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Mobile data usage skyrocketed during the Bledisloe Cup match, with a 110% increase compared to last year's test match, according to Spark New Zealand.

It may have been a long and winding road to get there, but for Deidre Steyn, the technology industry was always going to be a natural fit for her talents.

ShoreTel appoints Frederic Gillant as Vice President and Managing Director for Asia Pacific to drive sales and expand partner network.

John Stanton, the link between Microsoft, Steve Jobs, and 2degrees, takes a seat on Microsoft's board, showcasing his vast influence in mobile tech.

John W. Stanton, billionaire backer of 2degrees, joins Microsoft's board, bolstering the tech giant's mobile and global expertise.

Although the prices of many commodity wholesale services are falling, accelerating traffic volumes will ensure that wholesale revenues will continue to grow.

Kiwi innovator to face global giants like Woz in Talent Unleashed finals, championing community impact with tech.

More than half of all devices in corporate networks are ageing or obsolete, according to Dimension Data's annual Network Barometer Report 2014.

Apple's Wozniak and Sir Richard Branson to judge NZ's finest in global tech contest, highlighting Kiwi innovation on the world stage.

Unisys NZ's Steve Griffin reveals experience is key in data centre choice, likening CIOs to Rugby selectors for crucial IT strategies.

PC monitor shipments decline in Q1 2014, but stronger than forecasted, according to IDC. Dell and HP both experience solid growth.

Why is IBM transitioning x86 to Lenovo? That's million-dollar question on the lips of the company's Business Partners.

Worldwide software market forecasted to grow 5.9% in 2014, driven by Big Data and analytics and enterprise applications - IDC.

Commerce Commission accused of failing Kiwi consumers in mobile market review. Two Degrees founder calls for action.

Juniper Research estimates that the combined Motorola-Lenovo smartphone shipments for Q1 2013 exceeded 20 million, putting the joint entity into a third place.

Deidre Steyn tells David Williams how she is relishing the role of general manager at one of New Zealand’s original internet success stories.

Despite a decline in PC sales, Gartner forecasts a 6.9% growth in device shipments in 2014, driven by mobiles and tablets.

Dimension Data introduces Cloud Private Network Connection (CPNC) services, enhancing security and performance for cloud data management globally.

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty has said the company must address its under-performing hardware business after a disappointing year.

At last week’s NetGuide Web Awards, founder Tex Edwards hit the stage with a message for New Zealand and it’s regulators.