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Govt targets security with new Chief Privacy Officer role
Data Privacy

Govt targets security with new Chief Privacy Officer role

New Zealand government creates Chief Privacy Officer role to strengthen privacy and security across public service.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2013
Govt presses ahead with remaining 4G auction
Unified Communications

Govt presses ahead with remaining 4G auction

NZ govt proceeds with 4G auction despite 2degrees' plea, selling unsold 700MHz blocks. Telecom and Vodafone vie for additional spectrum.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2013
Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe
Unified Communications

Labour calls for 'international expert' to assess Chorus financial probe

An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus' financial position, according to opposition party Labour.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2013
Copper Tax proposal heads to court
Unified Communications

Copper Tax proposal heads to court

CallPlus challenges the government's Copper Tax proposal in court, arguing it disregards critical factors impacting competition and customers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Nov 2013
Govt to assess Chorus' financial position ahead of UFB roll-out
Unified Communications

Govt to assess Chorus' financial position ahead of UFB roll-out

New Zealand government commissions independent assessment of Chorus' financial position and capability to deliver on contracts.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2013
Orcon to pass on full copper price reduction to customers
Unified Communications

Orcon to pass on full copper price reduction to customers

Orcon CEO Greg McAlister has reiterated the company's commitment to lower broadband prices and promises to pass on any copper savings directly to consumers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2013
Chorus credit rating on review for possible downgrade
Unified Communications

Chorus credit rating on review for possible downgrade

Moody's reviews Chorus for downgrade after regulator slashes copper line charges, heightening financial pressure on the telecom.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2013
2014… beyond the Govt CIO and into the Chief Data Officer?
Government

2014… beyond the Govt CIO and into the Chief Data Officer?

The development and implementation of digital government strategies is putting the government CIO role under pressure, leading to the creation of new roles.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2013
Govt issues $3m boost to Kiwi tech firms
Fintech

Govt issues $3m boost to Kiwi tech firms

Government launches new NZTE-led initiative to help New Zealand digital technology firms compete and grow globally, and lift exports further.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Oct 2013

Stories from Other Regions

Crown claims 'deficient' Dotcom search warrants not invalid
Government

Crown claims 'deficient' Dotcom search warrants not invalid

Crown admits flaws in Dotcom's 2012 raid warrants but argues they remain valid, as court mulls extradition battle details.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2013
Auckland to go digital this weekend...
Apple

Auckland to go digital this weekend...

Broadcasting Minister Craig Foss says Auckland residents need to be prepared as analogue television will be switched off this weekend.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 29th Nov 2013
Govt introduces new cloud service for agencies
Cloud Services

Govt introduces new cloud service for agencies

UK Government launches new cloud service aiming to enhance digital info management across agencies, promising innovative public services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2013
Govt urges Kiwi businesses to exploit growth opportunities
Government

Govt urges Kiwi businesses to exploit growth opportunities

UK Govt champions Kiwi firms to seize growth avenues, spotlighting innovation's role in NZ's surging economy and job creation.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2013
Govt: Kiwis making 'good progress' with UFB uptake
Unified Communications

Govt: Kiwis making 'good progress' with UFB uptake

An additional 21,000 end users gained access to fibre over the three months to 30 September 2013 according to the government's latest quarterly report.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2013
Chorus shares hit record low
Unified Communications

Chorus shares hit record low

Investors reel as Chorus shares plummet to a historic low amid fears over government response to price cuts threatening its financial stability.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Nov 2013
Commission releases final decision on Chorus' copper pricing
Unified Communications

Commission releases final decision on Chorus' copper pricing

The Commerce Commission has set the cost of Chorus' UBA service at $10.92 per line per month, effective from 1 December 2014.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2013
Govt claims new desktop computing service 'helps agencies work together'
Government

Govt claims new desktop computing service 'helps agencies work together'

UK Gov launches desktop service to enhance inter-agency collaboration, promising cost-effective and flexible working solutions.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2013
Dimension Data to provide desktop as a service for government
Government

Dimension Data to provide desktop as a service for government

Dimension Data NZ wins government deal for flexible desktop service to improve public services and operational efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Nov 2013