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Voyager follows Actrix Networks deal with another acquisition
Unified Communications

Voyager follows Actrix Networks deal with another acquisition

This marks the latest in a recent suite of similar deals for Voyager, such as the acquisition of Actrix Networks in October 2016.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Sep 2017
Vodafone shuts down 20-year-old Paradise and Clear email platforms
Email

Vodafone shuts down 20-year-old Paradise and Clear email platforms

For customers who are keen to still receive the emails sent to their old account, Vodafone will offer a free auto forwarding service.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2017
ISPs build backdoors into customer modems, creating security breach
Malware

ISPs build backdoors into customer modems, creating security breach

Vodafone and Spark are among the ISPs. Their policy is to use the access for troubleshooting, but it still raises red flags.

By Alex Crossan • 3 min read • Tue, 30th May 2017
Revealed: Who is New Zealand's cheapest non-contract ISP?
Unified Communications

Revealed: Who is New Zealand's cheapest non-contract ISP?

When it comes to Internet in New Zealand, many Kiwis are led to believe there are only a few options from the major players. However, this isn't true.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Nov 2016
Kiwi ISP releases 'groundbreaking' app feature
Bigpipe

Kiwi ISP releases 'groundbreaking' app feature

Bigpipe launches new app feature for customers to test broadband connection faults, aiming to be technology leader in New Zealand.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 2nd Sep 2016
Kiwi ISPs in the spotlight - does your provider steal the show?
Unified Communications

Kiwi ISPs in the spotlight - does your provider steal the show?

It's about to get a whole lot easier for Kiwis to choose the best internet service provider based on your needs, and ISPs can no longer hide.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2016
UFB business services – how much are ISPs really making?
DTS

UFB business services – how much are ISPs really making?

How much money is being generated by ISPs in NZ from selling UFB business services, uptake of UFB business services and a few other bits and pieces?.

By Brendan Ritchie • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Jun 2016

Global Stories

Internet Service Provider (ISP) stories

Who's the greatest NZ Internet provider of them all? Winners announced
Unified Communications

Who's the greatest NZ Internet provider of them all? Winners announced

​The inaugural Broadband Compare Awards ceremony took place last night to determine New Zealand's best broadband provider. So who won?.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017
Ghana's oldest ISP turns 20, says bright times ahead for IT in Africa
Digital Transformation

Ghana's oldest ISP turns 20, says bright times ahead for IT in Africa

AfricaOnline says they will continue to invest in Africa's digital economy thereby continuing their journey together into the digital world.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2017
Will newcomer internet provider Rain reign supreme?
Unified Communications

Will newcomer internet provider Rain reign supreme?

The new internet provider is taking the slow and steady route to win over the South African market, but will it be enough?.

By Andri Johnston • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Sep 2017
Chunghwa Telecom conducts major senior management shakeup
Unified Communications

Chunghwa Telecom conducts major senior management shakeup

Chunghwa Telecom's management team has received a shakeup, with three major appointments to its executive team.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Aug 2017
Vodafone shows improved average surf speeds in May
Unified Communications

Vodafone shows improved average surf speeds in May

After noticing Vodafone delivered slower average speeds than other ISPs in April, TrueNet have announced a significant improvement in May results.

By Matthew Bain • 1 min read • Thu, 22nd Jun 2017
Auckland ISP sets up shop in provincial New Zealand
Customer Relationship Management

Auckland ISP sets up shop in provincial New Zealand

Unlimited Internet has established a Customer Service Centre in Palmerston North from where it will grow its customer base further throughout NZ.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017
Speed isn't everything: 3 vital things to look for in your ISP
Unified Communications

Speed isn't everything: 3 vital things to look for in your ISP

ISPs will always try to woo customers with impressive connection speeds - here are 3 crucial factors to consider before signing that contract.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Jan 2017
Indirect damage: Why service providers should care about customer security
Malware

Indirect damage: Why service providers should care about customer security

Offering reliable security solutions from a respected security vendor can be the difference that helps MSPs and ISPs build their brand.

By Ondrej Kuboič • 2 min read • Wed, 11th Jan 2017
Scott Bartlett to head Kordia's Aussie & NZ operations
Unified Communications

Scott Bartlett to head Kordia's Aussie & NZ operations

Kordia has announced that Scott Bartlett will be taking up the role of Group CEO, responsible for both the company's NZ and Australian operations.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Aug 2016
What has NZ's leading owned-and-operated ISP been up to?
Unlimited Internet

What has NZ's leading owned-and-operated ISP been up to?

HD is one of New Zealand's leading owned and operated ISP's and they've been very busy over the last 12 months, with new opportunities for clients.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2016
Rumour mill – New Zealand-based ISP about to fail
Unified Communications

Rumour mill – New Zealand-based ISP about to fail

The IT industry loves a good gossip, and in recent weeks I have heard multiple times that a fairly sizeable ISP in NZ is close to failing.

By Brendan Ritchie • 3 min read • Wed, 4th May 2016