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Google issues NZ spy threat

Internet search giant warns new government spy laws could result in companies quitting New Zealand, after heavily criticising the bill.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd Jul 2013

Unified Communications

The Spy who killed Kiwi Privacy

Kim Dotcom criticizes proposed New Zealand spy bill, warns of abuse of power by government. Telcos also oppose bill. #GCSB.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2013

Unified Communications

NZ mobile data demand doubles

New Zealand's mobile data usage has doubled for the second consecutive year, driven by increased smartphone activity, says the Commerce Commission's report.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2013

Unified Communications

Telecom launches next generation broadband

After weeks of predictions and expert guess work, Telecom finally announced what we already knew - a UFB network across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Mar 2013

Unified Communications

Telecom set for UFB network launch?

Telecom hints at a UFB network debut on March 28, aiming to stir competition in Chorus areas. Plans were teased by CEO last August.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2013

Unified Communications

Chorus gets reprieve as govt holds price regulation

Telecommunications network operator Chorus has been given some breathing space over price regulation of its ageing copper lines.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Feb 2013

Firewalls

New Zealand's Enterprise Tech Summary: Week ending Sat 2nd Feb 2013

Another exciting week has wrapped up here at NZET, Here's a summary of the news stories that were biggest in NZ this week.

By Alistair Ross • 2 min read • Sat, 2nd Feb 2013

Unified Communications

Chatham Islands set for telco boost

Government announces next stage of delivering significant improvements in telecommunications for the Chatham Islands.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2013

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Chorus hit with 13% telco levy cut

Chorus to shoulder a 12.8% contribution to the £50m telecom levy, supporting UK infrastructure, including emergency and rural broadband services.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2013

Chorus

Sell, Sell, Sell…Chorus shares?

Analysts Deutsche Bank have slapped a sell rating on the telco network owner, citing too much regulatory risk. Should shareholders cash in?.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 24th Jun 2013

Unified Communications

Chorus cuts copper pricing

Chorus introduces competitive pricing for VDSL broadband, expanding faster internet access as a bridge to the fibre future across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2013

Unified Communications

Chorus lifts broadband connections as fixed lines edge down

Chorus boosts broadband to 1.09M as fixed lines dip, amidst dispute over UBA pricing. Shares up despite challenges in fibre growth.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 13th May 2013

Unified Communications

Chorus signs UFB build contracts

Chorus partners with Visionstream and Downer in $1bn deals to build NZ's ultrafast broadband, aiming to improve connectivity nationwide.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2013

Government

Teleco Commissioner continues with UBA pricing review

Telecommunications Commissioner Stephen Gale will press ahead with a review of wholesale broadband pricing on Chorus's ageing copper lines.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Apr 2013

Digital Transformation

The Duct of Wellington

Ericsson has selected New Zealand's capital to open a new optic fibre duct manufacturing facility, but what does it mean for the city?.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Feb 2013

Unified Communications

Chorus GM in charge of UFB, RBI rollout resigns

Chorus' executive in charge of building its tax-payer funded broadband programmes will leave the telecommunications network operator at the end April.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Feb 2013