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Bigpipe lights up Auckland with ultrafast broadband, offering up to 200Mbps speeds, setting a new benchmark for residential internet.

Chorus bolsters its network with 6,000 new lines, but puts its Boost HD initiative on hold amid regulatory challenges.

Kelly Eyerman talks to Heather Wright about women in technology, her Apple love affair and maintaining balance.

Nearly half of NZ firms lack readiness against cyber threats, a concerning finding for the country's vital primary industries.

IT decision makers are under increasing pressure from the boardroom - and that's impacting the roll-out of new business initiatives.

Kiwi tech enthusiasts get first look at Windows 10 at Synnex's NZ roadshow, highlighting the OS's global debut and interactive tech exhibits.

Alcatel-Lucent has divested itself of its enterprise division, with Alcatel Lucent Enterprise now in the hands of a Chinese investment company.

Inland Revenue eyes software talent, seeks to revamp NZ's tax system, making it simpler for citizens with cutting-edge tech.

Vodafone New Zealand's financials are matching its logo for the first time in 13 years, as the company plunges into the red.

NZ firms trail in managing cyber threats, with PwC revealing a 48% spike in security incidents, costing significantly more financially.

Despite overall hiring dips, NZ's ICT sector sees growth, with a rise in firms intending to boost their teams, bucking industry trends.

Security companies warn businesses to patch vulnerable systems as a new bug, named Shellshocked, affects Linux and Unix systems.

Lenovo's acquisition of IBM's x86 opens a $5m investment in ANZ, promising growth and services opportunities, especially in New Zealand.

Rolleston, Burnside and Addington lead Christchurch's sprint to fibre broadband, with over 20% connectivity. Enable highlights surging local demand.

Mega's backdoor listing faces more delays, now set for a late Nov deadline amid regulatory consultations, extending uncertainty for TRS Investments' $210m deal.

Microsoft leaps over Windows 9 to unveil Windows 10, promising a new era for PCs with enterprise-grade security and universal apps.

NZ's mobile commerce to leap from $3.9bn to $9.6bn by 2019, with entertainment and physical goods driving growth, says Frost and Sullivan.

Westcon adds Cloud DC's OfficeBox to its cloud product range, a virtual desktop offering accessible on multiple devices.

Conversant launches C-Net, a business-grade broadband for VoIP, offering seamless cloud communication for New Zealand businesses.

OCG Systems aims for NZ expansion through a new partnership with Attra, enhancing Jitterbit integrations and customer support.