University of Waikato stories - Page 4
The next phase of digital technologies is here
Fri, 1st May 2015
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Touch, gesture and away-from-the-screen features are the future of digital technologies, says Professor Mark Apperley.
Air NZ and Canada's Aimia buy Waikato University's 11Ants
Thu, 9th Apr 2015
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Air New Zealand and Canadian marketing and loyalty analytics company Aimia have bought Waikato University spinoff 11Ants Analytics for an undisclosed.
Kiwi cyber security degree to be promoted throughout Asia
Mon, 9th Feb 2015
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The University of Waikato's masters degree in cyber security will be promoted throughout ASEAN markets with the help of a $33,000 Education New Zealand grant.
STRATUS project to help put New Zealand on global IT map
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Waikato University's STRATUS project aims to revolutionize global IT, potentially positioning New Zealand as a key player in cyber security.
The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.
Cyber security project puts NZ on the map
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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$12m project aims to create new software niche for NZ, says Dr Ryan Ko, head of the country's only cyber security lab.
Cyber security a challenge for students...
Fri, 12th Sep 2014
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Students gear up for a 'zombie apocalypse' cyber challenge at the University of Waikato to hone their skills and connect with industry experts.
Scholarship makes good use of summer study break
Wed, 16th Jul 2014
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Waikato Uni student seizes summer scholarship, creating impactful apps and gaining firsthand research experience.
Microsoft triggers hi-tech rat trap build among students
Fri, 27th Dec 2013
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Waikato students craft innovative rat trap system, 'Ohiti', using Microsoft tech, aiding kiwi conservation efforts in a successful trial.
Kiwi student mixing it with IT giants
Thu, 5th Dec 2013
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A University of Waikato PhD student will take part in a global computer coding exercise backed by some of the biggest technology names in the world.
Cyber Security lab launch marks NZ first
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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NZ launches its first cyber security lab and a Master's degree at Waikato Uni, aiming to become a leading hub in the Asia/Pacific region.
Science hub wins at World Summit Awards
Thu, 12th Sep 2013
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NZ's Science Learning Hub triumphs at World Summit Awards, highlighting its vital role in global e-learning and science education.
University of Waikato launches MOOC
Fri, 23rd Aug 2013
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The first Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) to come out of a New Zealand university has been launched by the University of Waikato this week.
Waikato teams win at Microsoft Imagine Cup
Thu, 28th Mar 2013
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Two University of Waikato teams win categories in Microsoft Imagine Cup, developing software to solve real-world problems.
Waikato team make Microsoft Imagine Cup final
Fri, 1st Feb 2013
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Students make the final of the 2013 New Zealand Microsoft Imagine Cup by developing an app to help absentee-parents maintain relationships with their children.
New Chief Skinny Officer - Paul Taylor
Tue, 10th Jul 2012
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Skinny appoints Paul Taylor as chief skinny officer, bringing 16 years of telecom expertise, including roles at BT, Virgin Media, and head of marketing at O2.
M?ori language added to Google Translator Toolkit
Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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Google Translator Toolkit now supports M?ori, enhancing efforts to revitalise the language among New Zealanders.