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Unapproved AI tools widely used by data professionals
Data Protection

Unapproved AI tools widely used by data professionals

Four in ten data professionals rely on unapproved AI tools at work, prompting fresh fears over data security, privacy and skills gaps.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Sat, 10th Jan 2026
Orange & Infinera partnership boosts transatlantic connectivity
Network Infrastructure

Orange & Infinera partnership boosts transatlantic connectivity

Orange's new adoption of Infinera's GX Series-based ICE6 coherent solution bolsters transatlantic connectivity with ultra-low latency, paving the way for robust 400 GbE services across critical routes.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2024
AI tool FACTlix to detect fraudulent consumer reviews
Software-as-a-Service

AI tool FACTlix to detect fraudulent consumer reviews

FACTlix, aims to identify and combat fraudulent consumer reviews, a deceitful practice that has impacted 12% of ecommerce sales and misled countless consumers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Jan 2024
AVASK unveils strategic growth plans with new CEO at the helm
Partner Programmes

AVASK unveils strategic growth plans with new CEO at the helm

AVASK announces a plan for strategic growth under new leadership, focusing on improving logistics, VAT and Customs services.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Dec 2023
Colt Technology announces expansion to US infrastructure
Hyperscale

Colt Technology announces expansion to US infrastructure

Colt Technology Services announces the expansion of its US capabilities with the connection of a new data centre and subsea Cable Landing Station (CLS), NJFX.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 31st May 2023
The link between enterprise data security and sustainability
Clean technologies

The link between enterprise data security and sustainability

There is a link between enterprise data security and sustainability, according to a new report from Blancco Technology Group.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021
MD of Subsea Networks discusses new subsea cable at DataCentres Ireland
Network Infrastructure

MD of Subsea Networks discusses new subsea cable at DataCentres Ireland

What does it mean for Ireland? Paling asserts massive connectivity that puts the nation up there with other leading international locations.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Nov 2017
Colt to upgrade subsea network globally and expand to North America
Network Infrastructure

Colt to upgrade subsea network globally and expand to North America

Colt to supercharge its global subsea network and bolster its North American presence, enhancing digital connectivity for multinational firms.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Nov 2017
Telstra, Ericsson and Ciena deliver transatlantic encryption
Encryption

Telstra, Ericsson and Ciena deliver transatlantic encryption

Ericsson, Telstra, Ciena trial game-changing transatlantic encryption at 100Gbps, safeguarding data without sacrificing speed.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Sep 2017
Why you need a “dataport” for globally transporting data
Hyperscale

Why you need a “dataport” for globally transporting data

The digitalization of the global economy is increasing demand for interconnection hubs to transport data via subsea cables.

By Klaas Mertens • 4 min read • Tue, 13th Sep 2016
End of an era? NZ paging network to be shut off
Unified Communications

End of an era? NZ paging network to be shut off

As New Zealand embraces digital evolution, Spark plans to switch off its legacy paging network by March 2017, marking an end to an era.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jul 2015

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Google says privacy key as NZ Identity Check system planned
Private Cloud

Google says privacy key as NZ Identity Check system planned

Google supports efforts to fix legal stability in data flow and privacy. New Zealand uses Google Analytics in online ID system.

By Phil Pennington • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2022
Surface 2: Go leaner and meaner this Xmas…
Microsoft

Surface 2: Go leaner and meaner this Xmas…

Surface 2 gears up to be the Kiwi's festive favourite: sleeker, swifter and lighter, blending work and leisure effortlessly.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2013