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Connectivity stories - Page 7

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Mastering office relocation without impacting productivity
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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data protection
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dr
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data analytics
Mastering an office relocation involves meticulous planning and smart timing, ensuring minimal disruptions while boosting productivity and transforming workspaces.
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Equinix invests USD $124 million in new Hong Kong data centre
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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hyperscale
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power / energy
Equinix commits USD $124 million to construct its largest Hong Kong data centre, HK6, aiming to bolster digital infrastructure and connectivity in the Greater Bay Area.
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Le Royal Monceau upgrades Wi-Fi with RUCKUS networks' help
Mon, 12th Aug 2024
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris, part of Accor, upgrades its Wi-Fi with CommScope's RUCKUS Networks to enhance guest experiences this summer.
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Australian telco complaints continue to decline in 2024
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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uc
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telco
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connectivity
Australia's telecommunications industry sees further improvement as complaints drop to 2.7 per 10,000 services in the April-June 2024 quarter, down from 3.1.
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Satellite IoT connectivity set to soar with 150% growth by 2029
Tue, 6th Aug 2024
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iot
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supply chain & logistics
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connectivity
A new Juniper Research study predicts IoT satellites to surge from 10,000 to 24,000 by 2029, driven by LEO satellite cost benefits and rising nomadic area connectivity demand.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 both fun and reliable
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Samsung's new and impressive Galaxy Z Flip 6 combines nostalgic flip phone charm with the cutting-edge technology you could once only dream of having.
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Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise partners with One-Net in Singapore
Mon, 5th Aug 2024
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uc
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digital transformation
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cx
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise partners with One-Net Communications to boost DAC solutions in Singapore, aimed at sectors like hospitality and transport.
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blueAPACHE appoints Pat Devlin as General Manager
Sat, 3rd Aug 2024
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connectivity
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blueapache
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cloud
Australian managed services provider blueAPACHE appoints Pat Devlin as General Manager to fortify strategic growth, following 85% ARR rise in five years.
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Zeller comments on Australia's move to decommission 3G networks
Fri, 2nd Aug 2024
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personal computing devices
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hardware
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connectivity
Australia’s 3G networks will be decommissioned next month, posing potential disruptions for retailers and hospitality businesses that rely on outdated tech.
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Contact Energy reaches 100,000 broadband customers in New Zealand
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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power / energy
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connectivity
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contact energy
Contact Energy's broadband service has hit 100,000 customers since its 2017 launch, highlighting the surging demand for connectivity in New Zealand.
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Sage & Microsoft enhance SMB efficiency with new tech tools
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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ai
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agentic ai
Sage and Microsoft roll out advanced tools, including instant financial insights and enhanced workflows, to improve operational efficiency for SMBs across Europe.
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McConnell Dowell speeds up construction with pop-up cellular connectivity
Wed, 31st Jul 2024
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router
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connectivity
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construction
McConnell Dowell accelerates construction project kick-offs using Cradlepoint's cellular routers, reducing setup time and costs while enhancing flexibility.
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GARR selects Infinera's 800G tech to boost network capacity
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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data analytics
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quantum computing
GARR has chosen Infinera's 800G technology to double the capacity of its optical network, enhancing connectivity for Italy’s research institutions and universities.
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O-RAN investment to hit $11 billion by 2029, study finds
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
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uc
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iot
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5g & beyond
A Juniper Research study predicts operator investment in Open Radio Access Networks will hit USD $11 billion by 2029, up from USD $2 billion in 2024.
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ASUS unveils ROG Ally X gaming console in Australia, NZ
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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storage
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asus
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connectivity
ASUS has launched the ROG Ally X handheld gaming console in Australia for AUD $1,599 and NZ for NZD $1,799, featuring enhanced specs and improved ergonomics.
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Optus technology enhances rural healthcare with 50% fewer complaints
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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wearables
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network infrastructure
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ai
Complaints about poor coverage in rural Australia have halved since Catholic Healthcare switched to the Optus network, highlighting technology's role in health and aged care.
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Industry leaders react to King's Speech on tech & cybersecurity
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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uc
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firewalls
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breach prevention
Industry leaders react to the King's Speech, highlighting the importance of connectivity, cybersecurity, and AI in the new Labour government's legislative agenda.
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Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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cloud services
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collaboration
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connectivity
Tony Capper joins Brightsolid as Regional Sales Director, bringing 25 years of IT sales expertise to drive growth from their new Manchester office.
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Australian government grants AUD $1.5m for Large Area Wi-Fi project
Wed, 17th Jul 2024
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
The Australian Government has awarded an AUD $1.5 million grant for the Large Area Wi-Fi project, aiming to enhance connectivity in remote communities.
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Powerco joins Chorus to enhance Coromandel fibre network
Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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power / energy
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cleantech
Powerco partners with Chorus to use spare capacity on its new 164-kilometre dark fibre network in the Coromandel, enhancing power reliability and connectivity.