Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 130
2degrees - the Emperor is wearing no clothes...
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Amid its 5th anniversary, 2degrees remains, defying the fate of its late-entry peers, yet its struggle for survival continues in New Zealand's telecom market.
Boost for rural high-speed broadband as Spark's 4G rollout begins...
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Spark New Zealand has launched its 4G services on the recently acquired 700MHz spectrum in the Waikato region.
Data focus helps Vocus record 'significant' financial results
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Vocus Communications reports strong FY2014 results with net profit up 53% to $13.6m and revenue up 38% to $92.3m.
Indonesian state owned telco to buy into 2degrees
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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Indonesia's telecom giant Telkom set to acquire a 27% share in New Zealand's 2degrees, strengthening its presence in the Asia Pacific.
Spark customers offered special deal on Lightbox
Thu, 28th Aug 2014
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Spark offers broadband customers a special half-price Lightbox deal for six months, adding to its 30-day free trial, for a limited time.
Light up, Light up, because now you have a choice...
Thu, 28th Aug 2014
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NZ's newest online TV service, Lightbox, goes live with exclusive shows, promising freedom and entertainment for all broadband users.
National 'finally wakes up' to rural broadband issues
Wed, 27th Aug 2014
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New Zealand's new $150m rural broadband fund must be truly contestable and not a slush fund for large telcos, warns Labour ICT spokesperson Clare Curran.
Govt reveals $150m rural broadband boost
Wed, 27th Aug 2014
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National announces a £150m plan to boost rural broadband, aiming to expand access and improve connectivity outside urban areas.
Can a digital workforce create 100,000 new NZ jobs?
Tue, 26th Aug 2014
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Internet MANA has launched its election campaign, promising 100,000 new jobs and to make New Zealand a digital workforce.
Spark NZ: All Blacks score not the only figure to soar at Eden Park
Tue, 26th Aug 2014
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Mobile data usage skyrocketed during the Bledisloe Cup match, with a 110% increase compared to last year's test match, according to Spark New Zealand.
Spark momentum gathers pace as Kiwis warm to strategic change
Fri, 22nd Aug 2014
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Spark New Zealand's strategic focus on customers bolsters momentum, promising net earnings growth with a surge in mobile and IT services.
Premier League struggles to clamp down on illegal online highlights
Thu, 21st Aug 2014
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Premier League faces uphill battle to curb illegal online goal sharing, too vast for current copyright laws, experts predict.
Vodafone gives Aussies heading to NZ a 4G boost...
Wed, 20th Aug 2014
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Over 2.5 million Vodafone Australia postpaid customers can now benefit from 4G data speeds when roaming in New Zealand.
Why connectivity is no longer enough for growth seeking telcos…
Tue, 19th Aug 2014
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Australia's mobile services market experienced plateauing revenue and subscribers in 2013, according to a new IDC report.
NZ first as Vodafone prepares for smart future...
Fri, 15th Aug 2014
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Vodafone activates tri-band 4G and carrier aggregation in NZ, creating three times the capacity of a single spectrum site.
Vodafone doubles the data for business customers
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Vodafone NZ boosts Red Business plans, doubling data for new and re-signing customers, aiming to meet the soaring mobile data demands.
Has Spark Business solved SMB cash flow struggles?
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Spark Business has partnered with local Kiwi company Optimizer to solve one of the most common ‘pain points’ for small business owners...
Spark Digital “unleashes Internet of Things” service for Kiwi businesses
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Spark Digital ignites a revolution for Kiwi firms with its IoT service, set to transform business automation and control.
Vodafone leaves telematic trail with Italian Cobra acquisition
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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Vodafone enhances global telematics footprint with the acquisition of Italy's Cobra, promising superior connected car services.
What do Microsoft, Steve Jobs and 2degrees have in common?
Thu, 14th Aug 2014
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John Stanton, the link between Microsoft, Steve Jobs, and 2degrees, takes a seat on Microsoft's board, showcasing his vast influence in mobile tech.