Kordia stories - Page 4

Kordia steps back from the trans-Tasman cable project, highlighting the complex dynamics of the international fibre-optic cable landscape.

Chinese firms plan $US100m fibre-optic cable between Auckland and Sydney, set to boost broadband speeds and market competition.

Kordia becomes NZ's first telco to win Microsoft's Lync SIP Trunking certification, signaling a boost for Unified Communications services.

Another week, another announcement of a UFB 'first'. This time it's the first schools to be connected to the embryonic Government-funded network.

Mobile operators globally tout LTE, the 4G tech promising lightning-fast downloads. Verizon and Telstra lead, aiming to transform wireless connectivity.

Auckland Council has no plans for free Wi-Fi ahead of the Rugby World Cup, while Wellington plans to offer it.

A group of New Zealand telecom companies and consumer groups have proposed alternatives to the government's UFB bill.

At Auckland's SkyCity, telco leaders shared quips and confessions at Tel.Con 11, revealing the industry's lighter side amidst challenges.

Proposed change to the Telecommunications Amendment Bill could allow the government to buy back parts of Telecom.

Eden Park's $240.5m makeover preps it for Rugby and Cricket World Cups, transforming it into a tech haven under ICT Director Glen McCracken's lead.

Kordia launches limited-time free Wi-Fi trial in Auckland's cafes and bars to boost brand awareness among potential enterprise customers.

SKY partners with Orcon for iSKY, bringing online TV to subscribers before Christmas, leveraging Velocix technology for better access.

M-Com sweeps TUANZ Innovation Awards with top honours, leading a prestigious night in Auckland's telecom sector.

So if the industry is going to improve its image, what should be the key areas of focus? Here are my suggestions:.

After its 2009 departure, 2degrees rejoins the TCF, marking a unified front among NZ's major telecommunications players.

2degrees set to embrace TCF's Emergency Calling Code, joining major NZ telcos in a move urged by ICT Minister after 111 call issues.

Vector is leading the alliance of 19 lines companies and independent fibre companies called the New Zealand Regional Fibre Group (NZRFG).

Ex-Vodafone exec Mark Rushworth spearheads Pacific Fibre to link NZ and the US with a new cable, aiming to bring the world closer to New Zealand.

The government's $300 million rural broadband plan doesn't go far enough according to the New Zealand Regional Fibre Group (NZRFG).

Rod Drury, Stephen Tindall and Sam Morgan have announced today they are backing the creation of an international cable to rival Telecom's Southern Cross Cable.