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In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
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Tuatahi & Ventia sign NZD $110 million fibre network deal

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Tuatahi First Fibre has appointed Ventia as its primary partner in a NZD $110 million deal to support its expanding fibre broadband network across New Zealand.
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Chorus debuts Express Connect for faster fibre at Datacentre220

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Chorus launches Express Connect at Auckland's Datacentre220, offering fibre connectivity in as little as four hours to speed up data centre access.
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Satellite IoT market to reach USD $4.7 billion by 2030

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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The satellite IoT market is set to grow at a 26% CAGR to reach USD $4.7 billion by 2030, driven by tech advances and rising demand for remote connectivity.
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Chorus boosts NZ business fibre with new 1Gbps option, faster fixes

Wed, 21st May 2025
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Chorus unveils a 1Gbps symmetrical fibre plan for NZ businesses, enhancing speeds and restoration times to boost digital productivity.
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Is Fixed Wireless Access the next big thing?

Mon, 19th May 2025
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Fixed Wireless Access is booming, with revenues set to hit USD $67 billion by 2028, offering flexible, cost-effective broadband solutions via 5G to SMEs globally.
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Ethernity integrates remote OLT with VOLTHA

Mon, 28th Apr 2025
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Ethernity Networks has integrated its Remote OLT with Linux Foundation Broadband's VOLTHA 2.12, promoting open, flexible fibre broadband solutions for CSPs and ISPs.
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Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites

Fri, 18th Apr 2025
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Discover Waitomo in New Zealand's King Country has enhanced connectivity and safety with Spark's Starlink satellite internet, replacing unreliable VDSL access.
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Spark leads New Zealand internet rankings for 2024-2025

Thu, 10th Apr 2025
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Spark has topped the nPerf rankings for New Zealand's fixed internet quality for 2024-2025, scoring 117,844 points amid stiff competition.
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Mercury enhances services with One NZ fibre network upgrade

Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Mercury is upgrading its services by partnering with One NZ to enhance its fibre network, aiming for greater capacity and improved reliability across New Zealand.
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Technology feeds curiosity - and it needs inquisitive women

Sat, 8th Mar 2025
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On International Women's Day, a women in tech shares her passion for STEM, encouraging others to embrace their curiosity and creativity in a dynamic industry.
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LF Broadband & WBA unite for seamless broadband future

Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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LF Broadband has teamed up with the Wireless Broadband Alliance to develop open source wireless broadband solutions, enhancing global connectivity and standards.
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Wireless Broadband Alliance releases L4S Wi-Fi guidelines

Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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The Wireless Broadband Alliance has unveiled new guidelines for implementing L4S technology in Wi-Fi, aiming to enhance low-latency applications like cloud gaming and VR.
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Chorus announces free speed upgrade for NZ fibre users

Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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Chorus is set to enhance wholesale fibre broadband speeds for over 700,000 New Zealand homes at no extra cost, starting June 2025.
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PointCast unveils cost-saving satellite internet solution

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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PointCast has unveiled an innovative satellite solution designed to cut broadband installation costs by up to 50%, enhancing accessibility for remote businesses.
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Wireless Broadband reveals Wi-Fi industry trends for 2025

Tue, 7th Jan 2025
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The Wireless Broadband Alliance forecasts significant Wi-Fi advancements by 2025, highlighting AI's role and the rise of Wi-Fi 7 for enhanced connectivity.
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Kacific unveils SatPack for remote satellite internet access

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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Kacific Broadband Satellites Group has launched SatPack, a portable satellite internet solution designed to provide connectivity in remote Asia-Pacific regions.
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Finalists for NZ Compare Awards 2024 announced

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Finalists for the NZ Compare Awards 2024 have been revealed, highlighting top performers in New Zealand's power and telecommunications sectors.
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TCCA urges standards compliance for mission-critical apps

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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TCCA has highlighted the need for standards compliance in mission-critical broadband applications to enhance efficiency for critical communications users.
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Intellian's compact panels launch for OneWeb's LEO network

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Intellian Technologies has launched its Compact Flat Panel Series, enhancing global connectivity for Eutelsat Group's OneWeb LEO network users.
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EonFibre launches high-capacity fibre in New Zealand

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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EonFibre has commenced operations, providing high-capacity wholesale fibre services across New Zealand, powered by cutting-edge technology from Ciena.