Electricity stories
Taking organisations' physical security to the cloud
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storage
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data protection
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payroll systems
Physical security departments are recognising the value of cloud technologies for resource optimization, and many are embracing the benefits of hybrid solutions.
Unison Networks launches digital electricity safety programme for kids
Tue, 13th Feb 2024
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power / energy
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schools
New Zealand's Unison Networks launches a free, interactive online safety course aimed at teaching school children about the precautions needed when dealing with electricity.
Singer Electric & ABB launch maritime industry's first MCS for Auckland Transport
Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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power / energy
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electricity
Singer Electric and ABB are set to revolutionise maritime industry with the launch of the first Megawatt Charging System (MCS) for Auckland Transport's electric and hybrid-electric ferries, aiming to boost industry competitiveness and cut emissions.
Zyxel's energy-efficient switches help curb SMBs' electricity costs
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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firewall
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network infrastructure
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network security
In answer to soaring global electricity prices, Zyxel Networks innovates power-saving switches, offering significant cost efficiencies and sustainability for financially vulnerable SMBs.
Plug Power's green hydrogen venture powers Amazon's Colorado site
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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power / energy
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electricity
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Plug Power installs electrolyzer system at Amazon's Colorado centre, contributing to the green hydrogen economy and powering over 225 hydrogen fuelled forklift trucks.
NTT reveals technology predictions for 2024, featuring AI and sustainability
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
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network infrastructure
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paas
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iot
NTT has unveiled its key tech predictions for 2024, highlighting sustained AI growth, emerging trends, and focus on sustainability.
Information & communication sector shows resilience to inflation
Mon, 11th Dec 2023
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edutech
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power / energy
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inflation
Amidst rising inflation, the information and communication sector demonstrates remarkable resilience, with less impact observed.
'UK's crucial infrastructure under major threat from cyber attacks' report reveals
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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power / energy
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russia
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cios
The National Cyber Security Centre's annual review reveals a sustained and significant cyber threat to the UK's crucial infrastructure.
UK launch of Voltaware Sensor for detailed electricity tracking
Wed, 8th Nov 2023
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iot
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smart home
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power / energy
AI-powered Voltaware Sensor debuts in the UK, offering detailed appliance-specific electricity consumption tracking.
Balancing digital video demand and environmental sustainability in tech
Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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power / energy
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public internet
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electricity
The global tech community is addressing the environmental impact of video traffic on networks, according to Philippe Wetzel, CEO of VITEC.
Guaranteeing mission-critical power in an unstable world
Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
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power / energy
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renewable energy
The global shift towards alternative energy sources is forcing a review of traditional backup power solutions.
NZ Compare calls foul of EA deal with Powerswitch
Thu, 20th Jul 2023
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power / energy
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consumer nz
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electricity
The Electricity Authority for extending a $2.8m taxpayer-funded contract with Powerswitch, despite criticism of its failure to reduce consumer power prices.
How to Save Your Electricity Bills with BLUETTI Solar Generators
Mon, 26th Jun 2023
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power / energy
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generator
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solar power
BLUETTI, a leading provider of innovative solar generators, offers an effective and efficient way for Australian households to reduce their electricity bills.
AUCloud appoints Robert Ovens as Chief Product Officer
Fri, 21st Apr 2023
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big data
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data protection
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bi
AUCloud appoints Robert Ovens as Chief Product Officer to oversee the development and innovation of cloud and cyber security solutions in Australia.
How data centres can innovate for a sustainable future
Thu, 23rd Mar 2023
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colocation
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data centre cooling
Here's why Digital Realty is doubling down on a holistic approach to its data centres to improve environmental outcomes.
Muswellbrook Pumped Hydro to provide better electricity in NSW
Wed, 7th Sep 2022
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sustainable it
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partner programmes
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data centre maintenance / management
Idemitsu Australia signs AU$9.45m funding agreement with NSW Government's Energy Corporation for Muswellbrook Pumped Hydro project.
Canstar finds Flick Electric NZ’s favourite provider
Tue, 21st Jun 2022
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data centre maintenance / management
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flick electric
Canstar’s annual research to find New Zealand’s favourite electricity provider reveals Flick Electric has come out on top.
Mercury launches broadband and fibre packages for NZ customers
Thu, 16th Jun 2022
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broadband
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data centre maintenance / management
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power / energy
Mercury has officially launched Mercury Broadband, giving its electricity and gas customers the ability to add fibre to their existing Mercury account.
Cyber attacks on industrial assets cost firms millions
Fri, 10th Jun 2022
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data centre maintenance / management
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it in manufacturing
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power / energy
Some 89% of electricity, oil & gas, and manufacturing firms have experienced cyber attacks impacting production and energy supply over the past year.
Cybersecurity prompts upgrade for 1.3 billion electricity meters
Mon, 23rd May 2022
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power / energy
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data centre maintenance / management
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cybersecurity
ABI Research finds Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and cybersecurity concerns are prompting the upgrade of 1.3 billion electricity meters by 2027.
Google Cloud and Capgemini collaborate with Malaysia's largest electricity utility
Wed, 15th Dec 2021
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cloud services
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uc
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digital transformation
Capgemini and Google Cloud have announced a collaboration with TNB, the largest electricity utility in Malaysia.
Panduit joins ETIM International to standardise product management
Mon, 30th Nov 2020
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data centre maintenance / management
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power / energy
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cabling
Panduit states that its move to the ETIM data model is supported in data centers, enterprise, and industrial product groups.
Information is power when choosing electricity plans
Wed, 17th Apr 2019
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smart home
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data centre maintenance / management
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power / energy
Kiwis switch power firms for savings, yet lack key bill insight – survey reveals.
World’s longest electric car journey reaches Adelaide
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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sustainable it
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cartech
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data centre maintenance / management
Dutchman drives electric car 89,000km to Adelaide to demonstrate the power of sustainable mobility.