Broadband stories
In two words, Broadband is a fast connection. To the internet, of course. While ‘fast’ isn’t generally defined as it is a moving target (what was considered fast 5 years ago isn’t considered fast today), Broadband generally refers to the fastest available consumer connections regardless of technology type. Wireless networks or fibre networks are equally described as ‘Broadband connections’, often prefixed as ‘wireless Broadband’ or ‘Fibre Broadband’. The name derives from the broad array of technologies available for the creation of a high-capacity internet connection.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/09/05/preview_techday_999e968314b1a206aae6.webp)
Concerns grow over delayed UK broadband switching system rollout
4 days ago
#
uc
#
broadband
#
bt
Concerns arise over the UK One Touch Switch system as Ofcom deems it unready; customers must stick to existing broadband switching methods, risking ongoing overpayments.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/09/04/preview_techday_4f9d7d4997c76d906506.webp)
NEXTDC unveils Adelaide's first Tier IV data centre, A1
4 days ago
#
uc
#
digital transformation
#
hyperscale
NEXTDC has launched Adelaide’s first Tier IV data centre, A1, aiming to drive South Australia's digital transformation with 5MW power and 3,000 sqm of IT space.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/08/28/preview_techday_5b5f12729abf89d3bc01.webp)
Tangerine unveils new high speed NBN plans for regional areas
Last week
#
uc
#
nbn
#
customer service
Australian telco Tangerine launches high-speed NBN Fixed Wireless plans in regional areas, offering three pricing tiers to address growing internet demand.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/08/21/preview_techday_0599f2d668d598a997d0.webp)
NBN enhances energy efficiency with Ericsson's tech in Australia
Last month
#
uc
#
ericsson
#
nbn
NBN, in partnership with Ericsson, has improved energy efficiency across 2,400 Fixed Wireless towers, cutting power use by 1.3 GWh annually, enough to power 200 homes.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/08/19/preview_Progility_Technologies_-_Changes_to_Leadership_Team__1_.webp)
Progility Technologies announces new CEO & leadership team changes
Last month
#
uc
#
telstra
#
telco
Progility Technologies names David Gilmour as CEO, Megan Hossack as CCO, and Kerry Mitropoulos as COO, marking a strategic push for growth and operational excellence.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/08/15/preview_techday_6211f46ec55337a06a51.webp)
NEXTDC opens pioneering data centre in Darwin with Vocus
Last month
#
uc
#
hyperscale
#
dc
NEXTDC, in partnership with the Northern Territory Government and Vocus, has launched a new data centre in Darwin, aimed at boosting regional tech capabilities.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/30/preview_techday_c86f4a8f7eba9c2ddc3a.webp)
Singtel adopts TR-369 standard, enhances broadband services
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
smartphones
#
smart home
Singtel, in partnership with Nokia, has become the first fixed broadband provider to adopt the TR-369 standard for Wi-Fi management, enhancing digital experiences.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/29/preview_techday_315cb97e1be3c0da028c.webp)
O-RAN investment to hit $11 billion by 2029, study finds
Mon, 29th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
iot
#
5g & beyond
A Juniper Research study predicts operator investment in Open Radio Access Networks will hit USD $11 billion by 2029, up from USD $2 billion in 2024.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/24/preview_techday_d26ca1bf64e5c518a0ed.webp)
The truth about SD-WAN and how it can support businesses as they digitally transform
Wed, 24th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
network infrastructure
#
digital transformation
As businesses embrace digital transformation, SD-WAN provides agile, secure networking solutions, debunking myths about latency and separate security needs.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/19/preview_techday_0a9019eb58d832abf3e3.webp)
Leap Telecommunications' Matthew Enger wins big at 2024 ACOMM
Fri, 19th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
smartphones
#
hyperscale
Matthew Enger of Leap Telecommunications has been named Communications Ambassador 2024 at the ACOMM Awards in Sydney.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/18/preview_techday_9183e96384ed80f969e5.webp)
Industry leaders react to King's Speech on tech & cybersecurity
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
#
firewalls
#
uc
#
breach prevention
Industry leaders react to the King's Speech, highlighting the importance of connectivity, cybersecurity, and AI in the new Labour government's legislative agenda.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/10/preview_techday_cc1721c300bf07de8dcc.webp)
MedUX report: BT leads UK in broadband Quality of Experience
Wed, 10th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
BT tops MedUX's inaugural UK benchmark report, leading in overall broadband Quality of Experience with high scores for reliability, speed, and streaming.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/04/preview_techday_faff1c777ffc984099f5.webp)
Vodafone & Hubbl partner to simplify Australian streaming
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
digital entertainment
#
5g & beyond
Vodafone partners with Hubbl to offer Australians simplified streaming, integrating live TV and on-demand content through its NBN and 5G plans.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/07/04/preview_techday_18d8178c3415bd719d8a.webp)
Aston University sets world record in data transmission speed
Thu, 4th Jul 2024
#
uc
#
edutech
#
telco
Aston University researchers shatter data transmission speed record, reaching 402 terabits per second with advanced optical fibre technology.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/06/28/preview_techday_18ed3cf8b61bd710363a.webp)
Online voting in the UK could attract 4.9 million new voters
Fri, 28th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
labour party
#
telco
Research by Broadband Genie suggests that implementing online voting in the UK could welcome 4.9 million new voters. Is it the solution we need?.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/06/11/preview_techday_3d158175b2157b33cb44.webp)
Swoop sells Voicehub to Pivotel for AU$9 million in strategic decision
Tue, 11th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
telco
#
customers
Swoop Holdings sells its wholesale voice business, Voicehub, to Pivotel for AUD $9 million, refocusing on core markets post-strategic review.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/06/07/preview_img-aQ31r4xITWJuTtdXBgytdnxD.webp)
Kacific wins Gold Stevie for tech innovation at Asia-Pacific awards
Fri, 7th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
spacetech
#
telco
Kacific Broadband clinched the Gold Stevie Award for Innovation in Tech at the 2024 Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, solidifying its leadership in sustainable satellite solutions.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/06/06/preview_img-zNnWPTjAWsoejJjjEcogeJqo.webp)
Finalists announced for 2024 ACOMMS awards in Sydney
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
smartphones
#
hyperscale
Communications Alliance has revealed finalists for the 2024 ACOMMS Awards, celebrating achievements in Australia's communications sector. Winners to be announced at a gala dinner on 18 July.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/06/06/preview_img-eONczCXs5KjhGiYGgAd2dtvi.webp)
More Telecom partners with SourseAI for marketing innovation
Thu, 6th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
cx
#
martech
More Telecom partners with SourseAI to leverage AI for enhanced marketing strategies, aiming to improve customer engagement and optimise budget use amidst today's economic challenges.
![Story image](../../../../../uploads/story/2024/06/05/preview_img-XGG3LFCv9yswMmC8UHoarx3n.webp)
Half of Australian consumers switch mobile providers biennially
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
#
uc
#
cx
#
martech
Half of Australian mobile users switch carriers biennially, with one-third buying for others, reveals SpinTel study, highlighting value over loyalty and smaller provider appeal.