Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 113

Spark to credit customers from Chorus savings
Tue, 1st Mar 2016
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Spark to return savings from price increases to customers affected by higher Chorus charges. Options include $33 account credit or a donation.

Student information software in hot demand
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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Student information systems are being more readily adopted by schools, thanks largely to advancements in cloud computing and the growth of mobiles.

Technology: It's not just for youngsters
Mon, 29th Feb 2016
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New survey by Spark shows that New Zealanders over 55 are tech-savvy, with 70% feeling confident using technology.

2degrees crushes competition to win Canstar broadband satisfaction award
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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Just six months after entering the broadband fray, 2degrees has cleaned up in the Canstar Consumer Satisfaction awards for broadband services.

New Zealand sitting pretty on global broadband stage
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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New Zealand ranks highly in global broadband connectivity, with 4th place for mobile broadband and 14th for fixed broadband, according to the OECD.

Arbor brings order to the chaos with new security platform
Fri, 26th Feb 2016
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Arbor Networks introduces new security platform to detect and investigate advanced cyber-threats in real-time.

Should Aussie organisations be collecting metadata?
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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UXC Consulting calls on Australian organisations to examine metadata position following Telecommunications Act amendment.

Mobile malware at an all-time high
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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The volume of new mobile malware tripled in 2015, with attacks becoming more complex and targeted, according to Kaspersky Lab.

Disconnection anxiety hitting home for Kiwis
Thu, 25th Feb 2016
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A new survey reveals just how much of an impact the internet is having on Kiwis - and our anxiety when disconnected.

Telstra ups cyber security game with Darktrace
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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Telstra, Australia's leading telecoms provider, has chosen Darktrace's cyber-threat detection technology to bolster its security strategy.

Australia: Good to be an ISP/bad to be an end user
Wed, 24th Feb 2016
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Many people think Australia provides better Internet options for businesses, but this assumption is completely wrong.

Tauranga event looks 'Beyond Broadband' to innovative NZers
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Ultrafast Fibre Limited is hosting a 'Beyond Broadband' Expo in Tauranga to showcase the benefits of the UFB network.

UFB installs to be faster and less painful, Govt says
Tue, 23rd Feb 2016
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Government to streamline consenting rules for ultra fast broadband installation to reduce delays and frustrations.

Cyclone causes 'significant' damage to Vodafone infrastructure
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Vodafone cell sites in Fiji damaged by Cyclone Winston, resulting in reduced network coverage, says telecoms firm.

Kiwis, hit up Spark NZ for the new Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 edge
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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To celebrate Samsung’s new smartphones, Spark has announced the first 500 online pre-orders before February 24 will receive a Samsung Gear VR device.

Spark to credit Fiji calls and texts in wake cyclone
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Spark to credit customers for calls and texts to Fiji after cyclone hit. Credits will be applied to February or March bills.

Christchurch: NZ's IoT and smart city extraordinaire?
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Government reaffirms commitment to smart and sustainable Christchurch rebuild, with investment in Ultra-Fast Broadband.

Copper pricing hurts Chorus profits
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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Chorus reports sharp decline in financial results for H2 2015 due to lower regulated copper prices and reduced transaction charges.

Govt signs off another UFB completion
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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New Plymouth has joined the growing list of New Zealand towns with access to the Government's Ultra Fast Broadband.

Mobile technology is changing the healthcare game
Fri, 19th Feb 2016
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Technology is continuing to bridge the healthcare gap, with mHealth information services set to reach more than 150 million users by 2020.