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Huawei seeks to allay security concerns with NZ politicians
Unified Communications

Huawei seeks to allay security concerns with NZ politicians

Huawei's chief reassured NZ politicians that the tech giant poses no risk to cyber-security, despite prior US accusations. Labour MPs still voice concerns.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 10th May 2013
Labour demands Govt inquiry over Huawei handling
Unified Communications

Labour demands Govt inquiry over Huawei handling

After U.S. officials accused the company of bribery and spying, opposition party questions the Chinese firm's share of the $1.35 billion UFB rollout.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2012
U.S. issues Huawei phone warning
Unified Communications

U.S. issues Huawei phone warning

U.S. officials caution firms against Huawei, citing potential security risks; Huawei dismisses claims, asserting its global trustworthiness and integrity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
Samsung set for shock Telstra rollout role?
Unified Communications

Samsung set for shock Telstra rollout role?

South Korean company is expected to become a surprising new vendor in the mobile infrastructure space, helping expand Telstra's LTE network.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 30th Aug 2012
Windows Phone 8 to share core with desktop/tablet OS
Windows

Windows Phone 8 to share core with desktop/tablet OS

Phone operating system to run on same code as forthcoming desktop & tablet platform – meaning current users won't be able to upgrade.

By Mike Borgfeldt • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Jun 2012
Huawei's 'Telepresence 2.0'
Connectivity

Huawei's 'Telepresence 2.0'

System based on open standards offers 30% lower bandwidth consumption than industry average, Australia boss says.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 16th Nov 2011
Huawei lays down gauntlet
Unified Communications

Huawei lays down gauntlet

Huawei aims to dominate the New Zealand market, showcasing cutting-edge Android devices and planning to be a top five global handset vendor by 2013.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 13th Jul 2011
8 facts about the Simms & Huawei deal
Unified Communications

8 facts about the Simms & Huawei deal

Simm's, soon to be expressonline, partners with Huawei after seven months of talks, starting with enterprise networking products and aiming to expand further.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Jul 2011
Huawei to upgrade Vodafone's Australian network
Unified Communications

Huawei to upgrade Vodafone's Australian network

Huawei is set to upgrade Vodafone's network in Australia, with 300 new staff and 200 contractors to tackle a nationwide RAN project across 8000 sites.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 22nd Feb 2011
Huawei goes after 'cumbersome service planning'
Cloud Services

Huawei goes after 'cumbersome service planning'

Huawei launches Digital Shopping Mall to streamline cloud services and boost operators' revenue generation with faster market entry and reduced costs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Oct 2010
Hong Kong's broadband just got faster
Unified Communications

Hong Kong's broadband just got faster

Hong Kong's broadband leaps forward as PCCW, with Huawei's tech, doubles speeds to 42Mb/s, enhancing user experience.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 23rd Aug 2010

Stories from Other Regions

GrabOne goes with Apple's new Passbook
iOS

GrabOne goes with Apple's new Passbook

GrabOne integrates with Apple's Passbook, becoming NZ's first to offer coupons via iOS6, simplifying how users manage offers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
PM ignored Huawei concerns: Labour
Unified Communications

PM ignored Huawei concerns: Labour

Labour criticises PM Key for dismissing 2010 security warnings about Huawei's involvement in New Zealand's Ultra Fast Broadband initiative.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Apr 2012
Huawei begins global channel push
HP

Huawei begins global channel push

Huawei is launching global programmes for partners and ICT training and certification courses to boost its enterprise business.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Mar 2012
10 trends for 2011
Software-as-a-Service

10 trends for 2011

Quest Software predicts SaaS growth, challenges to VMware's market dominance, and increased monitoring of social networking in 2012.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 4th Nov 2011
Huawei barred from US emergency network
Wireless Networks

Huawei barred from US emergency network

US denies Huawei role in emergency network over 'national security', sparking intense debate on corporate independence and geopolitical tensions.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2011
Huawei on target
Chief Financial Officer

Huawei on target

Huawei's 2011 H1 results show robust growth with revenue up 11% to CNY98.3 billion (NZ$18.5 billion) and operating profit at CNY12.4 billion (NZ$2.3 billion).

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2011
Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB
Unified Communications

Joyce: Public needs to see the benefits of UFB

Communications Minister Steven Joyce tells Huawei technology summit that the benefits of UFB need to be publicised.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 17th Sep 2010