Government stories - Page 60
Govt intros cyber security strategy
Tue, 7th Jun 2011
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NZ Govt launches critical cyber security strategy to bolster defences against internet threats, in consultation with global experts.
CallPlus 'likely' to pursue damages from Telecom
Thu, 26th May 2011
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CallPlus and Slingshot CEO Mark Callander said his company will likely also issue proceedings against Telecom in light of ComCom discrimination allegations.
ComCom to issue proceedings against Telecom for discrimination
Thu, 26th May 2011
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The Commerce Commission is to issue proceedings alleging that Telecom is likely to have discriminated under the Telecom Separation Undertakings.
Joyce accepts ComCom's broadband recommendation
Fri, 13th May 2011
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Ministry accepts Commerce Commission recommendations on resale regulation of retail broadband and data services.
TelstraClear slashes mobile-to-mobile rates - Updated
Fri, 6th May 2011
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TelstraClear stuns competitors with a mobile call rate drop to 19p/min, reacting swiftly to new Commerce Commission pricing.
ComCom cuts mobile termination rates - Updated
Thu, 5th May 2011
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Kiwi mobile users win as ComCom slashes termination rates, promising cheaper calls and texts. Conflict brews as Vodafone decries extreme cuts.
Telecom assets overvalued
Tue, 3rd May 2011
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Telecom's assets found overvalued by $1.3bn, misleading investors for the second year, reports the Commerce Commission.
Telecom hit with record 'price squeezing' fine
Wed, 20th Apr 2011
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Telecom slugged with a record £12m fine by Auckland High Court for anti-competitive 'price squeezing' tactics in a landmark case.
ComCom considers issues that may hinder UFB uptake
Tue, 5th Apr 2011
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Draft study released that aims to identify issues that may impede the uptake of ultra-fast broadband in New Zealand.
No competitive services for UBA backhaul links
Tue, 22nd Mar 2011
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All UBA links will still be subject to the terms of the UBA backhaul Standard Terms Determination, says ComCom.
HP wins All-of-Government printing contract
Thu, 17th Mar 2011
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HP secures a major deal to supply printing services to NZ government, promising up to 30% savings and enhanced productivity.
88 UCLL backhaul links 'are competitive'
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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Commerce Commission finds 88 UCLL backhaul links competitive, boosting alternatives to Telecom's network in NZ.
US govt turns to the cloud to save money
Wed, 9th Mar 2011
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The US government is exploring cloud computing to address budget cuts, aiming to save part of the USD $76 billion spent annually on over 10,000 systems.
Commerce Commission to review UBA pricing
Thu, 3rd Mar 2011
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The Commerce Commission to expand UBA pricing review, considering additional components beyond data transmission costs.
IT sector leads recruitment charge
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Hudson survey shows a desire in the IT industry to move away from heavy use of contractors as a normal part of business.
Official - ‘Keep your number’ ruling extended
Wed, 15th Dec 2010
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New Zealand's Commerce Commission has extended the current arrangement for number portability for another six years.
Study: IT talent war looms
Tue, 14th Dec 2010
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New Zealand ICT salaries have yet to reflect the increasingly tight talent market, say the results of a new study.
Scouting for geeks
Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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healthtech
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banking
In the quest for IT talent, the health sector innovates, seeking those who blend tech expertise with a deep understanding of healthcare.
ComCom: 'Keep your number' ruling to be extended
Thu, 11th Nov 2010
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ComCom is set to extend the 'keep your number' rule, allowing users to switch networks without changing numbers, for another six years.
New Zealand pays more for fixed line call costs
Tue, 9th Nov 2010
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ComCom ranks New Zealand fixed line and mobile services in the bottom three, compared to other OECD countries.