Spark stories
OVHcloud launches all-in-one data platform for analytics & AI
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virtualisation
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data analytics
OVHcloud launches its Data Platform, a cloud service enabling organisations to analyse data with AI while ensuring compliance, cost control, and data sovereignty.
Satellite upgrade brings better access at Waitomo sites
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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.
Spark leads New Zealand internet rankings for 2024-2025
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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.
Google unveils advanced AI capabilities in BigQuery platform
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data analytics
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Google has launched advanced AI features in its BigQuery platform, boosting business efficiency with a 50% rise in campaign productivity for clients.
Flock Consulting appoints Matt Hemens as Head of Sales
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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data analytics
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ai
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telstraclear
Flock Consulting has appointed Matt Hemens as Head of Sales, aiming to enhance growth and expand its reach in New Zealand and Australia.
Lenovo appoints Victoria Mahan as NZ General Manager
Tue, 21st Jan 2025
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lenovo
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hp
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it industry
Lenovo has appointed Victoria Mahan as General Manager for New Zealand, succeeding Libby MacGregor, to lead operations from Auckland.
Exclusive: How AI is revolutionising GP workflows, patient care
Mon, 25th Nov 2024
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ai
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ai ethics & governance
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healthtech
GP Karl Cole highlights the revolutionary impact of AI on medical workflows and patient care, improving efficiency and reducing clinician burnout.
ZeroJet & Tectrax merge to lead electric marine market
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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engineering
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spark
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resilience
ZeroJet and Tectrax are set to merge by December 2024, combining their electric marine technologies to enhance global market reach and innovation.
Jelena Lawton joins One NZ as enterprise mobility lead
Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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crm
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spacetech
Jelena Lawton has been appointed as Enterprise Mobility Sales Lead at One New Zealand, enhancing mobility solutions for businesses across the country.
Transpower partners with Spark for TransGO network upgrade
Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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smartphones
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partner programmes
Transpower partners with Spark to upgrade the TransGO fibre optic network, enhancing critical infrastructure with improved connectivity, digitisation, and mobility.
Spark teams up with Fidelity Life for data governance strategy
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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data protection
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dlp
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data privacy
Fidelity Life partners with Spark to strengthen data governance using Microsoft Purview, aiming to boost resilience and competitiveness amidst decentralised IT operations.
Nokia chosen by Spark NZ for major 5G network expansion
Wed, 25th Sep 2024
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smartphones
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Nokia chosen by Spark New Zealand to spearhead its 4G and 5G expansion, providing equipment for over 700 sites, aiming to streamline operations and boost connectivity.
International Women in Cyber Day: Why we need more women in the field
Sun, 1st Sep 2024
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spark
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work-life balance
Despite progress, women in cybersecurity still face significant challenges. This International Women in Cyber Day, we explore why the industry needs them more than ever.
Spark expands partnership with Netskope for managed SSE services
Thu, 11th Jul 2024
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saas
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data protection
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paas
Spark and Netskope have expanded their partnership to offer managed Security Service Edge services in New Zealand, bolstering cybersecurity for remote workers and cloud services.
Revealed: Presbyterian Support Central partners with Spark
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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healthtech
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productivity
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support
Presbyterian Support Central has partnered with Spark to revamp its tech, aiming to improve productivity for over 1,000 employees amid budget constraints.
Anchora launches in New Zealand, appoints Romit Sinha as director
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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fintech
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martech
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financial systems
Anchora has launched in New Zealand, appointing former Proximity CTO Romit Sinha as Regional Director. Sinha aims to boost business growth through advanced martech solutions.
Spark announces major gaming festival in Auckland's Spark Arena
Wed, 3rd Jul 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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spark
Spark has unveiled the Spark Game Arena Live, a vibrant gaming festival set for 7 September 2024 at Auckland's Spark Arena, celebrating local talent and esports.
Spark to build data centre & surf park on Auckland's North Shore
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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power / energy
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genai
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ai
Spark secures resource consent for a new 40MW data centre in Auckland’s North Shore, using innovative heat exchange and solar power to enhance sustainability.
Gallagher Security appoints new digital & brand leaders
Thu, 20th Jun 2024
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digital entertainment
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spotify
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customers
Gallagher Security appoints Tom Harding as Head of Digital and Hugo Parcell as Head of Brand and Creative, aiming to drive innovation and growth in marketing.
Rural Connectivity Group completes 500th cell site in NZ
Wed, 12th Jun 2024
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connectivity
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digital divide
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2degrees
The Rural Connectivity Group celebrates a milestone with its 500th rural cell site, boosting wireless access for 33,000 homes in remote Aotearoa.