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Juniper Networks selected as a Vodafone Global Approved Vendor
Partner Programmes

Juniper Networks selected as a Vodafone Global Approved Vendor

Juniper Networks has been chosen as a Vodafone Global Approved Vendor for its Contrail Networking software-defined networking solution.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Mar 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
Vodafone's two cents on what lies ahead for tech
Data Analytics

Vodafone's two cents on what lies ahead for tech

Vodafone forecasts a tech revolution with cyber security, AR, and diversity at the helm as it champions a more inclusive future.

By Shannon Williams • 7 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2017
Goodbye 2016: A look back at this year's IT industry
Data Analytics

Goodbye 2016: A look back at this year's IT industry

The Internet of Things, cyber security, digital transformation, a new budget, Trump… Oh how 2016 was a tumultuous year for the world.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2016
Complaints board throws out 2degrees carryover data complaint
ASA

Complaints board throws out 2degrees carryover data complaint

The Advertising Standards Authority has ruled in favor of 2degrees, stating that their advertisement about rollover data was not false advertising.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 28th Nov 2016
Govt gives telco industry props for restoration efforts following quakes
Unified Communications

Govt gives telco industry props for restoration efforts following quakes

UK Gov praises telecom's swift action restoring quake-hit networks to nearly pre-disaster function, highlights dedication of field teams.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Nov 2016

Stories from Other Regions

Vodafone NZ one-ups Spark with 70 percent acquisition in TeamTalk's Farmside
TeamTalk

Vodafone NZ one-ups Spark with 70 percent acquisition in TeamTalk's Farmside

The proposed investment by Vodafone in TeamTalk looks set to further deepen the strategic relationship between the two companies.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2017
Week in review: The biggest stories that went down this week on NetGuide
Apple

Week in review: The biggest stories that went down this week on NetGuide

It was a busy week for the NetGuide team. We thought we'd make it easy for you and pick out our highlights of the week in the land of consumer tech.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Fri, 24th Feb 2017
Opposition rejoice as Vodafone Sky merger thrown out
Commerce Commission

Opposition rejoice as Vodafone Sky merger thrown out

Commerce Commission decision to block proposed Vodafone-Sky merger is 'positive' for Kiwi consumers, says Spark.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
NO DEAL: Vodafone Sky merger no go
Commerce Commission

NO DEAL: Vodafone Sky merger no go

The Commerce Commission has declined clearance of the Vodafone/Sky merger, saying it could not exclude the chance the merger could lessen competition.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Feb 2017
InternetNZ: Scrutiny essential on ComCom's Vodafone-Sky decision
Sky

InternetNZ: Scrutiny essential on ComCom's Vodafone-Sky decision

InternetNZ calls for thorough vetting of the impending Vodafone-Sky merger decision, backing a potential delay.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2017
Spark pleas for pause as Vodafone-Sky merger looms
Commerce Commission

Spark pleas for pause as Vodafone-Sky merger looms

Spark seeks High Court halt to Vodafone-Sky deal, citing need for 'natural justice' and consumer protection before merger proceeds.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 20th Feb 2017
Kiwi parents concerned over kids' daily internet fix
Netsafe

Kiwi parents concerned over kids' daily internet fix

In a sign of how prevalent life online is, 61% of parents revealed that their pre-school children are now getting a daily fix of internet.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Feb 2017
2016: What a year it has been
Cybersecurity

2016: What a year it has been

From Leo's Oscar win to seismic shocks and a scandalous U.S. election, 2016 was a year of dramatic twists, showing us the best and worst of times.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2016
SecurityBrief New Zealand looks back at 2016: Malware and botnets and breaches, oh my!
Malware

SecurityBrief New Zealand looks back at 2016: Malware and botnets and breaches, oh my!

New threats, new malware, new attacks, new chaos and new ways to fight back: A look back at Kiwi cybersecurity in 2016.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2016
Spark is in but Alcatel is out: NZ's top five smartphone vendors reshuffled
Samsung

Spark is in but Alcatel is out: NZ's top five smartphone vendors reshuffled

Spark has edged out Alcatel from the top five vendors in the New Zealand smartphone market, according IDC's latest smartphone shipment stats.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2016
Commerce Commission delays final decision on Sky-Vodafone merger
Commerce Commission

Commerce Commission delays final decision on Sky-Vodafone merger

The deadline for the final decision on the proposed Sky-Vodafone merger has been pushed back to February due to a high number of submissions and a hea.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Dec 2016
NZ earthquake: Kiwi telcos join forces for Kaikoura recovery
Chorus

NZ earthquake: Kiwi telcos join forces for Kaikoura recovery

The disaster earthquake that struck New Zealand yesterday damaged a major fibre optic cable that all three telcos are working to resolve.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Nov 2016