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CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Mobile is key to a digital worklife, says CEO ( +12 photos)
Mark Templeton claims the drivers for its growth include consumerisation, BYOD, disruptions and a generation that is born digital
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Are we ready for a mobile-first world? 24 May, 2013 20:53:57
There's more work ahead before consumers rely mostly on their mobile devicesJudging from the number of people poring over their smartphones on the sidewalk, in their cars and in public places, mobile seems to have stolen our attention away from the wired Internet and traditional TV. - +
3D printing saves a life 25 May, 2013 17:38:17
For the first three months of his life, Kaiba Gionfriddo's airway collapsed repeatedly, occasionally causing his heart to stop and leaving many doctors at a loss for how to help him. Then, in the first procedure of its kind, doctors in Michigan used a 3D printing method to create an artificial splint to help Kaiba breathe without the assistance of a breathing machine for the first time, according to the Associated Press. - +
Microsoft knuckles under, yanks YouTube app for Windows Phone 25 May, 2013 16:11:17
Microsoft, Google to collaborate on new app that delivers adsMicrosoft has bowed to pressure from Google and pulled the YouTube app from its Windows Phone Store that earlier this month triggered a cease-and-desist letter from the search giant. - +
Google: Weak XMPP support, capabilities led us to proprietary tech in Hangouts 25 May, 2013 10:49:29
The company is catching flak for its decision to build its new IM and audio/video chat service without support for the XMPP standardGoogle is feeling the heat over its decision to build its new Hangouts IM and audio/video chat product with proprietary technology that doesn't support server federation via the XMPP industry standard, but the company is defending its move. - +
CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Look beyond Cloud infrastructure, says Liang 25 May, 2013 10:14:10
Says focus needs to be on on IT-as-a-Service instead of Infrastructure-as-a-ServiceBusinesses need to look beyond Cloud infrastructure and focus on IT-as-a-Service (ITaaS) instead of Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), according to Citrix Cloud platforms chief technology officer, Dr. Sheng Liang. - +
CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Christiancen highlights the need for collaboration 24 May, 2013 22:59:16
Claims one of the biggest trends of collaboration is the convergence of real-time collaboration and social work-life balanceCollaboration drives business results and one of the biggest trends of collaboration is the convergence of real-time collaboration and social work-life balance, according to Citrix online services chief technology officer, Dr. Bernd Christiancen.
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Opinion: What I learned using only Google products 25 May, 2013 11:09:17
Here are 10 shocking things I learned using only a Chromebook Pixel, Nexus 10, Nexus 4 and all-Google software and services.Columnist Mike Elgan spent three weeks using only Google products -- the Chromebook Pixel laptop, the Nexus 10 tablet and the Nexus 4 smartphone. Here's what he discovered. - +
CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Devices will change how people work, says Duursma 24 May, 2013 21:10:17
Also highlights what he forsees the workplace of the future will look likeMobility and the proliferation of mobile devices are changing and will further change the way people work, according to Citrix Labs vice-president and office chair chief technology officer, Martin Duursma.
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CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Look beyond Cloud infrastructure, says Liang 25 May, 2013 10:14:10
Says focus needs to be on on IT-as-a-Service instead of Infrastructure-as-a-ServiceBusinesses need to look beyond Cloud infrastructure and focus on IT-as-a-Service (ITaaS) instead of Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), according to Citrix Cloud platforms chief technology officer, Dr. Sheng Liang. - +
CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Christiancen highlights the need for collaboration 24 May, 2013 22:59:16
Claims one of the biggest trends of collaboration is the convergence of real-time collaboration and social work-life balanceCollaboration drives business results and one of the biggest trends of collaboration is the convergence of real-time collaboration and social work-life balance, according to Citrix online services chief technology officer, Dr. Bernd Christiancen.
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IN PICTURES: Citrix parties one more night with Maroon 5 ( +57 photos) 24 May, 2013 17:41:07
Citrix ended its Synergy'13 conference on a high note, with a partner appreciation party that included drinks, food and a performance by popular band, Maroon 5. The band swooned the women (and some of the men) with their top hits, leaving everyone wanting for more by the end of the night. Warning - there may be one too many pictures of frontman, Adam Levine.Citrix ended its Synergy'13 conference on a high note, with a partner appreciation party that included drinks, food and a performance by popular band, Maroon 5. The band swooned the women (and some of the men) with their top hits, leaving everyone wanting for more by the end of the night. Warning - there may be one too many pictures of frontman, Adam Levine. - +
SoftBank said to be in talks with US to allay national security fears 23 May, 2013 06:55:17
The Japanese company will allow the U.S government to approve a director on the Sprint Nextel board tasked with monitoring security issuesThe U.S. government is in negotiations with SoftBank for greater control over equipment purchases by Sprint Nextel and the selection of one of the Japanese company's nominee to the U.S. carrier's board, according to a news report.
