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NZ's UFB build on track - Waiheke now complete
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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Waiheke Island joins NZ's internet fast lane as UFB build wraps up, boosting connectivity for 5600 premises.
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Verizon chosen for Aussie govt service provider panel
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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Verizon secures spot on Aussie govt telecom panel, to bolster digital services and network security for federal agencies.
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Orcon continues Gig rollout to Whangarei
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Orcon expands its Gig plans to Whangarei, following successful uptake in other metropolitan areas across New Zealand.
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Globe to propel ICT adoption with new Davao data center
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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Globe Business's new Davao data center aims to bolster the Philippines' ICT sector, promising to buoy the local and national economies.
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Optus secures $60 million to extend mobile networks in rural Australia
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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Optus is planning to build 114 new mobile sites across Australia as part of the Federal Government's Mobile Black Spots Program.
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Govt announces new RMA standard for telcos
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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The UK Government has introduced new standards to improve connectivity and streamline processes for telecommunications facilities.
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NEC hopes for further partnerships as APG Submarine Cable project wraps up
Fri, 25th Nov 2016
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NEC delighted to be part of project launching submarine cable internet connection to Asia. APG cable is 10,900km long.
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Govt gives telco industry props for restoration efforts following quakes
Tue, 22nd Nov 2016
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UK Gov praises telecom's swift action restoring quake-hit networks to nearly pre-disaster function, highlights dedication of field teams.
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Revealed: Who is New Zealand’s cheapest non-contract ISP?
Mon, 21st Nov 2016
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When it comes to Internet in New Zealand, many Kiwis are led to believe there are only a few options from the major players. However, this isn't true.
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Spark waives early termination & moving fees for quake-affected customers
Thu, 17th Nov 2016
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Spark broadband customers who have been forced to move due to the earthquakes no longer need to deal with early termination & moving fees.
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Voyager buys NZ’s first internet provider
Wed, 16th Nov 2016
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Voyager Internet acquires Actrix, adding 10,000 residential broadband customers to its base and revenues of $24m per year.
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ZTE unveils next gen green data center
Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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ZTE has established 20 state-of-the-art R&D centres in Asia, North America and Europe and employs over 30,000 research professionals.
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Kiwi telcos assess damage following earthquake
Mon, 14th Nov 2016
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New Zealand's telecoms networks remain operational after earthquakes off the South Island, according to Vodafone and Spark.
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ComCom calls for submissions on rural fibre
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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Public to have one week to give their views on rolling out fibre on rural electricity infrastructure, says NZ Communications Minister Amy Adams.
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InternetNZ praises Spark's one week fibre installation plans
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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InternetNZ hails Spark and Ultrafast Fibre partnership to speed up ultrafast broadband installation in New Zealand homes.
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CenturyLink 'extends reach' through $34 billion buyout of Level 3 Communications
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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Global IT company CenturyLink is spending around $34 billion to buy out Fortune 500 and global communications company Level 3 Communications.
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Ovum on gigabit broadband: Is it speed for speed's sake?
Mon, 31st Oct 2016
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Is there a genuine need for speeds of 1Gbps or more? Equipment vendors want to think so, but service providers Ovum has spoken to are less certain.
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Spark supports next phase of Rural Broadband Initiative for Kiwis
Thu, 27th Oct 2016
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New Zealand telco Spark welcomes the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative to improve internet speeds in rural areas.
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InternetNZ uncovers Kiwis' cyber-savviness when exploring the wild, wild web
Wed, 26th Oct 2016
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Kiwis are aware of personal security risks when it comes to the world wide web, but what are our hopes and fears, new research from InternetNZ asks.
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Accelerated Concepts fires up local channel for 4G failover routers
Tue, 25th Oct 2016
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4G failover router vendor Accelerated Concepts has signed NPS as its master reseller for Australia and New Zealand as it gears up for a channel push.
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The dangers of in-flight Wi-Fi: Airplanes 'unique' hacking grounds
Wed, 19th Oct 2016
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In-flight Wi-Fi poses security risks as hackers can easily access passenger data, according to cybersecurity firm NordVPN.
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Kiwis 'another step' closer to better broadband with latest deal
Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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Chorus and Crown Fibre Holdings agree that residential installations of UFB will continue until the end of 2019.
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Govt extends free UFB connections
Tue, 18th Oct 2016
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UK Government extends agreement with Chorus for free residential connections to the Ultra-Fast Broadband network.
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NZ telco industry 'world class' despite increasing levels of complaints
Mon, 17th Oct 2016
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Complaints about the New Zealand telecommunications industry are rising, but it still provides top-notch service, says the NZ Telecommunications Forum.