Government stories - Page 22

NZ's fibre expansion faces hurdles as regulatory pricing cuts threaten to make copper more appealing, impacting Chorus and UFB investment.

2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.

Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

2degrees, Telecom, and Vodafone clinch 700 MHz 4G spectrum, promising enhanced NZ mobile broadband and 4G expansion.

Vocus Communications unveils New Zealand's most connected data center in Albany, providing local and global connectivity.

Facing pressure from tech titans like Microsoft and Google, the UK government retracts a contentious clause from its spy bill.

Schools can now buy Google Chromebooks through the All of Govt scheme, offering enhanced security and easy management for education.

Telco argues the input price for wholesale access to copper broadband needs to come in at the bottom end of Government's proposed range.

Amy Adams calls for expressions of interest from companies who are considering building a new international telecommunications cable between ANZ and the US.

Govt hails Tribunal's nod for 700 MHz band use, paving way for 4G roll-out and £2.4bn boost. Auction set for 29 Oct, eyeing rural connectivity.

Labour calls for halt on 'copper tax', claiming it unjustly enriches Chorus at Kiwis' expense, raising broadband bills by $150 annually.

NZ's Sean Gourley challenges Kiwis at TechEd on big data privacy, drawing parallels to leaving personal info at a café.

Tech giants Facebook, Google and Microsoft have released statements requesting greater transparency when it comes to gathering public data.