Telecommunications (Telco) stories - Page 214

A project planned for London’s 2012 Olympic Games sounds like pure science fiction, but the technology that could see it built is already available.

With all bids now in by 4pm, telcos and lines companies gear up for a fierce competition over the government's USD $1.5 billion Ultra Fast Broadband project.

Telecom intends to go ahead with decommissioning its CDMA network in 2012, despite the issues with its XT Network.

Telecom announces an independent review after XT Network crashes again, leaving the CEO angry at letting customers down.

Two massive outages on the XT Network in two months have forced the Automobile Association to reassess its contract with Telecom.

Telecom's XT network suffers second outage in an hour, affecting customers south of Taupo. Full service expected by 1pm, says Telecom on Twitter.

The organisation that represents rural households is calling on the government to rethink its $300 million plan to upgrade rural broadband infrastructure.

John Stanton, 2degrees backer, shares insights and long-term investment plans at Auckland event, highlighting his experience and commitment.

Vodafone’s marketing director, Mark Rushworth, has resigned and will depart on Friday. CEO Russell Stanners will manage marketing until a replacement is found.

The fate of New Zealand's Ultra Fast Broadband rollout hinges on whether Telecom's vast network of underground ducts will be accessible to competitors.

A new UMR survey reveals 41% of Kiwis deem pornography viewing morally acceptable for singles, but only 13% find downloading copyrighted videos acceptable.

Trilogy International solidifies control over 2degrees, appointing Stewart Sheriff as new Chair amidst shareholder challenges due to the Haiti earthquake.

Telecom has admitted to yet another breach of the Fair Trading Act after it misled more than 130,000 broadband customers and was forced to pay back $9.

Iran has blacklisted numerous Web sites, including those with adult content, critical views of the government, and those considered a threat to societal morals.

WorldxChange, a fixed line provider, turns down MVNO offers from Vodafone and Telecom, criticising them as mere reseller deals, not genuine competition.

Proposal to transfer control of New Zealand’s phone numbers unlikely to force 2Degrees to join Telecommunications Carriers Forum.

Vodafone and Telecom have been ranked the worst ISPs in New Zealand by a Consumer survey, with only 57% and 63% satisfaction rates respectively.

Telecom is compensating around 150,000 broadband customers following a network upgrade for TiVo that resulted in slow speeds and billing errors.

Kiwis flock to top summer spots, but does their internet follow? As holidaymakers hit Mt Maunganui, Nelson, and more, we check the broadband scene.

Iggy Pop collaborates with nine New Zealand musicians from his Miami studio using Skype, demonstrating the power of Orcon's broadband.