Government stories - Page 31

2degrees urges Commerce Commission to block 4G spectrum sale to rivals Vodafone and Telecom, fearing stifled competition.

Govt shrugs off criticism on copper pricing, with no parliamentary support expected. Amy Adams eyes non-legislative routes amidst challenges.

Vodafone has issued its disappointment that Chorus has suspended its scheduled Dialogue Briefing around new, faster fibre services.

New Zealand government creates Chief Privacy Officer role to strengthen privacy and security across public service.

NZ govt proceeds with 4G auction despite 2degrees' plea, selling unsold 700MHz blocks. Telecom and Vodafone vie for additional spectrum.

An international expert should be brought in to conduct the independent assessment of Chorus' financial position, according to opposition party Labour.

CallPlus challenges the government's Copper Tax proposal in court, arguing it disregards critical factors impacting competition and customers.

New Zealand government commissions independent assessment of Chorus' financial position and capability to deliver on contracts.

Orcon CEO Greg McAlister has reiterated the company's commitment to lower broadband prices and promises to pass on any copper savings directly to consumers.

Moody's reviews Chorus for downgrade after regulator slashes copper line charges, heightening financial pressure on the telecom.

The development and implementation of digital government strategies is putting the government CIO role under pressure, leading to the creation of new roles.

Government launches new NZTE-led initiative to help New Zealand digital technology firms compete and grow globally, and lift exports further.

2degrees, Telecom, and Vodafone clinch 700 MHz 4G spectrum, promising enhanced NZ mobile broadband and 4G expansion.

Facing pressure from tech titans like Microsoft and Google, the UK government retracts a contentious clause from its spy bill.

Schools can now buy Google Chromebooks through the All of Govt scheme, offering enhanced security and easy management for education.

Malcolm Turnbull enacts major shifts in Australia's NBN, moving from FTTH to cost-effective FTTN, sparking wide public debate.

Wynyard Group continues to expand its global workforce and footprint, with a number of key strategic appointments in Australia, US, UK and Asia.

Telco argues the input price for wholesale access to copper broadband needs to come in at the bottom end of Government's proposed range.

Amy Adams calls for expressions of interest from companies who are considering building a new international telecommunications cable between ANZ and the US.

Govt hails Tribunal's nod for 700 MHz band use, paving way for 4G roll-out and £2.4bn boost. Auction set for 29 Oct, eyeing rural connectivity.