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The secret to digital success? Don't get caught
Google

The secret to digital success? Don't get caught

The ability to work in the grey areas of regulations is key to the success of organizations in a digital world, according to a colleague.

By Jack Santos • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Apr 2016
Facebook launches video storytelling for SMBs
Marketing Technologies

Facebook launches video storytelling for SMBs

Facebook is targeting small and medium businesses with its latest video offering which enables businesses to showcase their work.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2016
NZ ISPs in YouTube tie-up to drive faster broadband connections
Digital Entertainment

NZ ISPs in YouTube tie-up to drive faster broadband connections

New Zealand internet service providers are part of a multinational drive by global video streaming giant YouTube to push customers to faster landli.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2014
Move over Spotify, YouTube's here
Digital Entertainment

Move over Spotify, YouTube's here

New licensing deals means unofficial streams posted by regular users are now more likely to disappear, replaced by official uploads from labels.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2014
Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape
YouTube

Helping those who help: how social media has changed the charity landscape

Social media enables charities to target different audiences, get more people involved and increase awareness of their brand.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Oct 2014
20 strangers kiss… 16m YouTube hits
YouTube

20 strangers kiss… 16m YouTube hits

20 strangers share first kisses for a film project, captivating millions with tenderness and passion. Over 16m views in 2 days. #FirstKiss.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 13th Mar 2014
Google executive to head up YouTube
Google

Google executive to head up YouTube

Google executive Susan Wojcicki has been appointed the new head of the company's YouTube video business - according to Reuters.

By David Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2014
Helpouts… a killer app for Video Collaboration?
Unified Communications

Helpouts… a killer app for Video Collaboration?

Google's Helpouts could revolutionise video collaboration, offering real-time advice from professionals on any device, for anyone.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2013
2053 nuclear explosions - one explosive YouTube video…
YouTube

2053 nuclear explosions - one explosive YouTube video…

Japanese artist's YouTube video exposes the alarming threat of nuclear explosions, detailing all 2053 blasts since 1945.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2013
Real life Twitter talk is #funny
Apple

Real life Twitter talk is #funny

Jimmy Fallon and Justin Timberlake's viral skit hilariously mimics real-life Twitter talk, lampooning the #hashtag obsession.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Is YouTube allowed in the classroom?
YouTube

Is YouTube allowed in the classroom?

What are the rules around this content shared on YouTube? Are schools and teachers allowed to freely show videos loaded on YouTube in the classroom?.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Oct 2015
Rickrolled? Spare a thought for Rick
Digital Entertainment

Rickrolled? Spare a thought for Rick

Music is usually a very generational thing. With few exceptions, kids will look blankly at you when you mention a song that was big back in your day.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Sep 2015
Are TV networks out of step with tech?
Digital Entertainment

Are TV networks out of step with tech?

Ignoring such a public outcry could be seen as a balsy move, or it could highlight just how out of touch with tech mediaworks execs are.

By Patrick Pilcher • 5 min read • Fri, 22nd May 2015
Kiwi youth indulging in illegal downloads
Gaming

Kiwi youth indulging in illegal downloads

Almost half of those surveyed admit to unauthorised streaming of TV programmes and almost a third indulge in unauthorised downloading of movies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Jan 2015
NZ Election YouTube channel a one-stop shop for election video
Google

NZ Election YouTube channel a one-stop shop for election video

Google launches YouTube channel for New Zealand General Election 2014 with news, commentary and party broadcasts.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Sep 2014
'Creative' Kiwi students set to present to Google executives
Apps

'Creative' Kiwi students set to present to Google executives

Kiwi teenagers impress judges in NetSafe and Google Web Rangers competition, showcasing creative campaigns on online safety.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 11th Jul 2014
Is our Lorde more popular than God?
Google

Is our Lorde more popular than God?

Pop sensation Lorde outshines even God in Google searches, crowned New Zealand's most Googled and capturing hearts worldwide.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Feb 2014
UPDATED: 2.5m hits down as Tui YouTube prank goes viral
Unified Communications

UPDATED: 2.5m hits down as Tui YouTube prank goes viral

It's not often you catch a YouTube video before it goes viral, but this Tui prank is fast taking the internet by storm.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2013