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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Scouting for geeks

Wed, 1st Dec 2010
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In the quest for IT talent, the health sector innovates, seeking those who blend tech expertise with a deep understanding of healthcare.
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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.
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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.