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Amy Adams stories - Page 5

Amy Adams is a well-known figure in New Zealand's broadband and telecommunications landscape, with a strong focus on expanding the country's digital infrastructure. Through her columns, Amy explores various initiatives aimed at enhancing broadband access for Kiwis, emphasizing the National government's efforts to extend Ultra-Fast Broadband to a significant portion of the population and improve rural connectivity. Her work sheds light on the strategic deployment of broadband services across New Zealand, revealing a dedication to bridging the digital divide and fostering a more connected society.

Moreover, Amy's interests span a broad array of ICT issues beyond just broadband, including cyber security, digital education, and the evolution of New Zealand's telecommunications policy. Through initiatives like the Harmful Digital Communications Bill and the creation of a national cyber security centre, her writing highlights a commitment to addressing both the opportunities and challenges presented by the digital age. Her focus on ensuring equitable access to technology, enhancing New Zealand's digital economy, and safeguarding against online threats underscores her comprehensive approach to ICT policy and development.

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Govt delight as $65m international cable gets green light...
Thu, 3rd Jul 2014
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UK government-owned company REANNZ has secured a $65m tenancy contract with Hawaiki Cable for a proposed new international telecommunications cable.
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Govt: Radio spectrum auction completed
Fri, 20th Jun 2014
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The auction of the 700 MHz band of radio spectrum in New Zealand has been completed, with Telecom, Vodafone and 2degrees as successful bidders.
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Are you a digital cowboy or cautious connector?
Tue, 17th Jun 2014
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NZ launches Connect Smart Week, urging Kiwis to learn about cyber security and find their digital clan for safer online behaviour.
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Enable unveils new Christchurch school fibre broadband plans
Fri, 6th Jun 2014
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Network provider Enable has announced plans to connect 33 more Christchurch schools to fibre broadband by the end of 2015.
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Govt: 4G mobile technology a step closer
Tue, 3rd Jun 2014
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Telecom granted clearance to acquire 2x20 MHz in 700 MHz band for 4G networks, bringing world-class technology to New Zealanders.
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Govt announces allocation options for 700 MHz radio spectrum
Mon, 26th May 2014
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Govt announces the two sets of options that will be used for assigning the 700 MHz radio spectrum band between the successful bidders in the recent auction.
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'Lazy' telco rulers fail kiwi consumers
Fri, 23rd May 2014
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Commerce Commission accused of failing Kiwi consumers in mobile market review. Two Degrees founder calls for action.
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Whangarei becomes NZ’s first fully-fibred city
Sat, 10th May 2014
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Whangarei leads as NZ's first city with complete fibre connectivity under the government's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, offering vast benefits.
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East Cape schools now find broadband faster
Wed, 16th Apr 2014
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Faster broadband is being delivered to twelve rural schools in the Gisborne and Wairoa area as a result of the Government’s broadband initiatives.
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Labour slams Chorus appeal as a 'waste of time'
Tue, 15th Apr 2014
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John Key and Amy Adams must tell New Zealanders whether they support Chorus’ appeal of the High Court’s ruling in favour of the Commerce Commission.
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Tech industry needs students to follow IT career path
Sat, 5th Apr 2014
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Students are being encouraged to consider the many benefits of a career in IT, especially girls who may not have considered the technology industry.
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New Govt system signals death of the household phonebook
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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Households in New Zealand can now choose to opt out of receiving phone books, following government approval for a new system.
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One summary says it all - broadband plan comparison is now even easier
Fri, 21st Mar 2014
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A standard format has been developed to help consumers compare different fixed line, residential broadband offers from New Zealand’s leading operators.
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Adams backs better broadband info for consumers...
Thu, 20th Mar 2014
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A new code of practice for broadband product information has been welcomed by NZ Communications and IT Minister Amy Adams.
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Adams slams Labour's UFB trickery
Wed, 12th Mar 2014
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Labour's Clare Curran accused of making incorrect claims about the UFB contract between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, says Communications Minister.
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Minister welcomes UFB progress
Tue, 11th Mar 2014
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Min. Amy Adams hails the Ultra-Fast Broadband deal adjustments between Crown Fibre Holdings and Chorus, aiming to mitigate a funding gap.
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Exclusive: Amy Adams on ICT - Part 2
Mon, 10th Mar 2014
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In our exclusive Part 2, NZ's pioneering female IT minister Amy Adams defends UFB rollout pace, heralding a tech-transformed future.
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Exclusive: Amy Adams on ICT…
Thu, 6th Mar 2014
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NZ's 1st female IT Minister, Amy Adams, champions technology's vast potential for Kiwi innovation and rural development in exclusive talk.
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Cunliffe not Curran to blame for Labour ICT leak
Wed, 5th Mar 2014
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Labour's ICT leak blamed on David Cunliffe's office, not Clare Curran, in a startling admission reversing prior claims.
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'Shipwreck' Labour leaks secret ICT plan to Govt…
Wed, 5th Mar 2014
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Labour's ICT strategy leaks to Gov't in a blunder by Clare Curran, sparking major embarrassment and a mocking retort from PM John Key.