Commerce Commission stories
Canterbury households could face higher power bills as regulators test whether Orion's NZD $1.51 billion network spend is justified.
The regulator's expanded remit comes as New Zealand moves to deepen capital markets and tighten oversight of consumer credit.
Retailers could save about $40 million a year if lower limits on company card interchange fees are adopted, easing checkout costs.
Pressure from regulators and Google is putting firms at risk of hefty penalties if they screen out unhappy customers before asking for public reviews.
Open banking in New Zealand is set to expose weakly secured AI tools to live client financial data, raising breach and compliance risks.
Banks and advisers face a bigger security test as open banking will let more AI tools handle live client data from mid-2026.
New Zealand's watchdog has outlined draft rule changes for fibre networks ahead of a 2029 reset, aiming to clarify investment tests and capex.
TUANZ has teamed with Recycle A Device to supply refurbished laptops to students, targeting New Zealand's growing digital divide in 2026.
One NZ and Advantai Group partner exclusively to help NZ brands launch branded mobile services faster and cheaper using One NZ's award-winning network.
New Zealand's government forms 'Anti-Scam Alliance' with banks, police and tech firms to tackle online scams through real-time data sharing.
Rocket Mobile offers New Zealand's cheapest unlimited data plans, topping the Commerce Commission's value rankings and challenging major network providers.
Rocket Mobile has been named the Best Value Mobile Provider at the 2024 NZ Compare Awards, marking a successful second year since its rebrand.
A Prospa survey reveals many New Zealand SMEs view summer as vital, with 43% expecting better conditions despite economic challenges ahead.
Chorus urges New Zealand's Commerce Commission to enforce stricter broadband marketing guidelines, promoting transparency for informed consumer choices.
Prospa has launched new financial tools for SMEs, including Bill Pay and expanded loan limits, to ease the pressures on small business owners in New Zealand.
Rocket Mobile has unveiled New Zealand's first MVNO group plans with unlimited mobile data at varying speeds, challenging the dominance of major MNOs.
Wise's research reveals 29% of Kiwis lack understanding of international money transfer fees, and calls for NZ government regulation to ensure transparency.
New Zealand's fintech Debut is set to become the first locally-owned bank tailored for AI and open banking, aiming to dismantle financial barriers.
New Zealanders waste NZD $400 million yearly on unused mobile data. Kiwi Mobile aims to change this with its new Endless plan, charging only for data used.
Experian introduces two digital solutions in New Zealand to simplify confusing bank statements, promising enhanced customer experiences and operational efficiencies.
