Commerce Commission stories
Spark reveals actual 4G & 5G speeds using Cisco ThousandEyes
Wed, 1st May 2024
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
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telco
Telecoms firm Spark discloses true 4G and 5G speeds by leveraging Cisco ThousandEyes tech for precise measurements.
Chorus reports strong half-year results amid CEO transition
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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chorus
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commerce commission
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telco
Amid plans for a CEO changeover, Chorus reports a robust half-year performance bolstered by increased fibre broadband uptake.
Electric Kiwi challenges sneaky notice periods of broadband retailers
Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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commerce commission
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nz
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telco
Electric Kiwi has launched a complaint against leading NZ broadband retailers, alleging they use 'sneaky notice periods' that impede competition.
Vector's PRISMED project receives inaugural Commerce Commission innovation grant
Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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network infrastructure
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power / energy
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nz
Vector's PRISMED project awarded inaugural Commerce Commission innovation grant, aimed at utilising smart meter data.
New NZ telco Rocket Mobile launches with unlimited data plans
Thu, 23rd Nov 2023
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nz
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telco
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commerce commission
NZ's Rocket Mobile launches as a new telecommunication service bringing unlimited data plans, aiming to challenge rival companies' hidden costs.
One NZ boosts 5G network with Dense Air NZ acquisition
Tue, 7th Nov 2023
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commerce commission
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nz
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spectrum
One NZ plans to heighten 5G spectrum through acquisition of Dense Air's New Zealand business, level up speeds and capacity.
New $45 unlimited mobile data plan with perks from MyRepublic
Mon, 9th Oct 2023
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digital entertainment
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netflix
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nz
MyRepublic has launched a new mobile data plan, MyRepublic Plus, offering unlimited data capped at 40 Mbps for $45 per month.
ComCom seeks views on revenue limits, service quality standards for Chorus
Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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chorus
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commerce commission
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fibre
The Commerce Commission is seeking feedback on resetting revenue limits for Chorus, New Zealand's largest telecoms infrastructure provider.
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Commerce Commission Welcomes appointment of Grocery Commissioner
Wed, 12th Jul 2023
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commerce commission
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transparency
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regulation
Commerce Commission appoints Pierre van Heerden as the Grocery Commissioner, a move to ensure fair competition in New Zealand's grocery sector.
ComCom examines issues with Connexa, 2degrees acquisition
Fri, 27th Jan 2023
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network infrastructure
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commerce commission
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m&a
Connexa's acquisition of mobile infrastructure assets from Two Degrees Networks faces competition scrutiny from the Commerce Commission.
ComCom announces a much broader next phase of MBNZ
Tue, 29th Nov 2022
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commerce commission
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fibre
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telco
The Commerce Commission has unveiled the next phase of Measuring Broadband New Zealand (MBNZ), widening the programme to cover new technologies.
ComCom issues final decision on Chorus Regulatory Asset Base
Thu, 6th Oct 2022
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fintechs
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chorus
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commerce commission
A company's RAB amounts to the value of the assets the company has used for delivering regulated fibre services to New Zealand consumers.
Commission cracks down on sales practices that mislead online shoppers
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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email security
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cybersecurity
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission has issued a formal warning to online gift-box retailer, Occasion Box, for making false and unsubstantiated claims.
Mercury charged by ComCom following complaints of misleading customers
Tue, 19th Jul 2022
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datacentre infrastructure
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power / energy
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law
Mercury NZ charged for misleading customers over early termination fees, with ComCom filing seven charges under Fair Trading Act.
The NZ TCF endorses move by ComCom to promote TDR dispute scheme
Tue, 19th Jul 2022
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commerce commission
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law
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customers
New Zealand Telecoms Forum welcomes Commerce Commission's push for greater access to dispute resolution scheme.
ComCom puts electronics sector on notice over resale price maintenance
Fri, 24th Jun 2022
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digital entertainment
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tv
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noel leeming
The Commerce Commission has concluded an investigation into allegations that television manufacturers were engaging in illegal resale price maintenance.
Most NZ broadband can deliver four HD Netflix streams at the same time
Mon, 13th Jun 2022
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digital entertainment
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telco
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nz
99% of top broadband plans in New Zealand can handle four simultaneous high-definition Netflix streams, says Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme report.
ComCom finds NZ broadband compares well with Australia
Wed, 1st Jun 2022
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wireless networks
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fibre
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commerce commission
A new report published by the Commerce Commission has found New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) compares well to Australia's National Broadband Network.
ComCom appeals $2.25 million fine in Vodafone FibreX case
Wed, 18th May 2022
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fibre
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telco
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission has filed an appeal in the High Court against a $2.25 million fine imposed on Vodafone NZ for its offending under the Fair Trading Act.
ComCom welcomes new marketing codes for the telecom industry
Tue, 17th May 2022
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commerce commission
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digital marketing
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it industry
New marketing codes for New Zealand's telecommunications industry aim to improve transparency and help consumers choose the right broadband service.