Government stories - Page 63
500 million now accessing the internet in China
Thu, 12th Jan 2012
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Half a billion people in China now access the internet, yet penetration is only 37.7%, suggesting significant growth potential remains.
Kiwis overpaying for fixed-line and mobile services
Thu, 15th Dec 2011
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Kiwis face high prices for mobile and fixed-line services compared to OECD peers, reveals Commerce Commission.
Commerce Commission completes access reviews
Thu, 24th Nov 2011
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Commerce Commission revamps telco access rules, updating Standard Terms Determinations ahead of Telecom's split.
Gen-i lands Capital & Coast DHB deal
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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Gen-i secures a four-year, multi-million-dollar contract with Capital and Coast DHB to supply extensive telecom services, yielding significant cost savings.
Govt's business focus lures top testing firm
Tue, 8th Nov 2011
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Attracted by New Zealand's pro-business policies, Capgemini returns after nine years, set to hire up to 40 in Auckland and Wellington, says ANZ CEO Thorley.
Govt satisfaction low among SMBs
Mon, 7th Nov 2011
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Nearly twice as many SMB owners are dissatisfied with government support, yet 59% still back National, according to MYOB’s latest survey.
Fibre is the next electricity Orcon boss
Thu, 3rd Nov 2011
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New Zealanders are questioning the benefits of fibre broadband, says Orcon CEO Scott Bartlett. Business leaders need to provide answers.
Watchdog happy with telco's refund efforts
Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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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.
Fibre Watch: Driven to distraction
Thu, 13th Oct 2011
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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.
Huawei barred from US emergency network
Thu, 13th Oct 2011
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US denies Huawei role in emergency network over 'national security', sparking intense debate on corporate independence and geopolitical tensions.
Govt opens National Cyber Security Centre
Wed, 28th Sep 2011
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UK launches the National Cyber Security Centre to shield against growing global cyber threats, aiming to fortify government data and infrastructure.
Attempted upgrade shuts down 14 govt sites - Updated
Wed, 28th Sep 2011
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A number of government websites including the Companies Office and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs have suffered a major technology issue.
Kiwi companies need to spend money to make money
Wed, 28th Sep 2011
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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.
Govt gives $1.8m to Auckland game developer
Fri, 16th Sep 2011
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Auckland's Outsmart lands $1.8m govt boost, aiming to expand its gaming platform and double its workforce, powering through the global gaming industry.
Telecom broadband regulation terms to stay
Fri, 2nd Sep 2011
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Telecom to remain regulated as Commerce Commission finds limited competition in the UBA broadband market, affecting market dynamics.
Kordia revenue up 14%
Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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State-owned telco Kordia reports a 14% revenue rise to NZD $295m despite impairment charges linked to digital TV switch and the Christchurch earthquake.
Telecom CEO to resign after demerger
Wed, 31st Aug 2011
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Telecom CEO Paul Reynolds to resign after finalising company's demerger, marking an 'important era' for the firm and New Zealand's telecom landscape.
File-sharing protests gathering steam
Tue, 23rd Aug 2011
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Nationwide protests against the controversial 'Skynet' file sharing bill gain momentum, with over 2,500 Facebook pledges to attend rallies this Saturday.
The next Silicon Valley
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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NZ launches bid to become the next Silicon Valley, offering funds and a San Francisco hub to boost tech entrepreneurs.
Xero scores $4m from govt R & D grant
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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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.