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Press panic over Spark streaming the Rugby World Cup online
We haven't been this twitchy about tech since Y2K. Spark took a gamble by buying the World Cup broadcast rights and offering live streaming coverage to subscribers. It's sparked a flood of sceptical -…
Video, AudioSpark Sport not discouraged by issues and naysayers
The telecommunications company Spark is not discouraged by criticism of its ability to stream the Rugby World Cup in a little over a week. Audio
Rugby fans underwhelmed about RWC streaming option
Rubgy fans are still unhappy about the prospect of streaming RWC games. Tech commentator Paul Spain joins the discussion on what they can expect from the Spark services. Audio
Why more telcos are headed up by women
Technology commentator Bill Bennett looks at how tech companies are dominated by male managers, but telco companies are bucking that trend. He'll also look at Spark, Chorus and Sky's results, the GCSB… Audio
Spark delivers better than expected profit growth
The telecommunications company Spark has increased its annual profit with greater market share and lower costs. Audio
How will you watch the Rugby World Cup?
Have you worked out how you'll be watching the Rugby World Cup this year? Because the way sport is being delivered to our screens is changing. Audio
Injecting business with te reo and Maori culture
Business commentator Nikki Mandow talks to Kathryn about the commitment from some companies to brining te reo and Maori culture into the workplace. Also, what lies ahead for outgoing Spark boss, Simon… Audio
Outgoing Spark CEO says telco competition is 'remarkable'
The outgoing chief executive of Spark says there's plenty of competition in the telecommunciations sector. Audio
Commerce Commission's findings 'disgraceful' - Vocus
The commission's findings have pleased the big players - Vodafone and Spark. Audio
Buying from social enterprises & Spark changes
Business commentator Nikki Mandow talks to Kathryn about the social enterprise organisation Akina Foundation and imminent growth in the sector that will have wide social impact. Also, delving into… Audio
Jolie Hodson to take over as CEO of Spark from July
The head of the country's biggest telecommunications company is stepping down. Audio
Spark has posted a lower half year profit
Telecommunications company Spark has posted a lower half year profit of 153 million dollars as it navigates the changing technical, business and political forces in the sector. Audio
2018: "Big business can have a heart. It’s good for shareholders but it’s also the right thing to do." - Simon Moutter
Simon Moutter, sets out the case for business to become more responsive, more diverse, and more led by the heart. Audio
Barring of Huawei: NZ feels squeeze in clash of the titans
Trade and national security interests are at stake as China and US remain in dispute.
Sky TV appoints new chief executive
Sky TV has appointed a British pay television veteran as its new head.
Spark's 5G target, APEC & ASEAN
Business commentator Rod Oram discusses Spark setting a target date for starting its 5G mobile network.
Also, the APEC and ASEAN summits are stark examples of the fast growing tensions between US and… Audio
Spark 'not ruling out' working with Sky TV on sport coverage
The telecommunications company Spark has taken its battle with Sky TV to a new level with its first deal to broadcast local sports events. Audio
Spark's hockey rights deal challenges Sky TV
The telecommunications company Spark has taken a significant step to challenge the dominance of Sky Television by securing the broadcast rights for its first local sports event.
Spark pleads guilty to Fair Trading Act breaches
Telecommunications company Spark has pleaded guilty to charges under the fair trading act involving charging and billing for broadband services. Audio
Spark CEO calls on Govt at annual meeting
The telecommunications company Spark says the roll out of new high speed mobile networks could be delayed unless the Government makes some decisions soon. Audio