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Google NZ ups Kiwi tax payment...

Google New Zealand's 2013 tax bill of NZD $227,074 pales against its global revenue of USD $15.42 billion for Q1 2014, stoking debate on fair taxation.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Jun 2014

Hyperscale

Should creative and internet industries review NZ copyright laws?

Labour slams govt for shelving copyright law review, urges NZ internet and creative sectors to push for reform to match digital age needs.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Aug 2013

Government

Did security flaw leave 63,000 Govt docs vulnerable?

The Ministry of Justice is alleged to have suffered a serious website security flaw last week, with up to 63,000 documents potentially publicly accessed.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2013

Unified Communications

Key's Commerce Commission threat cheats Kiwis

John Key's threat to overrule NZ's Commerce Commission could raise broadband bills by $12 monthly, Labour claims, criticising political interference.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Dec 2012

Government

Labour tables alternative patent clause

Labour proposes alternative amendment to combat the government's Patents Bill, which they say will stifle New Zealand's software sector.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2012

Physical Security

Labour accuse ministers of 'stifling software sector'

Labour criticises ministers for amending the Patents Bill, claiming it stifles NZ's software sector by allowing widespread patenting, hurting small innovators.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Sep 2012

Customers

Joyce denies 'media beat up' comment

ICT Minister Steven Joyce distances himself from comments by his office suggesting media exaggeration of Telecom job losses and XT network outages.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Feb 2010

Global Stories

Labour Party stories

Government

Labour claims 'dangerous' IT glitch overshadowed PM's visit

Dunedin Hospital IT meltdown compromises patient care, takes focus off Prime Minister's visit, says Labour MP.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2014

Government

GCSB opposition unites in Auckland tonight

Labour and Mega's Dotcom confront GCSB bill in a powerhouse meeting tonight, urging NZ to defend freedoms against hasty surveillance laws.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Aug 2013

Unified Communications

Telecom job cuts takes a turn for the worst

Telecom faces backlash as job cut rumours intensify, with Labour Party alleging up to 1500 redundancies on the horizon, sparking concern among staff.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Mar 2013

Facebook

November net worth increases $3.5 billion for Zuckerberg

As Facebook comes under criticism for low tax payments in NZ, company stock increases by nearly US$7 a share during November.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Dec 2012

Facebook

Labour slams Facebook NZ's $14k tax bill

Facebook New Zealand criticised for paying only $14,500 tax last year; Labour calls for action against tax loopholes.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 30th Nov 2012

Unified Communications

Labour demands Govt inquiry over Huawei handling

After U.S. officials accused the company of bribery and spying, opposition party questions the Chinese firm's share of the $1.35 billion UFB rollout.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2012

Unified Communications

Telco sector must learn lessons

Labour demands stricter telco regulation after Vodafone NZ's $960k fine for misleading broadband and mobile promotions, signalling a lesson for the industry.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Sep 2012