Government stories - Page 60

NZ's UFB may not deliver the promised business innovation due to a fibre monopoly and high costs, stifling competition and growth.

Cyclone Computers confirmed as main supplier for agencies and schools buying through the All-of-Government (AoG) Desktop and Laptop contract.

Some of our youngest learners are losing out thanks to the government’s lack of progress in closing the digital divide.

NZ's efforts to close tech tax loopholes hit a wall, with IRD citing international treaties as a barrier despite calls for change.

Kim Dotcom's extradition battle postponed to August amid controversy, stretching the high-profile case beyond 18 months.

NZ stands firm against global telecom treaty amendments, championing a free internet and rejecting increased state control, says Minister Adams.

Amy Adams faces backlash for prioritising Chorus and telcos over consumer savings, sparking a debate over government priorities.

Government receives draft determination on pricing for the unbundled bitstream access (UBA) and a final determination on the unbundled copper local loop (UCLL).

Justice Minister Judith Collins believes New Zealand should move with the tech times in response to bullying online.

Kim Dotcom accuses the FBI of entrapment, claiming his compliance with a 2010 warrant was used against him in extradition case.

New Zealand's ICT sector needs to promote its value more aggressively to attract talent, says Minister Amy Adams.

New Zealand's parliament advances the ATI Bill, aiming to transform innovative ideas into market-ready products and fuel economic growth.

Following Vodafone's acquisition of telco firm, the NZ Commerce Commission will monitor fixed-to-mobile pricing.

Chorus says copper lines regulation threatens to derail investment in building a national fibre network by undercutting the new technology.

Labour says consumers could be the big losers after the Commerce Commission rubber-stamped Vodafone’s purchase of TelstraClear.

Government handling of the Megaupload case is under close U.S. scrutiny and what they see isn’t pretty according to the Labour Party.

Commerce Commission details plan for setting the telco levy, seeking to fund critical services like 111 upgrades.

The Ministry of Social Development has appointed Deloittes to review its computer network security over privacy concerns.

Prime Minister and Opposition leader in fiery exchange as both stand their ground over the ongoing Kim Dotcom saga.

Google’s new ad policy bans a multi-national legal firm from promoting their services, suggesting people don’t need legal counsel, sparking industry debate.