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Chorus announces free speed upgrade for NZ fibre users
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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Chorus is set to enhance wholesale fibre broadband speeds for over 700,000 New Zealand homes at no extra cost, starting June 2025.
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Hexagon launches cloud-based test drive software VTDx
Wed, 15th Jan 2025
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Hexagon has unveiled VTDx, a cloud-based software for testing Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems, aiming to streamline testing and reduce costs for automakers.
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UK & US firms face rising data costs despite upgrades
Thu, 12th Dec 2024
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A new study reveals that 94% of financial institutions in the UK and US anticipate rising data budgets, raising concerns over cost control amid increasing expenses.
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Cloudera partners with AWS & Snowflake in ANZ region
Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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Cloudera has announced a strategic partnership with AWS and Snowflake to enhance data capabilities for customers in Australia and New Zealand.
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Digital fibre could add USD $163bn to NZ economy by 2033
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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A Deloitte report claims digital fibre infrastructure could boost New Zealand's economy by USD $163 billion by 2033, highlighting its untapped potential.
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CommScope highlights strategies to boost data centre sustainability
Thu, 3rd Oct 2024
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CommScope unveils cutting-edge strategies to enhance data centre sustainability, focusing on reducing carbon footprints, conserving space, and improving efficiency.
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STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India's digital growth
Fri, 6th Sep 2024
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STT GDC to invest USD $3.2 billion in India’s data centre expansion, tripling its IT load capacity over the next 5-6 years amid rising digital demand.
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MNOs vs MVNOs in IoT connectivity: report reveals trends
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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IoT Analytics' new report reveals 3.6 billion active cellular IoT connections in 2023, with MVNOs outpacing MNOs in cost-effectiveness for 4G connectivity.
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One NZ readies mobile network for festive data surge
Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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One NZ boosts network capacity ahead of forecasted Christmas and New Year mobile data usage surge in New Zealand.
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Qlik acquires Mozaic Data advancing AI-driven data management technology
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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Qlik acquires Mozaic Data, advancing AI-based data management technology in a strategic move shaping data product-focused operations.
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Discord's mobile app evolution: New features for superior user experience
Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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Discord's mobile app undergoes a significant revamp, debuting a slick look, additional customisation options and features to enhance users' on-the-move chat experiences.
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Digital Sustainability Alliance to tackle digital carbon footprint
Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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The initiative looks to cut the carbon and cost of data by at least 80 percent by partnering with industry experts, innovators, and tech solutions.
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Data centres across APAC growing in scale: Cushman and Wakefield
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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There is headroom for data centre growth in Asia, but suitable land parcels are becoming more challenging to find in mature markets.
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Why it's important to build tomorrow's 10G future today
Fri, 11th Jan 2019
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As broadband demand soars, Australia eyes 10G PON tech to future-proof networks, cater to fast-evolving consumer and enterprise digital needs.
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5G race ramping up with Huawei and Ericsson taking action
Thu, 1st Mar 2018
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​5G has been talked about for a number of years but the quest is really starting to heat up with the big players keen to express their handiwork.
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Ericsson CEO declares 5G “open for business” at MWC 2018
Wed, 28th Feb 2018
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5G has long been in development with no shortage of hype surrounding the term - but Ericsson's CEO said at MWC it is officially in the here and now.
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Cisco VNI highlights growing landscape for Kiwi reseller
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Cisco's tenth annual Visual Networking Index highlights some key growth areas for resellers as internet usage booms and connected devices change.
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Kiwi telcos warned... Adapt or risk becoming irrelevant
Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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New Zealand telco industry faces declining revenue as traditional strategy proves unsustainable, IDC report finds.
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Vodafone Data Angel helps combat bill shock
Mon, 14th May 2012
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Vodafone launches Data Angel, a world-first service to prevent 'bill shock' by monitoring data usage and stopping consumption at 100%.