Government stories - Page 33

Slingshot CEO Mark Callander questions government's high copper pricing plans, believing Kiwis are being treated unfairly by bearing the cost. Do you agree?.

Consumers will not benefit from lower prices for their copper broadband services under proposals announced by the government yesterday.

Telco believes the outcomes from the telecommunications regulatory review needs to be more aspirational for New Zealanders to accelerate our digital future.

Telco welcomes today's commencement of a Government review of the policy framework for regulating telecommunications services in New Zealand.

Adams proposes using copper prices to support NZ's leap to fibre broadband, aiming for a modern, competitive services landscape.

Obama sides with Apple, overturning the ban on iPhone 4 and iPad 2, thwarting Samsung's plans in a major trade decision.

Microsoft criticises NZ's Telco bill, joining tech titans in warning against threats to privacy and industry growth.

Megaupload founder dispatches legal team to Wellington today, as his lawyers fight for full disclosure in New Zealand's highest court.

Prime Minister believes GCSB protesters are either misinformed or pursuing a political agenda as thousands rally in opposition to the bill.

Thousands unite across New Zealand in protest against the government's GCSB spying bill, led by Kim Dotcom in Auckland.

Kim Dotcom's crusade against NZ's GCSB Bill continues, rallying over 400 in Auckland to demand a halt to dangerous spy agency powers.

NZ plans to extend spy laws spark fears of unchecked surveillance and privacy invasion, questioning the morality of mass data collection.

New Zealanders hit out over government proposals to review taxing overseas purchases online, a move which has been welcomed by retailers.

Social networking giant seeks an exemption over government proposals which could see over two million Kiwis spied on by authorities.

Telecommunications Service Obligation review suggests the days of internet dial-up services could be numbered….

Telecom applauds Government's move to re-evaluate the national Telecommunications Service Obligations, seeking public input.

Vikram Kumar asks do New Zealanders care enough about their privacy to make it worthwhile for an ISP to be a privacy crusader?.

Showdown between Prime Minister and Megaupload founder didn't disappoint in Parliament yesterday, but was it more PR than policy?.

Internet search giant warns new government spy laws could result in companies quitting New Zealand, after heavily criticising the bill.

Kim Dotcom prepares to challenge PM John Key in Parliament over NZ's spying agency expansion, promising a revealing showdown.