Tech
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Pacific Battery Recycling Partnership Sparks Circular-Economy Push in the Islands
A bold new partnership between the University of the South Pacific and Battery Pollution Technologies aims to reshape how the Pacific handles battery waste. The collaboration hints at a regional recycling hub, tropical-climate end-of-life research, second-life energy storage applications, and hands-on student internships to boost local expertise and energy resilience across the islands.
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Meta Bets $50B on Louisiana AI Data Center Boom
Meta unveils a bold, multibillion-dollar push to create one of the world’s largest AI data centers in rural Louisiana. Backed by a substantial financing package and tied to a reshaped AI effort, the plan signals a long-term bet on massive compute, regional impact, and the power needs of tomorrow’s AI workloads.
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Apple’s AI-Driven Fall Reveal: iPhone Air, Vision Pro and More
September teases a major Apple showcase, where a lighter iPhone, smarter AR, and a broader AI push could reshape the lineup. As the date nears, questions swirl about privacy, performance, and how hardware and services will weave together.
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Fiji Turns to Portable Speed Cameras as Fixed Rollout Stalls on Network Upgrades
Fiji’s speed enforcement is evolving—combining fixed cameras, portable units, and network upgrades. The approach focuses on real-time monitoring and public education to curb speeding and boost road safety.
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Navy Tests Autonomous Drone Boats Off California, Faces Technical Setback
An unmanned naval test off the California coast turned tense after a software glitch caused a drone boat to stall and another vessel to collide. The incident highlights the ongoing hurdles in deploying autonomous vessels at sea and the push for stronger safety controls and more rigorous testing before broader use.
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Fiji rolls out first smart water meters to tackle leaks and losses
Fiji’s Water Authority is rolling out its first smart metering program to curb 47% non-revenue water, swapping aging meters for Itron devices with Cyble modules. Data flows to the cloud via Temetra for real-time monitoring, boosting billing accuracy and leak detection while reducing losses. Tied to the Water Sector Strategy 2050, the rollout signals a…
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Fiji launches Starlink-powered rural connectivity to boost disaster resilience
Fiji is rolling out a Starlink-powered Wi‑Fi network to 126 rural sites, powered by solar kits and supported by emergency satellite phones. With youth training and women’s cooperatives steering access, this initiative aims to boost education, health, and disaster resilience across the islands.
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TechHQ Sports City in Suva Nears First Anniversary with Student Deals and Flexible Financing
TechHQ Sports City in Suva is gearing up for its first anniversary with student-friendly promos and flexible financing—promising great value on the latest tech and home essentials.
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Narhari Electrical Brings Panasonic Refrigerators to Fiji: Freshness, Hygiene, and Energy Savings
Panasonic’s latest refrigerator lineup is now on display in Fiji, offering something for every kitchen—from compact top-freezers to spacious multi-door designs. Expect inverter efficiency, humidity control, and antibacterial tech that help keep food fresher and healthier. The showcase highlights smart features across models, signaling more choices and smarter kitchens for Fiji households.
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Fiji Moves Toward Formal Cyber Threat Sharing Framework Amid Trust Concerns
Fiji moves to formalize a cyber threat-sharing framework as trust concerns linger between government and partners. The plan, centered on incident response and cross-sector risk reporting, aims to strengthen resilience of critical infrastructure with cabinet approval anticipated soon.
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Fiji Launches National Cyber Framework to Protect Critical Infrastructure
Fiji is rolling out a national cyber framework that ties top-level security decisions to the protection of critical services. Centered on governance, preparedness, response and recovery, the plan signals a sharper, more coordinated stance against evolving cyber threats.
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Fiji Sets Cross-Sector Cyber Framework to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure
Fiji is moving toward a formal cross-sector framework to defend critical infrastructure against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The plan centers on clear leadership roles, stronger public-private collaboration, and regional cooperation to boost resilience across government, industry, and the Pacific region.
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Pacific Fibre Conference in Fiji Signals Digital Transformation Surge
Fiji hosted the Pacific Islands Fibre Conference 2025, spotlighting fibre as the backbone of digital transformation across the region. The discussions explored broadband investment, AI-driven networks, and inclusive connectivity set to reshape education, health, and business for island nations.
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Fiji to Roll Out Dual E-Ticketing with Digicel and Vodafone
Fiji is moving toward a cashless public transport future with a new second e-ticketing option joining the current system. The upgrade promises greater payment flexibility, smoother top-ups, and plans to expand to taxis, minivans, and inter-island travel—plus Mastercard and Visa compatibility on the horizon.
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Datec Fiji at 40: Cornerstone of the Pacific’s Digital Evolution
Datec Fiji celebrates four decades of driving Fiji’s digital evolution—built on innovation, strong partnerships, and a commitment to communities. As the Pacific’s ICT landscape evolves, this milestone hints at a bold future of growth, collaboration, and opportunity.
