The Commerce Commission orders immediate improvements to telco debt practices and a revised disconnection code by end of 2026. Also: NZ domains hit a record high, a new cable surveillance system launches and the NCSC reports its first severe cyber attacks since 2022.

New Zealand needs a clear, long-term technology strategy ‘that endures beyond electoral cycles - Tuanz. Chorus happy with longer fibre regulatory period.

The Commerce Commission proposes extending Chorus' fibre price-quality regulation from four years to five, aligning it with other utilities. A pre-election briefing from the TCF wants the next government to recognise telecommunications as critical infrastructure.

Streaming and fast broadband have changed how we watch sport and other video entertainment, but the golden age is over. Where will digital media go next?

SpaceX’s filing targets US$75 billion to expand Starlink. Discover what this means for rural NZ broadband providers and local telco economics.

SpaceX IPO will impact NZ telecoms, Golden Bay flags a telecoms resilience gap and One NZ research reveals a growing AI trust problem.

National Infrastructure Funding and Financing behind cell site resilience upgrades. Spark builds a private 5G network at Port Nelson. One NZ sells second hand phones.

New Zealand's mobile sector challenges the idea that fibre should be the first choice for rural broadband. Overseas telcos operating in New Zealand will now be subject to local laws and regulations. Submarine cable safety.

What data sovereignty means for New Zealand organisations, why the Cloud Act matters and why 'local cloud' does not guarantee legal protection.

The Commerce Commission will investigate deregulating PSTN interconnection. Ventia plan to grow beyond telecoms with datacentre builds. One NZ builds 29 new cell sites

A brief guide to network and cybersecurity in New Zealand, covering threats, defences and how telcos and agencies protect critical infrastructure.

Chorus posts a first half profit as copper retirement accelerates. Comparing Spark and Chorus post demerger performance. 2degrees ground station spooks inner city residents.

An overview of New Zealand’s telecommunications industry, covering structure, competition, regulation and how providers work together.

Chorus moves copper network retirement forward two years. A look at the potential sale of Enable Networks. Amazon acquires Globalstar.

The Commerce Commission signals the end of PSTN regulation as mobile and cloud alternatives dominate. TCF backs a competition law overhaul and new data reveals 4G fixed wireless performance gaps.

An independent guide to New Zealand’s fibre broadband network, explaining how UFB works, coverage limits speeds and fibre compares with wireless.

How internet exchange points work in New Zealand, including their role in keeping traffic local, improving performance and how networks interconnect.

Mobile virtual network operators sell mobile services without owning infrastructure. In New Zealand they have a small market share and limited impact on overall market structure.

An overview of New Zealand rural telecommunications, covering government initiatives, mobile coverage, wireless providers and satellite services.

An overview of how telecommunications regulation works in New Zealand, covering the Telecommunications Act, regulators, key reforms and mobile.

IoT connects devices, networks and data systems. In New Zealand it is widely used in agriculture, utilities and infrastructure, supported by mobile, satellite and low-power networks.

The Commerce Commission says our mature market no longer needs mobile termination rate regulation. Chorus launched digital equity product. Fibre regulations under review.

Spark's improved half year result shows return to profit at expense of growth and diversity. National Infrastructure Plan points to need for greater rural investment. One NZ offers mobile user scam protection.

New Zealand’s distance from major global hubs means local data centres reduce latency and improve performance for users.

ComCom's 2026 work programme focuses on fibre regulation, deregulation, retail service quality and a significant consumer protection agenda.

Christchurch City Holdings reviewed its ownership of Enable Networks, raising the prospect of a partial or full sale of one of New Zealand's four fibre wholesalers. A report in The Australian says Macquarie Capital has been engaged, with a potential valuation of up to $1 billion.

Carriers found thousands of less common handsets during New Zealand's otherwise smooth 3G shutdown. Kordia warns companies that letting staff loose on AI tools is a security risk. Datagrid gets consent to build Southland AI factory.

Concerns about 111 emergency calling after the 3G shutdown remain. The case for handset rules. One NZ solar power project. Spark satellite service.

ISPANZ accuses mobile carriers of blocking MVNO access to satellite texting. 2degrees gains market share and TDL updates broadband disclosure rules.

Spark and One NZ are embarked on similar satellite strategies using SpaceX's Starlink constellation. Rival 2 degrees is a taking an entirely different approach to integrating satellites into its mobile network.