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Faster internet bringing more cyberattacks
Malware

Faster internet bringing more cyberattacks

Rising digital dependence is exposing businesses and households to more phishing scams, malware and other attacks, NZTech warns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Sep 2017
Kiwi health group concerned about Govt. rural broadband pledge
Unified Communications

Kiwi health group concerned about Govt. rural broadband pledge

The Rural Health Alliance of Aotearoa New Zealand applauds the Govt's NZD $270 million rural broadband investment but urges no extra costs for small towns.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Sep 2017
Kiwi internet speeds soar as UFB rollout nears completion
Unified Communications

Kiwi internet speeds soar as UFB rollout nears completion

Government's Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) programme 75% complete, providing fibre access to over 1 million households and businesses in New Zealand.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Wed, 14th Jun 2017
New report offers a bold vision of a digital future
Robotics

New report offers a bold vision of a digital future

Sent to MPs and officials, the manifesto urges faster action on digital skills, broadband and cyber security to keep New Zealand competitive.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017
Government targets 100% internet connectivity by 2025
Unified Communications

Government targets 100% internet connectivity by 2025

It's reviewing the proposals received in the tender process for the next phase of the Rural Broadband Initiative and the Mobile Black Spot Fund.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017
Infrastructure body welcomes irrigation investment
Risk & Compliance

Infrastructure body welcomes irrigation investment

Rural communities could gain jobs and stronger exports if the government’s NZD $90 million irrigation package is backed by equity rather than loans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 18th May 2017
Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen
EduTech

Let us tell your story - Educators is here to listen

We want to hear from you. How is the changing digital landscape affecting your educational offerings? We want to tell your stories.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
Chorus reveals top 10 Kiwi cities to live in for fast broadband
Unified Communications

Chorus reveals top 10 Kiwi cities to live in for fast broadband

Dunedin takes the lead in Chorus' top 10 NZ cities list for rapid broadband, showcasing tech strides and nationwide data surge.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Apr 2017

Global Stories

Ultra Fast Broadband (UFB) stories

Who offers the best broadband for gaming? We're about to find out
Gaming

Who offers the best broadband for gaming? We're about to find out

The finalists of the Broadband Compare awards have been announced in anticipation of the event, set to take place November 2nd 2017.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Sep 2017
Ultra-fast broadband is coming your way as government invests another $270 million
Unified Communications

Ultra-fast broadband is coming your way as government invests another $270 million

The government allocates NZD $270 million to extend Ultra-Fast Broadband to 190 more towns and improve rural internet access for 74,000 homes and businesses.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 30th Aug 2017
New consent regime makes access to ultra-fast broadband easier & faster
Unified Communications

New consent regime makes access to ultra-fast broadband easier & faster

This will help us achieve our target of providing up to 85% of New Zealanders with access to fibre by the end of 2024.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Aug 2017
4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks
Unified Communications

4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks

Apple accelerates into the 5G future with a licence to test cutting-edge networks, potentially leaving 4.5G in the dust.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 31st Jul 2017
New telco laws for advanced Internet: Goodie bag or mixed bag?
Unified Communications

New telco laws for advanced Internet: Goodie bag or mixed bag?

The government has announced a reform of the telco act that will affect Internet around the country - but is it good news for consumers?.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
Phase 2 of Ultra-Fast Broadband build underway - who's town is next?
Unified Communications

Phase 2 of Ultra-Fast Broadband build underway - who's town is next?

​The second phase of the government's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative is underway, with one South Island town and one North Island town first up.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 12th May 2017
Hokitika region next to get UFB access in latest rollout
Unified Communications

Hokitika region next to get UFB access in latest rollout

Hokitika chosen as first area to be connected in second phase of Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, bringing world-class connectivity to the region.

By Matthew Bain • 2 min read • Thu, 11th May 2017
Orcon & Slingshot offer quick fix for fibre broadband limbo
Unified Communications

Orcon & Slingshot offer quick fix for fibre broadband limbo

Orcon and Slingshot unveil 'ADSL While You Wait' to ease Kiwis into fibre-ready homes without the dreaded internet gap.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
UFB uptake growing steadily, says Govt
Unified Communications

UFB uptake growing steadily, says Govt

Over 1 in 3 NZ homes now enjoy ultra-fast broadband with a 13% surge in the last quarter, according to latest Government figures.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Feb 2017
Surprise surprise: NZ telcos need to up customer service game
Customer Relationship Management

Surprise surprise: NZ telcos need to up customer service game

The latest Consumer NZ survey on NZ telcos has revealed Kiwis aren't to happy when it comes to customer service.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Feb 2017