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3D printing saves a life 25 May, 2013 17:38:17
For the first three months of his life, Kaiba Gionfriddo's airway collapsed repeatedly, occasionally causing his heart to stop and leaving many doctors at a loss for how to help him. Then, in the first procedure of its kind, doctors in Michigan used a 3D printing method to create an artificial splint to help Kaiba breathe without the assistance of a breathing machine for the first time, according to the Associated Press. - +
Microsoft knuckles under, yanks YouTube app for Windows Phone 25 May, 2013 16:11:17
Microsoft, Google to collaborate on new app that delivers adsMicrosoft has bowed to pressure from Google and pulled the YouTube app from its Windows Phone Store that earlier this month triggered a cease-and-desist letter from the search giant.
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Researchers warn of increased Zeus malware activity this year 24 May, 2013 17:01:03
The number of Zeus variants peaked in mid-May, but the increased activity is expected to continue in June, the researchers saidThe amount of cybercriminal activity associated with the Zeus family of financial Trojan programs has increased during the past few months, according to security researchers from antivirus vendor Trend Micro. - +
Researchers find unusual malware targeting Tibetan users in cyberespionage operation 24 May, 2013 14:41:01
The malware abuses the Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI) service to remain undetected, researchers from ESET saidSecurity researchers from antivirus vendor ESET discovered a piece of cyberespionage malware targeting Tibetan activists that uses unusual techniques to evade detection and achieve persistency on infected systems.
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Public cloud shakeup: VMware in, Dell out, and OpenStack in limbo? 24 May, 2013 18:12:23
It's been a busy week in the cloud. Dell ditched plans to build its own cloud and instead will work with partners, while focusing on private clouds. In an opposite move, VMware revealed its plans for how it will compete in the public cloud market. - +
IN PICTURES: Citrix parties one more night with Maroon 5 ( +57 photos) 24 May, 2013 17:41:07
Citrix ended its Synergy'13 conference on a high note, with a partner appreciation party that included drinks, food and a performance by popular band, Maroon 5. The band swooned the women (and some of the men) with their top hits, leaving everyone wanting for more by the end of the night. Warning - there may be one too many pictures of frontman, Adam Levine.Citrix ended its Synergy'13 conference on a high note, with a partner appreciation party that included drinks, food and a performance by popular band, Maroon 5. The band swooned the women (and some of the men) with their top hits, leaving everyone wanting for more by the end of the night. Warning - there may be one too many pictures of frontman, Adam Levine.
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3D printing saves a life 25 May, 2013 17:38:17
For the first three months of his life, Kaiba Gionfriddo's airway collapsed repeatedly, occasionally causing his heart to stop and leaving many doctors at a loss for how to help him. Then, in the first procedure of its kind, doctors in Michigan used a 3D printing method to create an artificial splint to help Kaiba breathe without the assistance of a breathing machine for the first time, according to the Associated Press. - +
Microsoft knuckles under, yanks YouTube app for Windows Phone 25 May, 2013 16:11:17
Microsoft, Google to collaborate on new app that delivers adsMicrosoft has bowed to pressure from Google and pulled the YouTube app from its Windows Phone Store that earlier this month triggered a cease-and-desist letter from the search giant.
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Career advice: Three issues that should top the IT agenda this year 24 May, 2013 19:18:17
Premier 100 IT Leader Sonya Christian also answers questions on career pathsPremier 100 IT Leader Sonya Christian also answers questions on career paths. - +
Sony and Lego collaborating on toy research 24 May, 2013 11:12:18
The project aims to use tiny motors, cameras and actuators to bridge the gap between toys and video gamesSony and Lego are working together on creating a new generation of products that bridge the gap between toys and video games.
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Huawei Australia 2012 revenue up 61 per cent to $368m 23 May, 2013 14:24:35
Telco continues to push a 'localisation strategy'Huawei Australia posted sales of about $368m in 2012, up 61 per cent from last year on what is the company’s most successful year in the Australian market. - +
Telstra restructure a correct step: Paul Budde 23 May, 2013 12:26:23
While Telstra’s restructure, announced yesterday, has attracted negative attention, the telco’s willingness to embrace the transformation is a major step in the right direction, according to independent industry analyst, Paul Budde. - +
Telstra reveals mass restructure plans 22 May, 2013 22:26:22
Telco giant, Telstra, has revealed plans to restructure its organisation, marking a significant shift from its traditional business.
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CITRIX SYNERGY ’13: Look beyond Cloud infrastructure, says Liang 25 May, 2013 10:14:10
Says focus needs to be on on IT-as-a-Service instead of Infrastructure-as-a-ServiceBusinesses need to look beyond Cloud infrastructure and focus on IT-as-a-Service (ITaaS) instead of Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), according to Citrix Cloud platforms chief technology officer, Dr. Sheng Liang. - +
Career advice: Three issues that should top the IT agenda this year 24 May, 2013 19:18:17
Premier 100 IT Leader Sonya Christian also answers questions on career pathsPremier 100 IT Leader Sonya Christian also answers questions on career paths. - +
Public cloud shakeup: VMware in, Dell out, and OpenStack in limbo? 24 May, 2013 18:12:23
It's been a busy week in the cloud. Dell ditched plans to build its own cloud and instead will work with partners, while focusing on private clouds. In an opposite move, VMware revealed its plans for how it will compete in the public cloud market.
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