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Spark's new IoT network reaches 98% of New Zealand

Spark has completed a nationwide rollout of its IoT Cat-M1 network, reaching 98% of New Zealand's population and revolutionizing connectivity for businesses.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019

Global Stories

Retail stories

Customer Relationship Management

As online GST looms, Kiwis aren't too fussed about it

A recent Canstar Blue online shopping consumer poll found that only 29% of 1659 respondents will be put off buying things from international websites.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Feb 2019

Hyperscale

In ongoing cloud war, Google to acquire data migration specialist

Google is currently behind AWS and Microsoft in the cloud battle, and it would seem this play is an attempt to claw some ground back.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Customer Relationship Management

Ping Identity Platform updated with new CX and IT automation

The new versions improve the user and administrative experience, while also aiming to meet enterprise needs to operate quickly and purposefully.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Partner Programmes

Venafi and nCipher Security partner on machine identity protection

Cryptographic keys serve as machine identities and are the foundation of enterprise information technology systems.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Storage

Pure Storage expands enterprise data management solutions

It has integrated StorReduce technologies for a cloud-native back up platform, and expanded its data fabric solution for cloud-based applications.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Data Analytics

Seagate: Data trends, opportunities, and challenges at the edge

The development of edge technology and the rise of big data have brought many opportunities for data infrastructure companies to the fore.

By Kai Ping Lew • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Marketing Technologies

Popular Android apps track users and violate Google's policies

Thousands of popular Android apps are violating Google's policies by tracking users with persistent identifiers, according to AppCensus and Sophos.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Blockchain

How blockchain could help stop video piracy in its tracks

An Australian firm, Linius, has piloted blockchain technology that could eradicate video piracy, ensuring complete control for content creators.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Feb 2019

Customer Relationship Management

Microsoft urges organisations to tackle data blindspots

Despite significant focus placed on CX transformation, over a third of Australian organisations claimed that more than one in five of their projects failed.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Feb 2019

Unified Communications

Exclusive: Ping Identity on security risk mitigation

As data breaches surge, Richard Bird of Ping Identity discusses how organisations can tailor security measures to mitigate unique cyber risks in the cloud era.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Feb 2019

Public Cloud

Pliops raises US$30m to 'transform' data centre infrastructure

With backing including the likes of Intel and SoftBank Ventures Asia, the company intends to expand its operations in the US, China, and Israel.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019

Data Analytics

Gartner's top 10 data and analytics trends for 2019

Data is the fuel for the modern world, and analytics the engine. Gartner has compiled the top 10 trends to watch this year.

By Ben Moore • 7 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019

Opinion

How CIOs can work with colleagues to drive new competitive advantages

CIOs must demonstrate they can drive new competitive advantages and earn a place in the boardroom, according to McKinsey.

By Simon Horrocks • 4 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019

Malware

Cryptomining apps discovered on Microsoft's app store

Symantec discovers eight cryptomining apps on the Microsoft Store, exploiting users' CPUs to mine Monero. Microsoft has since removed the apps.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019

EduTech

Vodafone releases phones with child-safe features

Along with the restriction capabilities, the Vodafone Smart N9 range also has a range of emergency and safety controls.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019

Unified Communications

Vocus & Vodafone unbundle NZ's fibre network

Vodafone and Vocus Group New Zealand have launched the country's first unbundled fibre connection, aiming to improve reliance and performance for customers.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Feb 2019

Firewalls

Why SD-WAN is key for expanding businesses - SonicWall

Australian businesses are set to invest approximately AUD $93 billion in IT in 2019, with SD-WAN emerging as a cost-saving and performance-enhancing necessity.

By Amit Singh • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Feb 2019