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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.
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NBN & RMIT launch ASTRID lab for AI & digital twins

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NBN and RMIT launch ASTRID lab to build AI-driven digital twins and robotics for smarter planning of Australia’s broadband network.
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Devoli marks record fifth year in Deloitte growth index

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Devoli becomes first to appear five years running in Deloitte New Zealand’s Masters of Growth Index, capping a 478% revenue surge.
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CelcomDigi revamps ONE bundle with 5G, fibre & Disney+

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CelcomDigi debuts revamped ONE bundles with 500Mbps fibre, unlimited 5G mobile lines and Disney+ streaming for Malaysian households.
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BCSSL & BSNL validate 5G FWA model, prepare for rollout

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BCSSL and BSNL validate enterprise-grade 5G FWA in Visakhapatnam, clearing the way for commercial rollout across India’s BSNL network.
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Indosat spins off IDR Rp14.6tr fibre in FibreCo deal

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Indosat to spin off fibre network into FibreCo joint venture with Arsari and Northstar, valuing assets at IDR Rp14.6 trillion.
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Powertec to distribute Fuzion off-grid systems in ANZ

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Powertec wins Fuzion distribution rights in ANZ, boosting off-grid solar power options for regional telecoms and security networks.
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Expereo to manage Kingspan Light, Air + Water network

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Expereo wins global deal to unify Kingspan Light, Air + Water’s network across 100 sites, replacing fragmented local connectivity setups.
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Australian 5G adoption slow as NBN keeps central role

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Australians are drifting to 5G by default rather than demand, as NBN stays the fixed-line backbone despite rising mobile network options.
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Nokia & ALE expand fibre campus networks partnership

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Nokia and Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise extend fibre campus deal with new networks at Ikos Resorts, Pantai Jerudong Hospital and Wembley Park.
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Wi-Fi quality of service cuts latency by 70%, boosts reliability

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Wi-Fi Quality of Service trials cut latency by 70%, boosting reliability and enabling improved performance for gaming, conferencing, and streaming.
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National AI Plan welcomed for advancing digital skills inclusion

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The Australian Digital Inclusion Alliance has praised the National AI Plan for focusing on AI skills and digital literacy to reduce digital exclusion in Australia.
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The Great British switch-off: Why UK SMEs need to future-proof their communications

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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With the UK’s PSTN network ending in 2027, over 5.5 million SMEs must urgently switch to digital communications to avoid disruption and boost resilience.
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GNX+ update streamlines global internet service management

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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GNX has updated its GNX+ platform, offering enterprises a streamlined, single-screen solution to manage global internet services across 190+ countries.
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Australian seniors overspend on unused home internet features

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Many Australian seniors pay for home internet plans with speeds and data beyond their needs, increasing costs despite prioritising affordability.
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Zen Internet marks 30 years as UK’s oldest independent ISP

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Zen Internet celebrates 30 years as the UK’s oldest independent ISP, growing from a kitchen-table start-up to a national broadband provider with 650 staff.
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Openreach trials MicroBORE robot to speed up UK fibre rollout

Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Openreach trials MicroBORE, a robotic trenchless drilling system, to speed up fibre broadband rollout while cutting disruption and costs across the UK.
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Derek Peterson named chairman as WBA steers Wi Fi convergence

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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Dr Derek Peterson, CTO at Boingo Wireless, has been named chairman of the Wireless Broadband Alliance, leading Wi-Fi and cellular convergence efforts.
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Telecom Fiji expands high-speed fibre to northern communities

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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Telecom Fiji has launched a new fibre network from Savusavu to Labasa, providing faster, more reliable internet to northern communities and boosting digital access.
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Altnets launch sharing venture to unlock GBP £100m fibre market

Fri, 24th Oct 2025
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UK alternative broadband networks launch a sharing venture to unlock GBP £100m market and better utilise half a million km of spare fibre infrastructure.
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NBN Co rolls out greener, faster devices for homes & businesses

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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NBN Co begins rolling out greener, faster Network Termination Devices that cut energy use by 33% and boost internet speeds for Aussie homes and businesses.