Spark stories - Page 2
Spark invests $15m in Waikato's digital infrastructure in NZ
Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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cloud services
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university of waikato
Spark plans to invest over $15m into improving digital infrastructure in New Zealand's Waikato region, in conjunction with the University of Waikato.
CCL unveils Copilot readiness workshop for Microsoft 365
Wed, 27th Mar 2024
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risk & compliance
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genai
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data privacy
CCL has launched a readiness workshop for Copilot, a Microsoft 365 service. Expected to empower private enterprises and public organisations with AI capabilities, it aims to boost productivity, creativity, and connectivity securely.
Qrious celebrates decade of innovation & AI advancement in New Zealand
Tue, 26th Mar 2024
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Qrious, Spark Business Group's tech sub-division, celebrates a decade of leveraging AI and data to transform major industries across New Zealand with innovative solutions.
Spark unveils online protections against cyber hazards & scams
Fri, 22nd Mar 2024
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malware
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phishing
Spark is set to boost customer online safety with new features, including an automated text scam firewall and filters to block malware, phishing, and child sexual abuse materials.
Spark NZ warns of firms' unreadiness for AI-based future
Mon, 11th Mar 2024
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migration
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hybrid cloud
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data analytics
New Zealand's largest telco, Spark, warns companies to prepare for an AI-driven future amid an observed lack of supportive cloud infrastructure and waning AI maturity.
Spark launches Aotearoa's first AI for Business Mini MBA
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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genai
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productivity
New Zealand firms offered chance to join first national AI for Business Mini MBA programme, promising to enhance competitiveness via AI applications.
Spark & NZIER to boost NZ's productivity with technology
Fri, 23rd Feb 2024
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cloud services
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productivity
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nzier
Spark, in partnership with the NZIER, aims to steer Aotearoa New Zealand a technology generation ahead, addressing the country's productivity challenges.
The departure of Sparks cybersecurity leader Josh Bahlman
Mon, 19th Feb 2024
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uc
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Josh Bahlman, esteemed leader of Spark New Zealand's Cyber Defence and Technology Architecture teams, has resigned after a significant ten-year tenure.
Hourua partners with TCCA improving NZ emergency communications
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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police
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emergency communications
NZ's Hourua, a joint venture by Spark and One NZ, partners with global group TCCA to enhance emergency services' communications through robust multi-network cellular solutions.
Talking cybersecurity with the board of Directors
Wed, 14th Feb 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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investment
Cybersecurity professionals must translate their technical language to ensure board members fully grasp inherent cyber threats, to encourage informed investment and more accountable cybercrime prevention.
Combating cybercrime in NZ with a robust cybersecurity strategy
Wed, 17th Jan 2024
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
New Zealand businesses grapple with cybercrime's volatile threat landscape, as incidents across various sectors showcase the dire consequences. A nuanced approach to cybersecurity strategy is vital.
Qrious reaches to Premier tier status with Snowflake
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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data analytics
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martech
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cdp
Qrious elevates to Premier tier partner status with Snowflake, driving a shift towards data and cloud computing solutions in aiding DX.
Susannah Redstone appointed as General Manager at Digital Island
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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digital transformation
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cx
Susannah Redstone, with over two decades of telecoms experience, has been named General Manager at Digital Island.
Spark introduces Outage Assist for uninterrupted connectivity during outages
Thu, 14th Dec 2023
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uc
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martech
Spark launches Outage Assist, offering free mobile data and hotspotting to broadband customers during fixed network outage.
Bluecurrent & Spark achieve 1 million IoT connections in New Zealand
Tue, 5th Dec 2023
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iot
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cleantech
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productivity
Bluecurrent and Spark notch up one million IoT connections in NZ for smarter metering, bolstering efficiency and innovation.
Spark to launch satellite-connected cell tower project
Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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cleantech
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sustainability
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northland
Spark and Lynk have begun a NZ project for a network of satellite-connected cell towers, aiming to maintain connectivity during crises.
New Zealand cybersecurity recognised at iSANZ Awards 2023
Wed, 15th Nov 2023
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edutech
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cybersecurity
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kordia
2023 iSANZ Awards recognises New Zealand's cybersecurity talents, lauding innovation and dedication within the industry.
Spark and AirSuite launch indoor air quality solution for offices
Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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iot
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apm
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healthtech
Telecoms giant Spark partners with environmental startup AirSuite to provide a solution for maintaining indoor air quality for offices.
42% of macOS users use AI-based apps daily: Report
Wed, 18th Oct 2023
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ai
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software development
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personal computing devices
Setapp unveils annual Mac Apps Report, offering insights into app usage and trends among over 1,000 US Mac users.
2023 iSANZ Awards: Finalists announced highlighting Kiwi talent
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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kordia
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duo
iSANZ Awards 2023 announces finalists for NZ's top cybersecurity honours, with varied categories. Winners to be revealed soon.