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The departure of Sparks cybersecurity leader Josh Bahlman

Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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Josh Bahlman, esteemed leader of Spark New Zealand's Cyber Defence and Technology Architecture teams, has resigned after a significant ten-year tenure.
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Hourua partners with TCCA improving NZ emergency communications

Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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NZ's Hourua, a joint venture by Spark and One NZ, partners with global group TCCA to enhance emergency services' communications through robust multi-network cellular solutions.
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Talking cybersecurity with the board of Directors

Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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Cybersecurity professionals must translate their technical language to ensure board members fully grasp inherent cyber threats, to encourage informed investment and more accountable cybercrime prevention.
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Combating cybercrime in NZ with a robust cybersecurity strategy

Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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New Zealand businesses grapple with cybercrime's volatile threat landscape, as incidents across various sectors showcase the dire consequences. A nuanced approach to cybersecurity strategy is vital.
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Qrious reaches to Premier tier status with Snowflake

Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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Qrious elevates to Premier tier partner status with Snowflake, driving a shift towards data and cloud computing solutions in aiding DX.
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Susannah Redstone appointed as General Manager at Digital Island

Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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Susannah Redstone, with over two decades of telecoms experience, has been named General Manager at Digital Island.
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Spark introduces Outage Assist for uninterrupted connectivity during outages

Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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Spark launches Outage Assist, offering free mobile data and hotspotting to broadband customers during fixed network outage.
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Bluecurrent & Spark achieve 1 million IoT connections in New Zealand

Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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Bluecurrent and Spark notch up one million IoT connections in NZ for smarter metering, bolstering efficiency and innovation.
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Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project

Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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Spark and Lynk have begun a NZ project for a network of satellite-connected cell towers, aiming to maintain connectivity during crises.
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New Zealand cybersecurity recognised at iSANZ Awards 2023

Wed, 15th Nov 2023
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2023 iSANZ Awards recognises New Zealand's cybersecurity talents, lauding innovation and dedication within the industry.
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Spark and AirSuite launch indoor air quality solution for offices

Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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Telecoms giant Spark partners with environmental startup AirSuite to provide a solution for maintaining indoor air quality for offices.
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42% of macOS users use AI-based apps daily: Report

Wed, 18th Oct 2023
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Setapp unveils annual Mac Apps Report, offering insights into app usage and trends among over 1,000 US Mac users.
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2023 iSANZ Awards: Finalists announced highlighting Kiwi talent

Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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iSANZ Awards 2023 announces finalists for NZ's top cybersecurity honours, with varied categories. Winners to be revealed soon.
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Spark uses AI to personalize plans based on individual needs

Sun, 8th Oct 2023
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Spark uses AI-driven decision making to offer tailor-made plans to its customers, ensuring they get the most from their broadband and mobile plans.
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Spark unveils Esports initiatives: Game Arena and 'The Rise Cup':

Tue, 3rd Oct 2023
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Spark announces the launch of Spark Game Arena, with the nationwide tournament The Rise Cup featuring Fortnite, and a $30,000 prize pool up for grabs.
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Leaven consulting brand to go in Spark's cloud restructuring

Thu, 28th Sep 2023
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Spark NZ streamlines operations by folding business consultancy subsidiary Leaven into cloud services specialist CCL.
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Spark appoints New Chief Executive for Spark Health

Mon, 11th Sep 2023
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Spark Health appoints John Macaskill-Smith as new Chief Executive, bringing extensive experience in healthcare and digital adoption.
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Radware and Spark sign cybersecurity partnership agreement

Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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The partnership will provide application and network security for organisations in NZ, including those in banking, transport, health, and the public sector.
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Radware and Spark NZ enter cybersecurity partnership

Wed, 30th Aug 2023
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Radware and Spark NZ have signed a partnership agreement to offer application and network security services in New Zealand.
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Earnings wrap: Spark reports positive growth for 2023

Tue, 22nd Aug 2023
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Spark New Zealand reports strong FY23 results with revenue, EBITDAI, and NPAT growth. The company is confident in its ability to continue growing in FY24.