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Pacnet joins Pacific Fibre deal
Connectivity

Pacnet joins Pacific Fibre deal

Pacnet partners with Pacific Fibre to fund a NZD $548 million trans-Pacific cable aimed at enhancing connectivity between Australia, New Zealand, and the US.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Jul 2010
Telecom bites back on cable
Network Infrastructure

Telecom bites back on cable

Telecom International CEO Matt Crockett critiqued Pacific Fibre's $900 million cable project, questioning its geographic feasibility and latency claims.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Mar 2010

Global Stories

Pacific Fibre stories

Sam Morgan talks fibre to the door with Holmes
Unified Communications

Sam Morgan talks fibre to the door with Holmes

Sam Morgan champions a pivotal second broadband cable to enhance NZ's connectivity and competition, reducing costs and data caps.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 30th May 2011
Pacific Fibre releases Invitation to Tender
Unified Communications

Pacific Fibre releases Invitation to Tender

Pacific Fibre seeks bids for a game-changing cable system linking Australia, NZ, and the US, eyeing a solo build to boost regional connectivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Apr 2011
Online advertising specifications
Gaming

Online advertising specifications

New specs for online ads unveiled: Formats include HTML to Flash with size limits set for optimal display across platforms.

By Chris Leggett • 1 min read • Fri, 14th Jan 2011
Print advertising specifications
Pacific Fibre

Print advertising specifications

NetGuide and TechDay unveil their latest print ad specifications, guiding businesses on how to prep for impactful visual marketing.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2011
Pacific Fibre raises $5.5 million
Pacific Fibre

Pacific Fibre raises $5.5 million

Pacific Fibre secures NZ$5.5m to link Australia, NZ, and the USA with fibre optic cable, backed by San Fran investor Peter Thiel.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2011
Dawn of War II collector's edition detailed
Gaming

Dawn of War II collector's edition detailed

THQ unveils collector's edition for Dawn of War II: Retribution, featuring exclusive wargear, art, and a treasure trove for fans, out March 4.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2011
Myspace on the ropes again
Pacific Fibre

Myspace on the ropes again

News Corp's struggling social network site is shedding half its global workforce as part of a major restructure.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2011
FileMaker begins 2011 with a 60% discount
Apple

FileMaker begins 2011 with a 60% discount

FileMaker launches a bold 60% discount on its business database app for iPhone and iPad, aiming to boost mobile productivity.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2011
Verizon iPhone confirmed
Wireless Networks

Verizon iPhone confirmed

Verizon finally confirms iPhone 4 availability from Feb 10, ending months of speculation and pairing Apple's tech with Verizon's network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2011
Mighty Ape launches Marketplaces - squares up to Trade Me
Gaming

Mighty Ape launches Marketplaces - squares up to Trade Me

Mighty Ape challenges Trade Me with the launch of its innovative 'Marketplaces', transforming how people sell pre-loved entertainment items online.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Jan 2011