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ComCom considers issues that may hinder UFB uptake
Unified Communications

ComCom considers issues that may hinder UFB uptake

Draft study released that aims to identify issues that may impede the uptake of ultra-fast broadband in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 5th Apr 2011
ComCom: 'Keep your number' ruling to be extended
Government

ComCom: 'Keep your number' ruling to be extended

ComCom is set to extend the 'keep your number' rule, allowing users to switch networks without changing numbers, for another six years.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 11th Nov 2010
Vodafone asked for mobile termination proposal
Unified Communications

Vodafone asked for mobile termination proposal

The Commerce Commission has instructed Vodafone to propose non-price terms for mobile call and text termination services, with pricing set by the Commission.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2010
Voda disappointed over mobile termination wait
Unified Communications

Voda disappointed over mobile termination wait

Vodafone has expressed disappointment over the Minister's decision to regulate mobile termination rates, delaying potential cost benefits for users.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 4th Aug 2010
Telecom to pay $1.6 million to Vodafone, Orcon
Unified Communications

Telecom to pay $1.6 million to Vodafone, Orcon

Telecom has settled with the Commerce Commission for USD $1.6 million after complaints from Vodafone and Orcon about anti-competitive behaviour.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2010

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88 UCLL backhaul links 'are competitive'
Government

88 UCLL backhaul links 'are competitive'

Commerce Commission finds 88 UCLL backhaul links competitive, boosting alternatives to Telecom's network in NZ.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 9th Mar 2011
Commerce Commission to review UBA pricing
Government

Commerce Commission to review UBA pricing

The Commerce Commission to expand UBA pricing review, considering additional components beyond data transmission costs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
Official - 'Keep your number' ruling extended
Apple

Official - 'Keep your number' ruling extended

New Zealand's Commerce Commission has extended the current arrangement for number portability for another six years.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 15th Dec 2010
New Zealand pays more for fixed line call costs
Apple

New Zealand pays more for fixed line call costs

ComCom ranks New Zealand fixed line and mobile services in the bottom three, compared to other OECD countries.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2010
ComCom releases Telecom competition draft
Government

ComCom releases Telecom competition draft

The Commerce Commission has released a draft on its review into whether Telecom faces competition in the provision of the unbundled bitstream access service.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2010
ComCom appoints new CEO
Government

ComCom appoints new CEO

Brent Alderton to lead Commerce Commission from next year, replacing the long-serving Nicholas Hill, to drive further performance enhancements.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 20th Oct 2010
Orcon: ComCom decision means better deals for Kiwis
Government

Orcon: ComCom decision means better deals for Kiwis

Chief Executive Scott Bartlett sees substantial reduction of broadband and telephone packages following a recent Commerce Commission ruling.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 15th Oct 2010
Telecom under ComCom investigation
Government

Telecom under ComCom investigation

ComCom probes Telecom for alleged unfair practices, probing if Telecom Wholesale favoured its retail arm. Final findings due by March end.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 15th Oct 2010
Mobile termination process begins
Commerce Commission

Mobile termination process begins

New Zealand begins the lengthy process of setting wholesale prices for mobile call and text termination, targeting completion by March 2011.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 28th Sep 2010
Backhaul services draft reports released
Government

Backhaul services draft reports released

Commerce Commission scrutinises Telecom NZ's backhaul services for competition, potentially leading to regulation if found lacking.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Sep 2010
YOU'VE BEEN REPORTED TO THE CYBER-POLICE
Application Performance Monitoring

YOU'VE BEEN REPORTED TO THE CYBER-POLICE

NetSafe launches The ORB, a new online reporting tool for New Zealanders to report cyber offences such as spam, fraud, and child exploitation easily.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Sep 2010
Draft review released for backhaul services
Government

Draft review released for backhaul services

Commerce Commission's draft review indicates Telecom faces significant competition in backhaul services, potentially altering future regulations.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2010
Commission reviews Telecom UBA service
Commerce Commission

Commission reviews Telecom UBA service

The Commerce Commission will assess if Telecom New Zealand has limited competition in providing unbundled bitstream access, impacting broadband services.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 23rd Jun 2010