Telcos (Telco) stories - Page 34

Vector is leading the alliance of 19 lines companies and independent fibre companies called the New Zealand Regional Fibre Group (NZRFG).

At TUANZ Telecommunications Day, TelstraClear CEO Allan Freeth criticised New Zealand's crab mentality, urging Kiwis to embrace positive change and innovation.

The total fixed line and mobile telecommunications revenue in New Zealand for 2008/09 is estimated by the Commerce Commission to be $5.

The government favours fibre in the Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI) with a USD $300 million investment to boost connectivity in rural schools.

At TUANZ Telco Day, top insights reveal support for Chorus by TelstraClear CEO and a push for patient-owned health records by 2014.

Vodafone's $12 offer influences telecom regulation debate, as ComCom rethinks its stance on mobile termination rates, stirring sector responses.

In a surprising turn, TelstraClear backs Chorus for the government's Ultra Fast Broadband network bid, urging collaboration over competition.

The Commerce Commission has been ordered by the High Court to reconsider the way it calculates the amount telcos must pay to enable a rural telephony service.

Proposed changes to the TUANZ constitution could see a telecommunications industry executive become the chairman of the business user lobby group.

Vodafone NZ's Stanners talks regulation, collaboration, and competition while eyeing the future with tech advancements and challenges.

NZ commits to a £1.5 billion Ultra Fast Broadband network, boosting access for 75% of homes, schools and workplaces within 10 years.

As Telecom relinquishes NZ's numbers, the debate intensifies on who should manage them: telcos, regulators, or an independent body?.

Richard Rowley challenges the TCF's governance, saying it favours big players over a fair industry environment.

Story and interview with Robin Hartendorp, GM for Central Government of SparkDigital and is responsible for delivering a high level of service.

How are councils using technology, and connecting their citizens? Louis van Wyk takes a look at the local government sector.

As ICT demand spikes, firms struggle in a dwindling talent pool, turning globally to fill critical roles in a competitive job market.

Minister urges telcos to adopt a 111 code that overlooks VoIP users, raising concerns for emergency service accessibility.

ICT Minister Steven Joyce is urging telco providers to sign up to an industry code on emergency calling, following a recent 111 outage.

TeamTalk CEO David Ware has accused the Telecommunications Carriers Forum of using their influence to bully the industry and cover up immoral behaviour.

Vodafone NZ sees another top exec departure, with Networks GM Mike Davies leaving amid a wave of high-level exits.