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Spark sells 70% of TowerCo for $900 million to Ontario Teachers
Unified Communications

Spark sells 70% of TowerCo for $900 million to Ontario Teachers

Spark expects $900 million at completion but that's subject to OIO approval which is anticipated to occur in the first half of FY23.

By Jessie Chiang • 4 min read • Tue, 12th Jul 2022
Spark delivers 5G Multi Access Edge Compute pilot with EnviroNZ
Unified Communications

Spark delivers 5G Multi Access Edge Compute pilot with EnviroNZ

The pilot of the computer vision system helps solve a key business issue for EnviroNZ at its resource recovery centre identifying health and safety risks.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 8th Jul 2022
Unknown connections: How safe is public WiFi in Aotearoa?
Wireless Networks

Unknown connections: How safe is public WiFi in Aotearoa?

Kiwis are surprisingly unaware of the risks involved in using public WiFi, according to a study by Norton and Symantec.

By Mitchell Hageman • 6 min read • Wed, 29th Jun 2022
N4L, Spark, Chorus partner for Hyperfibre school upgrade
EduTech

N4L, Spark, Chorus partner for Hyperfibre school upgrade

Networks for Learning (N4L) has partnered with Spark and Chorus to upgrade Wellington College to Hyperfibre, doubling its internet speed to 2Gbps.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Jun 2022
Spark appoints Patric Balmer as managed security service provider (MSSP) lead for its cyber defence business
Cybersecurity

Spark appoints Patric Balmer as managed security service provider (MSSP) lead for its cyber defence business

Patric Balmer has been appointed as its new managed security service provider (MSSP) lead for its cyber defence business.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 3rd Jun 2022
Opensignal report analyses and awards NZ network providers
Unified Communications

Opensignal report analyses and awards NZ network providers

The recent Opensignal Mobile Network Experience Report has revealed new findings and award recognitions for the NZ telco market.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
Cloud 'extremely important' to future growth, report finds
Digital Transformation

Cloud 'extremely important' to future growth, report finds

Lack of skills and cost hindering businesses' adoption of cloud and digital transformation, reveals new research.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 6th May 2022
Spark launches Microsoft Dynamics 365 upgrade across enterprise
Enterprise Resource Planning

Spark launches Microsoft Dynamics 365 upgrade across enterprise

Spark and Microsoft NZ have recently collaborated to launch Microsoft Dynamics 365 across the entire Spark business enterprise.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd May 2022
Cell tower sales may pay off for consumers
Network Infrastructure

Cell tower sales may pay off for consumers

The possible sale of cellular telecommunications towers by the two biggest network owners could lead to cheaper services for consumers over the longer term.

By Nona Pelletier • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2022
Spark now a member of the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand
Unified Communications

Spark now a member of the Smart Cities Council Australia New Zealand

The membership appointment will allow Spark to continue working closely with communities to help them thrive using innovative technology and practices.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Mar 2022
Mobile madness: Unpacking the business and personal risks of digital mobile in Aotearoa
Endpoint Protection

Mobile madness: Unpacking the business and personal risks of digital mobile in Aotearoa

Should Kiwis practice better smartphone security, and are they one swipe or tap away from a colossal data breach?.

By Mitchell Hageman • 7 min read • Thu, 27th Jan 2022

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Teltrac Communications appoints Bart Brichau as CEO
eCommerce

Teltrac Communications appoints Bart Brichau as CEO

Bart Brichau has been appointed as new CEO of the company. An experienced business leader, Brichau will succeed acting CEO Michael Myles.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 15th Jul 2022
Southern Cross Cable launches the SX NEXT cable to connect NZ to the world
Network Infrastructure

Southern Cross Cable launches the SX NEXT cable to connect NZ to the world

New submarine cable launched to enhance connectivity between New Zealand, Australia, and the US, doubling capacity.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Jul 2022
Spark takes major shareholding in Adroit to enhance IoT
Network Infrastructure

Spark takes major shareholding in Adroit to enhance IoT

Spark to take significant shareholding in IoT firm Adroit, enhancing IoT solutions for both companies and reinforcing Spark's commitment to the IoT market.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 24th Mar 2022
Spark NZ launches Beyond Binary Code for gender inclusion
Data Analytics

Spark NZ launches Beyond Binary Code for gender inclusion

Spark NZ has launched a new tool intended to promote visibility and inclusion for non-binary communities online.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Fri, 25th Feb 2022
2degrees, Orcon merger to take on telco powerhouses Vodafone and Spark
Unified Communications

2degrees, Orcon merger to take on telco powerhouses Vodafone and Spark

2degrees and Orcon Group plan to merge, creating New Zealand's third-largest telco, offering mobile, broadband, and energy services.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Jan 2022
NZ pours billions into IoT - so what are we doing to secure it?
Internet of Things

NZ pours billions into IoT - so what are we doing to secure it?

New Zealand's IoT market is expected to reach NZ$20 billion by 2021. But is enough attention being paid to IoT security?.

By Sara Barker • 9 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021

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