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ComCom seeks feedback on Chorus withdrawal from copper and broadband services
Unified Communications

ComCom seeks feedback on Chorus withdrawal from copper and broadband services

New Zealand's Commerce Commission is seeking feedback on a code designed to protect consumers as Chorus moves them from copper to fibre networks.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th May 2020
Healthcare IT is in dire need of investment, says NZ Health IT chief
Health Technologies

Healthcare IT is in dire need of investment, says NZ Health IT chief

New Zealand's digital health tech needs more investment to support healthcare during the pandemic, says NZ Health IT.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2020
Strong industry representation on CompTIA Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council
Partner Programmes

Strong industry representation on CompTIA Artificial Intelligence Advisory Council

CompTIA unveils its AI Advisory Council composed of top executives from 16 leading organisations to drive AI adoption and innovation in the IT industry.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 12th May 2020
vBridge latest Kiwi company to gain high ISO certification
Disaster Recovery

vBridge latest Kiwi company to gain high ISO certification

The company chose to adopt ISO 27001 as their ISMS as it is globally recognised, requires ongoing auditing and review by 3rd party accredited providers.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020
Voyager Internet acquires Kiwi telco HD Net
Unified Communications

Voyager Internet acquires Kiwi telco HD Net

New Zealand's Voyager Internet acquires local telco HD Net, significantly enhancing its data centre capabilities and service offerings.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Apr 2020
Kiwi startup announces 2020 launch of rental marketplace app
Startups

Kiwi startup announces 2020 launch of rental marketplace app

A Kiwi start-up, Mutu, is set to launch a peer-to-peer rental marketplace app this year, aiming to reduce waste and foster a smaller carbon footprint.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Apr 2020
MYOB backs Kiwi women's business goals
Fintech

MYOB backs Kiwi women's business goals

MYOB launches Stand Tall, Leap High to inspire Kiwi women, reflecting the passion and diversity that drive successful female entrepreneurs in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Apr 2020
Interview: Equinox co-CEOs on adopting cloud and delivering business value
Unified Communications

Interview: Equinox co-CEOs on adopting cloud and delivering business value

In an exclusive interview, Equinox IT's co-CEOs discuss agile methodologies, cloud adoption, and navigating business value during the COVID-19 crisis.

By Nick Forrester • 7 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
Axios Systems bolsters University of Canterbury's IT service management
IT services

Axios Systems bolsters University of Canterbury's IT service management

The University of Canterbury has replaced its IT service management software to address inefficiencies and improve user experience.@axiossystems.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
Uber Eats injects $5 million into ANZ operations as demand surges
Uber

Uber Eats injects $5 million into ANZ operations as demand surges

Uber Eats announces measures to support restaurants in Australia and New Zealand facing potential nationwide shut-downs due to COVID-19 outbreak.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2020
InternetNZ appeals to govt to ensure every Kiwi is connected during crisis
Unified Communications

InternetNZ appeals to govt to ensure every Kiwi is connected during crisis

The most effective way to 'flatten the curve' is to ensure everyone has an internet connection, says InternetNZ.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Mar 2020
Vodafone's Sharina Nisha up for Women Leading Tech Award
Engineering

Vodafone's Sharina Nisha up for Women Leading Tech Award

Vodafone New Zealand's Sharina Nisha nominated for Women Leading Tech Awards in Australia, the only Kiwi on the finalist list.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2020
Privacy Bill will mandate more transparency in Kiwi businesses - OPC
EduTech

Privacy Bill will mandate more transparency in Kiwi businesses - OPC

New Zealand businesses must prepare for new regulations around mandatory breach legislation, warns the Privacy Bill.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Mar 2020
Fixed broadband prices most expensive in New Zealand, as fibre overtakes copper
Unified Communications

Fixed broadband prices most expensive in New Zealand, as fibre overtakes copper

Fibre has surpassed copper as Kiwi households' primary internet access, according to a report by the Commerce Commission.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2020
TCF: Telcos meeting New Zealand demand
Unified Communications

TCF: Telcos meeting New Zealand demand

The Commerce Commission has released its Annual Telecommunication Monitoring Report this week, and the TCF says it is welcoming the report's findings.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2020
Inland Revenue shuts down to make changes to tax system
Digital Transformation

Inland Revenue shuts down to make changes to tax system

The revenue system will be closed for a week in April as Inland Revenue introduces a new round of changes to make tax more straightforward.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020
Spark rallies Kiwi innovators to share their 5G ideas
Unified Communications

Spark rallies Kiwi innovators to share their 5G ideas

Spark is calling on New Zealand's most innovative businesses to pitch their best ideas about how 5G could benefit the country.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Mar 2020
IWD 2020 interview: Kordia's NZ CISO Hilary Walton
Risk & Compliance

IWD 2020 interview: Kordia's NZ CISO Hilary Walton

Ahead of International Women's Day, Kordia's CISO Hilary Walton shares her journey from the Royal New Zealand Air Force to championing diversity in tech.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Sun, 8th Mar 2020
AI Forum releases guidelines on development and use of AI in New Zealand
Artificial Intelligence

AI Forum releases guidelines on development and use of AI in New Zealand

New guidelines have been released by the AI Forum of New Zealand to help build public trust in AI across the country.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Mar 2020