Global Stories

Fibre Watch: Driven to distraction

InternetNZ's attempt to put the country's digital future on the political agenda could be overshadowed by the recent chain of disasters, not to mention the RWC.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2011

Government

Attempted upgrade shuts down 14 govt sites - Updated

A number of government websites including the Companies Office and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs have suffered a major technology issue.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2011

Government

File-sharing protests gathering steam

Nationwide protests against the controversial 'Skynet' file sharing bill gain momentum, with over 2,500 Facebook pledges to attend rallies this Saturday.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 23rd Aug 2011

Disaster Recovery

Preperations paid off

Despite facing unprecedented challenges from earthquakes, CDHB's CIO Chris Dever commends his IT team's resilience and seamless disaster response.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Jul 2011

Stories from Other Regions

Government

Fibre is the next electricity Orcon boss

New Zealanders are questioning the benefits of fibre broadband, says Orcon CEO Scott Bartlett. Business leaders need to provide answers.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2011

Government

Watchdog happy with telco's refund efforts

Telecom to refund overcharged customers USD $2.7 million after settling with Commerce Commission over a broadband data usage error caused by a software fault.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 19th Oct 2011

Wireless Networks

Huawei barred from US emergency network

US denies Huawei role in emergency network over 'national security', sparking intense debate on corporate independence and geopolitical tensions.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 13th Oct 2011

Government

Govt opens National Cyber Security Centre

UK launches the National Cyber Security Centre to shield against growing global cyber threats, aiming to fortify government data and infrastructure.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2011

Agricultural Technology

Kiwi companies need to spend money to make money

New Zealand must invest in R&D to revitalise its economy, says IRL's deputy CEO Stein, urging businesses to innovate amid increased government funding.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Sep 2011

Gaming

Govt gives $1.8m to Auckland game developer

Auckland's Outsmart lands $1.8m govt boost, aiming to expand its gaming platform and double its workforce, powering through the global gaming industry.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2011

Government

Telecom broadband regulation terms to stay

Telecom to remain regulated as Commerce Commission finds limited competition in the UBA broadband market, affecting market dynamics.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 2nd Sep 2011

Government

Kordia revenue up 14%

State-owned telco Kordia reports a 14% revenue rise to NZD $295m despite impairment charges linked to digital TV switch and the Christchurch earthquake.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 1st Sep 2011

Government

Telecom CEO to resign after demerger

Telecom CEO Paul Reynolds to resign after finalising company's demerger, marking an 'important era' for the firm and New Zealand's telecom landscape.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2011

Government

The next Silicon Valley

NZ launches bid to become the next Silicon Valley, offering funds and a San Francisco hub to boost tech entrepreneurs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Aug 2011

EduTech

Xero scores $4m from govt R & D grant

Xero secures USD $4m from the NZ government in the latest R&D grant round, part of a USD $321m initiative aimed at boosting tech innovation.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 16th Aug 2011

Government

Govt agencies to improve data access

The government aims to proactively publish non-personal and non-classified data from its agencies, making it accessible for free or at a reasonable cost.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 15th Aug 2011