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Popular streaming service Netflix has released findings on how Kiwi internet providers stack up in regards to streaming speeds.

It all comes down to how much the buyer wants the transaction to happen and the drivers the vendor has for selling.

CallPlus has hit back at legal action by broadcasters trying to stop global mode - and subtly called out Spark for its role in the legal fracas.

In response to what they believe is a breach of copyright, Lightbox, MediaWorks, SKY and TVNZ intend to take action against ISPs promoting Global Mode.

After plenty of speculation that 2degrees was about to be sold, it turns out they're the ones doing the buying.

Gigabit broadband services are now live in Dunedin today, meaning the city can now access the fastest broadband speeds in the southern hemisphere.

Consumer NZ survey finds sharp drop in customer satisfaction with Vodafone and Spark, underperforming in service reliability.

Brendan Ritchie takes a look at the increasing difficulty ISPs face in their quest to return a profit for their shareholders.

From gay CEOs, sexist CEOs and mean CEOs to women at the top, disappearing ISPs and our whole office fighting it out on their Fitbits, we’ve had a great year.

Ahead of tonight's announcement, Orcon unveils its Gigatown plans, promising top-notch services and a free Roku 3 for ultra-fast internet users.

Orcon rebukes Spark's denial of broadband throttling, highlighting differences in traffic management amidst a fiery debate.

Spark has hit back at claims made by Orcon over traffic throttling, claiming it’s nothing more than a PR stunt.

Orcon says an estimated 81 percent of Kiwi internet users could be having their internet artificially slowed down.

CallPlus Group appoints Philip Carden to board; with over 25 years in telecoms, his experience is seen as invaluable for company's growth.

Orcon allows customers to access blocked international sites with Global Mode, as streaming survey results show shift from broadcast TV.

CallPlus Group appoints new leaders for Orcon and Flip brands, positioning the three CallPlus residential brands to challenge rivals.

CallPlus Group acquires Orcon, joining its portfolio of ISPs and boosting its market share to 15% in a strategic move to challenge leading providers.

Google unveils NZ's first Video Quality Report, ranking ISPs on their ability to stream HD YouTube videos, with select networks earning HD Verified status.

Vivid Networks, the company linked with Orcon part-owner Warren Hurst, avoided liquidation in Auckland’s High Court yesterday.

Orcon's bidding drama, Renaissance's $1 deal shocker, and big distie wins shape New Zealand's channel market in 2014's first half.