Network upgrade stories
KBRO expands Taiwan broadband with Harmonic fibre-on-demand
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KBRO turns to Harmonic's fibre-on-demand platform to extend Taiwan broadband selectively, pairing XGS-PON with DOCSIS upgrades and limiting new build costs.
Preparing campus and branch networks for AI demand
Fri, 23rd Jan 2026
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AI is exposing the limits of aging campus and branch networks, pushing enterprises and MSPs towards unified, cloud-managed, secure platforms.
One NZ begins phased 3G shutdown, starting Dunedin
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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One NZ is beginning a phased shutdown of its 3G network in Dunedin from tomorrow, reallocating spectrum to boost 4G and 5G services.
Gluware Titan brings verified AI automation to enterprise networks
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Gluware unveils Titan, an AI validation platform ensuring assured, compliant, and reversible automation for complex enterprise networks.
Telecom Fiji expands high-speed fibre to northern communities
Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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Telecom Fiji has launched a new fibre network from Savusavu to Labasa, providing faster, more reliable internet to northern communities and boosting digital access.
Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades
Mon, 11th Aug 2025
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Nearly a third of New Zealand schools have now received N4L's next-generation Managed Network upgrades.
Network for Learning upgrades Wi-Fi in over 1,700 NZ schools
Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Network for Learning has upgraded Wi-Fi in over 1,700 New Zealand schools, enhancing internet speed and reliability for digital learning nationwide.
Turning NZ's 3G shutdown into an opportunity for IoT growth
Tue, 20th May 2025
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New Zealand's 3G shutdown by year-end pressures businesses to shift to 4G LTE, turning challenges into IoT growth opportunities with expert support.
CommScope outlines how Power over Ethernet drives devices
Mon, 19th May 2025
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Power over Ethernet (PoE) simplifies network installation by delivering power and data over one cable, boosting flexibility and cutting costs in diverse applications.
Juniper Networks boosts ASTRON's LOFAR telescope power
Thu, 16th Jan 2025
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Juniper Networks is teaming up with the Netherlands Institute for Radio Astronomy to enhance the LOFAR 2.0 telescope's network, boosting its data processing tenfold.
HPE Aruba launches high-capacity Wi-Fi 7 access points
Wed, 24th Apr 2024
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HPE Aruba Networking unveils advanced Wi-Fi 7 access points, providing superior wireless capacity for AI and IoT applications, increased security, and optimal performance.
Fortinet joins forces with H-E Parts for cybersecurity transformation venture
Fri, 15th Dec 2023
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Cybersecurity giant Fortinet collaborates with mining sector leader H-E Parts in a comprehensive cybersecurity transformation initiative.
Huawei's 5G Business Dialogue Salon aims to promote 5G tech
Thu, 29th Jun 2023
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At Huawei's 5G Business Dialogue Salon, an idea exchange platform for global carriers, discussions centred around promoting and upgrading the 5G industry.
NEC releases multi-carrier radio solution to cater to 5G networks
Thu, 15th Jul 2021
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NEC releases new multi-carrier radio solution to meet the demands of 5G networks, offering higher capacity and faster deployment.
Chorus continues to make progress on countrywide network upgrade
Mon, 10th Jul 2017
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More than 8,000 households, businesses, schools and healthcare facilities now have access to fibre in Levin...
Cisco out Alcatel in, saves US uni $100m
Tue, 30th Oct 2012
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Orange County uni embarks on eight-year project with telco equipment firm after ditching Cisco Catalyst switches.
The case for going wireless
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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The convenience of being mobile has made wireless networks an increasingly popular choice when setting up a home office or moving into a new work space.
Compo after TiVo glitch
Tue, 5th Jan 2010
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Telecom is compensating around 150,000 broadband customers following a network upgrade for TiVo that resulted in slow speeds and billing errors.
Future of Kordia cable soon to be revealed
Mon, 28th Sep 2009
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Named Optikor, the cable is planned to land in Waiuku, north of<br />Auckland and is expected to cost around $200 million.