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Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 140

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Chorus won’t meet UFB, RBI contracts if copper prices cut, Adams says
Fri, 6th Dec 2013
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Chorus's ability to deliver national broadband at risk if wholesale copper prices are cut, warns Minister Amy Adams.
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Top Kiwi tech creates 1000km tennis game
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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ASB Bank is attempting a World Record by creating a 1000km tennis court that stretches from the North Island to the South Island.
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Telecom closing in on 6,000 UFB customers
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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Telecom’s rollout of Ultra Fibre services on the ultra fast broadband (UFB) network is gaining momentum, with record sales achieved in the past two months.
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Telecom ramps up security efforts following Yahoo Xtra breach
Wed, 4th Dec 2013
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Yahoo Xtra customers hit by spam attacks as Telecom takes action to halt breach and lock down affected accounts.
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Can 2degrees block the 4G spectrum sale to Vodafone, Telecom?
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.
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Yahoo Xtra email breach - The one that got away…
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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As one of the biggest global providers of email, Yahoo is at the frontline of this battle - they alone block more than 600 billion spam messages a month.
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“Wait a minute…The Internet knows more about me than my own mother?”
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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As privacy concerns spike, individuals start prioritising data protection in 2014 while scammers exploit every niche in the digital world.
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Govt: Negative copper pricing comments no surprise
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.
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Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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PM John Key hints at Chorus contract renegotiation amid a billion-dollar shortfall, ensuring ultra-fast broadband project's progress.
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Chorus files High Court appeal over copper price ruling
Tue, 3rd Dec 2013
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Chorus appeals in High Court against Commerce Commission's copper pricing, challenging the narrow basis and its massive impact on its services.
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Internet of Things will become the 'Internet of Vulnerabilities'
Mon, 2nd Dec 2013
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The Internet of Things will become the 'Internet of Vulnerabilities' in 2014 according to security company, Symantec.
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iPhone coming to 2degrees this Xmas…
Fri, 29th Nov 2013
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Telco jumps onboard the iPhone bandwagon, revealing pre-registrations for the iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C for Kiwis.
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Connector Systems: Sales are one off, relationships are key
Fri, 29th Nov 2013
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Connector Systems' Kevin Swainson emphasises the long-term value of relationships over short-term sales, advocating respect in New Zealand's IT landscape.
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Vodafone calls on Chorus to speed up UFB talks
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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Vodafone has issued its disappointment that Chorus has suspended its scheduled Dialogue Briefing around new, faster fibre services.
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Nokia NZ apologises for 'F*** you' Kiwi tweet
Thu, 28th Nov 2013
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Nokia New Zealand has been forced into an embarrassing apology, after a 'F*** You' tweet was posted from its Kiwi Twitter account.
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LinkedIn hits one million NZ members
Wed, 27th Nov 2013
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LinkedIn celebrates a landmark one million members in New Zealand, highlighting the platform's vast impact on professional networking.
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N4L goes live as 100 schools sign-up for new network
Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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Today Massey Primary school becomes the first to connect to N4L's managed network, with 100 other schools set to join.
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Telecom invests $5m in Kiwi health start-up
Tue, 26th Nov 2013
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Telecom is investing USD $5 million for a 40% stake in health start-up Vigil, aiming to bring advanced biometric health solutions to the New Zealand market.
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Kiwis favour ‘anywhere, anytime’ internet but suffer digital divide
Sat, 23rd Nov 2013
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Kiwis embrace mobile net access for info over entertainment, yet face a stark digital divide, impacting participation and access.
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ICT makeover for Auckland school
Fri, 22nd Nov 2013
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Manurewa Intermediate soars into the digital age, thanks to a £40k ICT upgrade from Vodafone, enriching learning with new tech.