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Pacific Islands Fiber Conference 2025: A Push for Inclusive, Resilient Connectivity
Fiji hosts a landmark gathering focused on building resilient, inclusive digital foundations across the Pacific. Leaders spotlight fibre-driven connectivity, last-mile inclusion, and regional collaboration to power island communities.
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Fiji Hosts Pacific Cyber Week as Pacific Islands Chart a Secure Digital Future
Fiji hosts a regional cybersecurity week as Pacific leaders sketch a plan for a secure, inclusive digital future. Expect discussions on boosting cyber skills, upholding global norms, and strengthening public-private collaboration to protect growth across the Blue Pacific.
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Fiji’s Water Authority eyes cloud, telemetry bids at Pacific Fiber Conference
Water Authority of Fiji signals a major ICT upgrade, inviting fresh bids for cloud, telemetry and licensing as it heads to the Pacific Fiber Conference. The move mirrors Fiji’s push for a resilient, digitally connected future across the islands, with cybersecurity and smart infrastructure taking center stage.
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Fiji Regulator Pushes Open Access to Power Pacific Connectivity
Open access networks and clearer performance standards are at the heart of Fiji’s drive to boost Pacific connectivity. Regulators and industry players are weighing shared infrastructure, competition, and resilience to deliver faster, more affordable internet across the region. A bold push toward a connected future for homes and businesses is taking shape.
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Google-backed Tuvalu undersea cable targets climate-resilient connectivity
Tuvalu is getting its first undersea internet link, built with climate resilience at its core. Elevated foundations, solar power, and rainwater harvesting are part of a plan to keep the connection steady as sea levels rise—unlocking faster, more reliable access for island communities and a broader regional network.
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Fiji Takes Pacific Digital Lead at Inaugural Fiber Conference
Fiji hosts a landmark conference as Pacific nations map a bold digital future. From fiber to AI and cyber resilience, leaders explore ways to boost connectivity and inclusion, spotlighting Fiji’s emergence as a regional digital hub.
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Fiji Unveils 5G Drive with Subsea Cables to Boost Connectivity
Fiji unveils its National Digital Strategy—a five-year blueprint weaving 5G, fiber, and global links across the islands. Expect faster, smarter connectivity that aims to be inclusive and resilient for all communities.
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Fiji to Host Pacific Fiber Conference 2025 Aiming to Accelerate Regional Connectivity
In Nadi, Fiji, Pacific leaders and global tech voices converge for the Pacific Fiber Conference 2025 to chart a more inclusive, future-ready connectivity path for the region. The two-day forum will spotlight fiber-satellite convergence, smart island solutions and resilient, secure networks—driven by bold public-private collaboration to accelerate digital transformation across the Pacific.
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Fiji to Fast-Track Drone Legislation Amid Security Push
Drones promise to transform Fiji’s disaster response, agriculture, and security—but they also raise new national security questions. The Opposition leader is urging a swift push to fast-track drone legislation, closing regulatory gaps and strengthening oversight as broader security reforms unfold. A balanced framework could unlock benefits while safeguarding safety.
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Fiji’s Big Digital Bet Unveiled at Pacific Cyber Week
Fiji positions itself as the Pacific’s digital hub — new connectivity projects, a bold national strategy and regional cyber cooperation aim to reshape the region’s digital future.
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USP Secures ACS Accreditation — Pacific IT on the Rise
USP has secured a significant professional accreditation for its computing degrees — a milestone that boosts graduate prospects and the Pacific’s digital ambitions. The school is also preparing major program expansions that could reshape regional ICT training.
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Fiji’s LiDAR Leap: The Aerial Data Shift You Didn’t See Coming
Live, high-resolution aerial mapping is arriving in Fiji—bringing locally captured LiDAR and rapid geospatial insights. What could this shift mean for flood planning, land valuation, and homegrown technical skills?
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Starlink Is About to Change How Rural Fiji Connects
A satellite‑powered Wi‑Fi rollout is set to connect Fiji’s most remote communities—bringing reliable internet, emergency lifelines, and new opportunities for schools, clinics, and small businesses at far lower cost. Phase One is just the beginning.
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Fiji and New Zealand plot a Pacific digital shake-up
Suva talks hint at a step-change: Fiji and New Zealand are aligning on 5G security, cyber resilience, and telecom reform—moves that could quietly redefine Pacific connectivity as new policies and a potential CERT pact emerge.
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Fiji’s 5G Revolution: A Connectivity Leap for All by 2028
Fiji is on the brink of a technological revolution with the upcoming rollout of its 5G network, set to commence next year. Targeting urban centers initially, this multi-phase initiative promises to enhance connectivity across the nation, particularly in underserved areas. With the potential to transform sectors like healthcare and education, the government’s commitment to bridging…