Aotearoa stories - Page 2
Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Transpower partners with Spark to upgrade the TransGO fibre optic network, enhancing critical infrastructure with improved connectivity, digitisation, and mobility.
Nokia chosen by Spark NZ for major 5G network expansion
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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Nokia chosen by Spark New Zealand to spearhead its 4G and 5G expansion, providing equipment for over 700 sites, aiming to streamline operations and boost connectivity.
TUANZ Member Awards honour tech leaders & innovators
Tue, 24th Sep 2024
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enable networks
The TUANZ Member Awards in Auckland honoured key tech industry figures, with awards recognising community, technology, journalism, and leadership excellence.
Spark Business Group joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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cloud security
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Spark Business Group boosts its cyber security prowess by joining the Microsoft Intelligent Security Association, targeting enhanced services for NZ organisations.
Powerco joins Chorus to enhance Coromandel fibre network
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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Powerco partners with Chorus to use spare capacity on its new 164-kilometre dark fibre network in the Coromandel, enhancing power reliability and connectivity.
Aotearoa launches first AI impact survey on productivity
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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New Zealand will measure AI's impact on productivity via quarterly surveys by AI Forum NZ, Te Herenga Waka Victoria University, and Callaghan Innovation.
Canon NZ launches 2024 Grants Program with $20,000 in funds
Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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community
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funding
Canon New Zealand's 2024 Grants Program offers $20,000 in funding to support initiatives in education, community, environment, and introduces a cultural category.
Cybercrime costs New Zealanders $6.6 million in Q1
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Cybercrime hits New Zealand hard in early 2024, with financial losses topping NZD $6.6 million, reveals CERT NZ's latest report, despite fewer incident reports.
Elle Archer honoured at 2024 New Zealand Hi-Tech Awards
Thu, 30th May 2024
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Elle Archer, honoured as the Inspiring Individual at the 2024 NZ Hi-Tech Awards, exemplifies the growing influence of Māori professionals in Aotearoa’s tech industry.
AI partnership revives Te Reo Māori in New Zealand media
Wed, 29th May 2024
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cleantech
Microsoft and Straker launch an advanced translation tool to help preserve the language's vibrancy and cultural significance.
NZTech unveils tech strategy for emissions reduction
Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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NZTech unveils a report outlining the crucial role technology may have in cutting emissions and promoting environmental sustainability.
CCL unveils Copilot readiness workshop for Microsoft 365
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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risk & compliance
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data privacy
CCL has launched a readiness workshop for Copilot, a Microsoft 365 service. Expected to empower private enterprises and public organisations with AI capabilities, it aims to boost productivity, creativity, and connectivity securely.
Aotearoa gets a new Privacy Commissioner: Michael Webster replaces John Edwards
Wed, 8th Jun 2022
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data analytics
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planning
Michael Webster, who is currently the Secretary of the Cabinet, will step into the Privacy Commissioner role on 5 July 2022.