254% growth annually.
Oracle launches cloud suite for retail sector
Mon, 14th Jan 2019
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hyperscale
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dc
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supply chain
Oracle introduces a cloud suite for retailers, centralising store operations and enabling faster, more responsive service while cutting data centre costs.
DJI's pricy drone remote will only work with 2 drones - so far
Fri, 11th Jan 2019
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drones
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dji
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retail
The DJI Smart Controller is built especially for new drones – but so far there are only two drones that are compatible.
Smart kitchens: A look at Samsung's Family Hub 2019
Fri, 11th Jan 2019
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smart home
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samsung
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bixby
Samsung's Family Hub 2019 debuted at CES, showcasing AI and IoT integration to enhance kitchen experiences. Can smart tech revolutionise daily routines?.
Remember ransomware? The threat is still very real
Thu, 10th Jan 2019
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malware
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dr
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ransomware
Ransomware attacks continue to pose a serious threat to businesses, with criminals adopting a targeted approach and demanding larger ransoms.
Encryption app to help travellers secure their devices
Thu, 10th Jan 2019
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encryption
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data privacy
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immigration
Researchers in the UK are developing an app called 'Shatter Secrets' to help travellers protect their digital information from border control agents.
Sony to launch a slew of home entertainment goodies
Thu, 10th Jan 2019
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
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displays
Sony unveils its latest home entertainment lineup at CES Las Vegas, featuring 8K TVs, new soundbars, Alexa-enabled headphones, and a wireless turntable.
Phishing emails only going to get smarter, warns security firm
Wed, 9th Jan 2019
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firewalls
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phishing
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email security
Phishing emails typically mimic the look and feel of an email written by someone in authority, such as a bank, or even a colleague.
Rapid IT drives Hamilton Expressway forward
Wed, 9th Jan 2019
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data analytics
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martech
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planning
Software firm Company-X has developed a prototype to help roading experts analyse data for New Zealand's Hamilton Expressway.
Amazon rumoured to buy Israel DR firm CloudEndure
Tue, 8th Jan 2019
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dr
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Amazon is rumoured to be buying Israeli cloud computing startup CloudEndure for USD $200 million, sparking intrigue in the tech community.
LG launches a 'rollable' TV that disappears into its base
Tue, 8th Jan 2019
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
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displays
LG unveils the 65-inch Signature OLED TV R, a 'rollable' television that seamlessly disappears into its base, redefining home entertainment spaces.
NVIDIA's GeForce RTX 2060 hails 'next-gen gaming'
Tue, 8th Jan 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nvidia
NVIDIA unveils the GeForce RTX 2060, claiming it heralds next-gen gaming with unbeatable performance and real-time ray tracing at an accessible price.