Fibre optics stories
The Commerce Commission has revealed its draft decisions on price-quality regulation for Chorus and information disclosure requirements for fibre companies.
Since receiving Chorus proposal, the Commission has identified the need to update the indicative process it set out in September 2020.
Chorus has launched Hyperfibre, the next-gen broadband technology, across New Zealand, offering faster speeds and changing the digital landscape for Kiwis.
Chorus completes major performance upgrade for New Zealand fibre customers, boosting download speeds and aiming for top 10 global broadband ranking.
New research has determined that fibre is the best broadband option for consumers concerned about carbon emissions.
High-speed fibre internet subscriptions have overtaken copper-wire DSL connections across OECD countries, according to new data.
In this interview, Fluke Networks product marketing manager Mark Mullins explains the company's role in maintaining critical cabling infrastructure.
NEC launches AI solution to detect and pinpoint issues in optical fibre by analysing vibrations, aiding in infrastructure maintenance.
Orcon launches 8Gbps broadband plan, doubling the speed of its fastest plan less than 18 months after its 4Gbps launch.
UK regulators uphold regulation on three wholesale telecoms services to maintain competition and protect consumers.
The performance of Fibre Max plans has substantially improved, according to the Commerce Commission's Measuring Broadband New Zealand report.
Vodafone New Zealand is fast-tracking its regional investment program to improve mobile phone and internet coverage across the country.
The first West Coast fibre enabled cell site, called Fox West, has gone live providing 4G wireless broadband and mobile calling services in New Zealand.
The Commerce Commission is consulting on a proposal from Chorus to spend $1.6 billion over the first three years of the new fibre regulatory regime.
Commerce Commission launches survey for stakeholders to provide input on new regulations for fibre service providers in New Zealand.
Fuller has led the fibre network provider since its inception in 2007. He will step down between July and September in 2021.
The Commerce Commission's Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme has helped to identify and fix network problems.
Commerce Commission seeks feedback on funding for regulation of telecommunications, electricity, and gas sectors. Increased funding proposed.
The code sets out the requirements Chorus must meet before it can stop providing wholesale copper phone and broadband services, including ADSL and VDSL.
COVID-19 has highlighted the need for reliable enterprise networks to accommodate remote access, with Chorus offering connectivity solutions for businesses.
