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Broadband News

Tue, 27th May 2025

Telstra and Optus are inconsistently blocking phones. The regulator doesn't know how many

The communications regulator has not collected basic data on how telcos have implemented a new phone-blocking rule following the 3G network shutdown, despite flagging a potential "conflict of interest" inherent to it.

Source: ABC News

Sun, 25th May 2025

Telstra addresses external antenna claims by Vodafone

Telstra says a “deep review” of its mobile network coverage claims has found they’re supportable, and not based on data only collected using an external antenna.

Source: iTnews Australia

Telstra defends coverage claims against TPG allegations

Australia's largest telco Telstra has hit back in response to allegations by rival operator TPG-owned Vodafone Australia that Telstra had grossly inflated its mobile coverage of Australia.

Source: iTWire

Telstra InfraCo opens first route of Australia’s new national fibre backbone

Telstra InfraCo has announced the impending opening of the first route of the Intercity Fibre Network, a critical piece of Telstra’s $1.6 billion strategic investment to meet connectivity demand for the next generation.

Source: iTWire

Thu, 22nd May 2025

Australia and Ireland 'unite to fight' telco scams

Australia and Ireland are furthering their strategic alliance to crack down on phone scams and unsolicited communications.

Source: iTWire

Tue, 06th May 2025

Mark Zuckerberg has a creepy new way to invade your privacy

The new Meta app promises to be a more “personalised” form of AI. It is really a more disturbing version of ChatGPT.

Source: SMH

Optus serves tailored connectivity for Menulog

Optus has delivered a tailored mobility solution for on-demand delivery platform Menulog to help meet its connectivity and operational requirements.

Source: ARN

Mon, 05th May 2025

Mozilla Firefox could be collateral damage in Google’s antitrust battle

Mozilla, the creator of Firefox browser, has issued a dire warning that remedies aimed at curbing Google’s search monopoly could inadvertently kill one of the few remaining independent forces in web browsing.

Source: Computerworld

Fri, 02nd May 2025

NBN Co to raise wholesale plan prices from July

NBN Co is set to raise the majority of its monthly wholesale plan prices from 1 July, increasing costs for popular residential.

Source: ARN

Wed, 30th Apr 2025

Trouble anticipated as NBN Co's new high speeds come online

Some NBN retailers are anticipating trouble starting in September when speeds on the highest tier plans increase, fearing it will be hard to market the plans and ensure customers receive the full benefit.

Source: iTnews Australia

Tue, 29th Apr 2025

Amazon launches first Kuiper internet satellites

The first 27 satellites for Amazon's Kuiper broadband internet constellation were launched into space from Florida  kicking off the long-delayed deployment of an internet-from-space network that will rival SpaceX's Starlink.

Source: iTnews Australia

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025

Vodafone, A1, Ericsson claim world first 5G SA international roaming connection

European telcos Vodafone Germany and A1 Bulgaria, have teamed with equipment vendor Ericsson to establish what they claim is the first successful 5G SA international roaming connection between two different operator groups.

Source: iTWire

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025

Google wants to land subsea cables at Maroubra beach

Google is proposing to land two new subsea cables outside of designated protection zones in Sydney, owing to “congestion” within those zones.

Source: iTnews Australia

Australian leaders vow to stand firm on social media age limits as election nears

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said he expects to receive pressure from social media giants to ease Australia's impending ban on children using their platforms, with opposition Liberal leader Peter Dutton keen to agree with him in an election debate.

Source: iTnews Australia

Sun, 30th Mar 2025

After dominating television, Netflix is setting its sights on gaming

In a matter of years, Netflix’s new head of games believes we’ll all be playing Netflix games on any device we choose.

Source: SMH

Tue, 11th Mar 2025

Optus moves to the cloud with Microsoft, Tech Mahindra and Databricks

Optus has partnered with Microsoft, Tech Mahindra and Databricks to implement a Unified Data Platform (UDP), a key driver in the telco’s data, applications and system migration to the cloud.

Source: ARN

Mon, 10th Mar 2025

nbn announces cyclone relief funding in response to ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred

In response to the impact of Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, National Broadband Network (nbn) is providing Cyclone Relief Funding for nbn Retail Service Providers (RSPs).

Source: iTWire

Telstra to provide disaster assistance packages to flooded Queensland, NSW

As Telstra customers in Southeast Queensland and Northern NSW face flooding, damage, power outages and other issues from the ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, the telco has put together a disaster assistance package that includes extra mobile data and free call diversions.

Source: ARN