Island stories - Page 18

New Zealand's main telco companies scrambled yesterday to ensure network coverage was maintained following the earthquake in Christchurch yesterday.

Wellington is first cab off the ranks to go live with a new wireless network aimed at connecting up the Internet of Things.

Kiwi small businesses brace for a bumper 2016, as rising confidence signals increased hiring, investment, and trade across NZ.

Free WiFi has been rolled out in the New Zealand town of Gore, making it one of the first southern towns to offer the service.

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New Zealand Technology Group (NZTG) is on the lookout for companies to join its fold, offering prospective partners scale and backend services.

After a year of 'laying the foundations' for greater channel business in New Zealand, Dell is looking forward to a bumper 2016.

Spark New Zealand has acquired CCL for $50 million in a move designed bolster Spark's cloud services capabilities and its South Island business.

A US company has launched an energy efficient waterborne data centre prototype, with construction of the first commercial offering now underway.

If managing all your mobile devices is becoming a hassle, Christchurch-based Rev IT may have the solution for you.

Microsoft has released a list of the first Xbox One backwards compatible games, with 104 Xbox 360 games available from November 12th.

Fox Glacier Guiding is using virtual reality to sell New Zealand to the world, with its new technology proving a hit at a recent trade show in China.

The Kiwi technology export sector have recorded record sales growth of $609 million last year, adding nearly 2500 new jobs along the way.

Telemedicine arrives at the Chatham Islands offering residents urgent and specialist care without leaving home - potentially reducing costly airlifts.

Next July a major ICT conference will take place in Wellington. Known as ITx, the event will bring together 12 tech-related conferences and bodies.

Fortinet has been awarded New Zealand Network Security Vendor of the Year 2015, by Frost & Sullivan on the back of increasing market share.

The Hamilton-based fibre company took out the Deloitte Fast 50 Regional Award for Fastest Growing Technology Business in the Central North Island.

A Mobile Learning Centre is heading around New Zealand, taking technology to low decile schools in an effort to engage students and enrich learning.

Hawke's Bay Councils boost transparency with a new site, showcasing joint efforts to economize and innovate for locals.

NZ's BE Intent, whose offerings include a support and resiliency app for youth and businesses, is a finalist in the global Talent Unleashed Awards.