Telco / Telecommunications stories - Page 65
UFB build hits halfway milestone
Fri, 19th Jun 2015
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The nationwide ultrafast broadband rollout has hit the halfway mark for its first stage, with 11 towns and cities now able to reap the benefits.
Meet Netgear's latest premium modem router
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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broadband
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wifi
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ethernet
Netgear has introduced Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router (D7000) with dual band WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet to its line-up.
Enable sets ambitious Christchurch UFB roll-out targets
Wed, 17th Jun 2015
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christchurch
Enable has announced it plans to roll-out fast broadband to 33,000 more homes and businesses in the Christchurch area.
Enprise ekes out small annual profit in drive to grow NZ market
Tue, 16th Jun 2015
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shares
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Accounting software reseller Enprise Group posted an annual profit in its first filing on the NZAX as it places greater emphasis on the NZ market.
Organisations are severely lacking in cybersecurity maturity
Tue, 16th Jun 2015
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cloud services
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cybersecurity
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telco
Overall, organisations are displaying a lack of maturity and an over reliance on prevention when it comes to cybersecurity, according to EMC.
Why did Vodafone acquire Worldxchange?
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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project management
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snap
Vocus, WxC’s current provider of IP transit (according to the ISP map) will lose out as WxC will have their transit agreements migrated to Vodafone.
Fieldays a hotspot for mobile data
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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spark
At Fieldays, mobile data use soared by 110%, with attendees consuming over 400GB in the first 48 hours.
Adams targets UFB land access, power line use in proposed law change
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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broadband
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Amy Adams wants to reduce consenting delays affecting an estimated 15 percent of households in the government-sponsored UFB roll out.
Spark NZ: Working to serve customers of the future
Tue, 9th Jun 2015
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Spark has successfully tested high-definition voice and video calling over a 4G mobile network, and says this marks the start of a digital network.
Wholesale charges to blame for high internet costs, says Spark
Mon, 8th Jun 2015
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Retail internet prices in New Zealand are being pushed up by high wholesale charges, according to a report by the Commerce Commission.
ComCom: strong growth in data consumption
Mon, 8th Jun 2015
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bi
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big data
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data analytics
Competition among fixed-line retailers remains strong & the sector is responding positively to consumer demand for better broadband quality and value.
Spark takes on smart home security market
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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Spark New Zealand has announced it will begin offering smart home security services later this year, and this week has launched 'Morepork'.
Kiwi company develops battery backup for UFB devices
Wed, 3rd Jun 2015
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New Zealand company Constant Vigil has developed a battery backup device, Sentry Lite, to maintain power for internet and VoIP services during power outages.
Spark plans $100 million share buyback to gear up balance sheet
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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The buyback aims to return Spark's gearing to a more appropriate level after the sale of Telecom Rentals and its share of Telecom Cook Islands.
Telcos and ISPs adding value through diversification
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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cloud services
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wireless networks
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spark
With the launch of Spark’s app store last week, the drive for ISPs/telcos to find new sources of revenue was once again on display.
Spark dangles rural wireless broadband carrot
Tue, 2nd Jun 2015
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Spark New Zealand begins trials for new wireless broadband product, promising faster speeds and affordable service for rural customers.
Telstra signs Woolworths as wholesaler for 3G mobile
Fri, 29th May 2015
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Woolworths boosts its retail prowess, joining forces with Telstra to provide 3G mobile services, covering 98.5% of Aussies.
Top e-learning trends impacting education
Wed, 27th May 2015
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gaming
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e-learning
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lms
Today, elearning trends shaping schools and the way people learn. These include mobile learning, Tin Can API, edugaming, and augmented reality.
New opportunity for resellers to ‘connect the unconnected’
Wed, 27th May 2015
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broadband
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connector systems
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telco
New distribution deal with wireless broadband vendor Cambium Networks will see Connector Systems helping resellers 'connect the unconnected'.
Changes ahead as Sky TV announces new developments
Wed, 27th May 2015
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sky
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partners
Sky outlined three key developments; its partnership with Vodafone, Neon service and online access for certain sporting events.
Spark continues 4G rollout with 150th mobile site
Wed, 27th May 2015
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4g technology
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Spark has deployed 4G to its 150th mobile site over the 700MHz spectrum on its Hangatiki site, marking what it says is a key milestone for Waikato.
Meet SkipRoaming: 'Like WhatsApp on steroids'
Tue, 26th May 2015
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UK tech firm SkipRoaming has launched an app that aims to reduce the cost of mobile international and roaming calls.
Chorus says RMA fix needed as fibre rollout stumbles
Tue, 26th May 2015
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broadband
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chorus
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fibre
Chorus urges RMA reform to accelerate fibre access for complex properties, as installation delays escalate.
2degrees posts reduced loss of $33.6 mln, will launch UFB bundled offer soon
Tue, 26th May 2015
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banking
Two Degrees is still burning cash but has once again reduced its financial losses, recording a $33.6 million net loss for calendar 2014.