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Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) stories - Page 20

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Mobile malware creation is now as easy as downloading an app

Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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Mobile malware creation is as easy as downloading an app and potential criminals don't even need to write a single line of code.
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Malware in your DNA sequence data? Technically, it's possible

Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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Could hackers exploit your DNA sequence and encode it with malware? A new study from the University of Washington says yes, it's possible.
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$21m Govt funding to power REANNZ innovation network for next seven years

Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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The REANNZ network will receive an extra $21 million funding over the next seven years allocated from MBIE's Strategic Science Investment Fund.
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Infor announces AI assistant Coleman for CloudSuite applications

Wed, 12th Jul 2017
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Infor unveils Coleman, an AI platform enhancing CloudSuite apps with smarter, faster decision-making and efficiency boosts.
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Frost & Sullivan recognizes Asia Pacific's best & brightest ICT firms

Fri, 7th Jul 2017
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Asia Pacific's biggest names in technology have topped the list at the 2017 Frost & Sullivan ICT Awards, held in Singapore last night.
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Infosys: How businesses can overcome the artificial barriers to AI

Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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Roles which require emotional intelligence, imagination and human interaction will continue to be relevant and must be filled by human beings.
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Dell's 'Legacy of Good' plan underscores commitment to team, society & environment

Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
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Dell showcases CSR achievements post-EMC merger with its 'Legacy of Good' plan, aiming to advance human progress.
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Remote observation tech gives classrooms an Ocean view

Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Using tech-enabled ocean observation tools, a teacher in Hampton Hill School is bringing the science of the seas into her classroom.
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Science is alive and well in South Auckland schools

Wed, 31st May 2017
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Schools in South Auckland partner with STEM sponsors for new science projects, from beehive monitoring to robotic watering systems.
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Intel ANZ MD Kate Burleigh throws in the towel after 20 years

Tue, 30th May 2017
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One of Intel's most noted country managers has decided to call it quits as the managing director for Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).
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Programmer ignites students' creative spark with game design

Mon, 22nd May 2017
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Company-X programmer Marcel van de Steeg inspired Hamilton students with a game design workshop, igniting a creative spark that inspired him in return.
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You're invited: Young women get to work with tech mentors

Thu, 18th May 2017
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Want to encourage young women in our schools to pursue STEM and exciting careers in the tech sector? ShadowTech Day will help them meet their mentors.
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Start-ups, FinTech & broadband: Tech features of the Australian Budget 2016-17

Thu, 11th May 2017
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Aussie Budget '16-'17 boosts tech prowess with FinTech sandbox, tax relief for start-ups, and broadband plans, fuelling a digital economy renaissance.
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You're invited: Strategies for an Artificially Superintelligent Future

Wed, 10th May 2017
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David Miller invites you to join a discussion on the future of artificial intelligence. The talk is part of the Hutt City Council's STEMM Festival.
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New coding kit for kids set to be a game changer

Fri, 5th May 2017
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Founder and CEO of littleBits, Ayah Bdeir says the combination of games with a tactile experience makes for an incredible learning tool.
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Optus Business launches Cyber Education program for Australian students

Thu, 4th May 2017
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Optus Business has launched a new Cyber Education program designed to encourage students to consider a career in cybersecurity.
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How to make to most of Techweek 17: Part One

Mon, 1st May 2017
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A quick-start guide to planning your Techweek 17 adventures. Take a look at what Educators recommends to head along to in the first 5 days of events.
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Hutt Valley celebrates women in tech

Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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Hutt STEMM Festival aims to inspire young women into tech careers through breakfast talks and hands-on activities. #STEMM #womenintech.
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Fintech industry makes nod at gender diversity with new award for women

Thu, 6th Apr 2017
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Australian fintechs shine a spotlight on gender diversity, launching a Female Leader award amid industry equality concerns.
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Listen up: Android.Lockdroid.E ransomware makes victims speak out loud

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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Android users are being targeted in a new type of ransomware attack that uses speech recognition as the unlock code method.