Government stories - Page 35
Deloittes damage control over Govt computer security
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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The Ministry of Social Development has appointed Deloittes to review its computer network security over privacy concerns.
Key causes Parliament outrage over Dotcom
Wed, 17th Oct 2012
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Prime Minister and Opposition leader in fiery exchange as both stand their ground over the ongoing Kim Dotcom saga.
Google moves threaten independent legal counsel
Fri, 12th Oct 2012
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Google's new ad policy bans a multi-national legal firm from promoting their services, suggesting people don't need legal counsel, sparking industry debate.
U.S. issues Huawei phone warning
Mon, 8th Oct 2012
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U.S. officials caution firms against Huawei, citing potential security risks; Huawei dismisses claims, asserting its global trustworthiness and integrity.
Dotcom demands spying probe
Fri, 28th Sep 2012
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Megaupload founder backs calls for an independent inquiry after government spies illegally accessed his communications.
PM slams govt spies in Dotcom case
Mon, 24th Sep 2012
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John Key demands answers from the national's secretive intelligence agency over 'unlawful' acquisition of Megaupload case communications.
Broadband to provide product prices
Thu, 6th Sep 2012
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Government announces product disclosure underway to improve the transparency of broadband information for consumers.
Could the public sector switch to the cloud?
Wed, 15th Aug 2012
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Government to review proposals to switch the public service to cloud-based application software hosted outside ANZ.
Will the government sell Kordia?
Mon, 6th Aug 2012
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Speculation mounts over the potential sale of Kordia, despite official denials and a backdrop of financial struggles.
Government exceeds UFB connection target
Fri, 3rd Aug 2012
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NZ outstrips Ultra-Fast Broadband targets, connecting over 76,000 premises including schools and hospitals, bolstering rural and urban internet.
New govt 'Virtual Meeting Rooms' to save taxpayers' money?
Fri, 27th Jul 2012
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Asnet launches VideoNet to connect NZ govt agencies virtually, aiming to slash taxpayer costs on travel and meetings.
CallPlus offers unlimited school internet
Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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CallPlus pioneers in NZ by providing unlimited internet to schools, aiming to enhance education with its fibre packages and partnerships.
Xero's fear over gov privacy plans
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Xero is raising alarms over new Inland Revenue plans to access overseas company data, stressing the need for privacy protections and customer notifications.
Online video market 'large and evolving': Sky
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Sky foresees global giants entering NZ's 'large and evolving' online video market, amidst regulatory scrutiny over competition barriers.
Five big UFB turn-offs
Thu, 24th May 2012
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The top reasons why the 'if you build it, they will come' strategy won't work for the Ultra Fast Broadband network.
More video options would drive UFB uptake: Commerce Commission
Mon, 21st May 2012
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A 'diverse range' of supply options will be a pivotal factor encouraging consumers to overcome the cost boundary, regulator says.
Major telcos all approved as All-of-Government mobile suppliers
Tue, 8th May 2012
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Gen-i, Vodafone and 2degrees all make the cut in deal Economic Development Minister estimates will save government $60m.
Remedy working but telco doctor's future still uncertain
Thu, 3rd May 2012
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Telecommunications commissioner Dr Ross Patterson's job is on the line, despite injecting a healthy dose of competition into the sector.
Why telco customers switch
Thu, 12th Apr 2012
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Seeking cheaper deals leads the charge in why telco customers switch providers, reveals Commerce Commission study.
Cross-network traffic on the rise: Commerce Commission
Tue, 10th Apr 2012
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Customers happier calling friends and family on competing networks thanks to last year's changes to termination rates.