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BIGLOBE connects to DE-CIX Frankfurt to boost Japan-Europe data flow
Unified Communications

BIGLOBE connects to DE-CIX Frankfurt to boost Japan-Europe data flow

Japanese ISP BIGLOBE connects to DE-CIX Frankfurt via remote peering, enhancing Japan-Europe data flow without needing physical infrastructure in Germany.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Zen Internet sees record traffic growth driven by sport
Gaming

Zen Internet sees record traffic growth driven by sport

Zen Internet's UK network traffic jumped 21% in 2025, with repeated record peaks driven by live football and heavier daily streaming use.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Jan 2026
BCSSL & BSNL validate 5G FWA model, prepare for rollout
Unified Communications

BCSSL & BSNL validate 5G FWA model, prepare for rollout

BCSSL and BSNL validate enterprise-grade 5G FWA in Visakhapatnam, clearing the way for commercial rollout across India's BSNL network.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Dec 2025
Zyxel joins FIRST, boosting global product security role
Firewalls

Zyxel joins FIRST, boosting global product security role

Zyxel becomes FIRST's first Taiwan-based networking member, aiming to speed cyber incident response and bolster global product security.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Netskope boosts SASE reach with new Malaysia hub, Indonesia push
Software-as-a-Service

Netskope boosts SASE reach with new Malaysia hub, Indonesia push

Netskope opens first Malaysia data centre and deepens Indonesia presence as demand for cloud-based SASE security surges across Southeast Asia.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 19th Dec 2025
Zen Internet earns third Great Place To Work title
Human Capital Management

Zen Internet earns third Great Place To Work title

Zen Internet has secured Great Place To Work certification for 2025, its third title, after 85% of staff called it a great workplace.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
RETN & BBIX extend Asian peering to Hong Kong, Singapore
Network Infrastructure

RETN & BBIX extend Asian peering to Hong Kong, Singapore

RETN extends its BBIX partnership to Hong Kong and Singapore, adding new Asian peering hubs and launching its Flex IX service in the region.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 18th Dec 2025
Most UK parents back plans to cap kids' social media use
Gaming

Most UK parents back plans to cap kids' social media use

Two thirds of UK parents back government plans to cap children's social media at two hours a day, new Uswitch research suggests.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
eight launches 10Gbps home internet in Singapore for SGD $28.80
Network Infrastructure

eight launches 10Gbps home internet in Singapore for SGD $28.80

eight Telecom launches eight Home Internet in Singapore, offering up to 10Gbps fibre broadband for SGD $28.80 monthly with no contracts and BYOR option.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Zen Internet marks 30 years as UK's oldest independent ISP
Unified Communications

Zen Internet marks 30 years as UK's oldest independent ISP

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.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Superloop named Australia's fastest fixed network by Ookla in 2025
Unified Communications

Superloop named Australia's fastest fixed network by Ookla in 2025

Superloop has been named Australia's fastest fixed network by Ookla for H1 2025, topping consumer speed tests with superior download, upload and latency performance.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025
Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades
EduTech

Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades

Nearly a third of New Zealand schools have now received N4L's next-generation Managed Network upgrades.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
SpinTel launches AUD $74 500/50Mbps NBN plan for fast, affordable home internet
Unified Communications

SpinTel launches AUD $74 500/50Mbps NBN plan for fast, affordable home internet

SpinTel launches a 500/50Mbps NBN plan at AUD $74/month for six months, offering affordable, high-speed broadband for Australian homes needing faster internet.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025
SpinTel launches Ultra WiFi 5G Modem with plug-and-play setup
Gaming

SpinTel launches Ultra WiFi 5G Modem with plug-and-play setup

SpinTel launches its Ultra WiFi 5G Modem in Australia, offering plug-and-play setup on Optus' 5G network from AUD $59/month with unlimited data.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025
Optus slashes Business nbn prices & adds new bundle offers
Small Business

Optus slashes Business nbn prices & adds new bundle offers

Optus cuts prices on new Business nbn plans, adding faster speeds, 4G backup, and bundle discounts to support small businesses and simplify consumer choices.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Jul 2025
Exetel launches single broadband plan at AUD $80 for 500 Mbps
Unified Communications

Exetel launches single broadband plan at AUD $80 for 500 Mbps

Exetel launches single AUD $80 broadband plan offering 500 Mbps download and 40 Mbps upload with no promos or price hikes for FTTP and HFC users.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Jul 2025
Aussie families face internet lags as homes juggle 20 devices
Malware

Aussie families face internet lags as homes juggle 20 devices

Australian households face rising internet lag as device numbers soar beyond 20, causing streaming and gaming issues; specialist provider Occom offers relief.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Thu, 15th May 2025