Sky stories - Page 2
Vodafone NZ/Sky merger is good news for its competitors
Mon, 13th Jun 2016
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This is good news for DTS and any other business focused ISP. Everything coming out of Vodafone and Sky seems to relate to the consumer market.
Spark speaks out about Vodafone Sky merger
Fri, 10th Jun 2016
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NZ telco provider Spark has said it's business as usual for the company, after the news broke this week that Sky will be buying out Vodafone NZ.
The Voda-Sky merger: What does it mean?
Fri, 10th Jun 2016
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Sky's the limit as Vodafone plots a merger with Sky TV, aiming to shake up content delivery and tighten grip on NZ's telco market.
BREAKING: It's official - Sky, Vodafone to join forces
Thu, 9th Jun 2016
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Following intense media speculation, Sky TV has officially confirmed it is planning to buy Vodafone New Zealand $3.44 billion. We have the details.
Sky TV, Vodafone NZ in merger talks
Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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Following media speculation, Sky TV has confirmed it is in discussions with Vodafone NZ about a possible merger.
Christchurch schools to benefit from $200,000 donation from SKY
Tue, 24th May 2016
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Christchurch's quake-hit schools to get new turfs from SKY's generous £200k donation, boosting post-disaster recovery.
Changes ahead as Sky TV announces new developments
Wed, 27th May 2015
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Sky outlined three key developments; its partnership with Vodafone, Neon service and online access for certain sporting events.
CallPlus hits back at global mode action; subtly calls out Spark
Wed, 8th Apr 2015
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CallPlus has hit back at legal action by broadcasters trying to stop global mode - and subtly called out Spark for its role in the legal fracas.
Global mode spat: We've got the legal paperwork
Wed, 8th Apr 2015
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It's the most talked about letter around. We take a peek at exactly what Sky, TVNZ, Lightbox and MediaWorks are claiming – and what they're demanding.
Vodafone being coy about Lightbox counter attack
Tue, 27th Jan 2015
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Vodafone is setting up to offer Sky TV's Neon free for six months to Vodafone customers on unlimited data plans.
Spark to bring the NBA to its broadband customers
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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Partnerships like these bypass Sky's sports channels and allow fans to watch games without the need for a Sky Sport subscription.
SKY TV Announces Video on Demand Service
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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SkyTV to launch ad-free VOD service NEON in December, offering HBO, AMC, FX shows like Game of Thrones. Includes 30-day trial, costs $20/month.
Behind the scenes secrets at Sky TV
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Step inside Sky TV's secret operations: From massive diesel generators to petabyte storage, get an exclusive look at what powers NZ's largest pay-TV.
Telecom takes on Sky with 5000 hours of Lightbox content...
Fri, 1st Aug 2014
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Lightbox will provide up to 5000 hours of TV content for Kiwis, as Telecom takes the fight to internet-television industry rival Sky.
Sky TV set to launch subscription video on demand
Wed, 18th Jun 2014
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Sky TV to launch standalone SVOD service in 2014, partners with Vodafone for broadband bundle. 100,000 homes already on board.
Commerce Commission issues Sky with telco warning
Tue, 8th Oct 2013
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Commission issues warning regarding Sky's contracts with telco retail service providers, claiming the deals likely harmed competition.
Online video market 'large and evolving': Sky
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Sky foresees global giants entering NZ's 'large and evolving' online video market, amidst regulatory scrutiny over competition barriers.
Sky TV under Commerce Commission investigation
Thu, 17th May 2012
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Sky TV faces Commerce Commission scrutiny over competition and content access concerns amid new Igloo TV service launch with TVNZ.
Sky TV launches Android app
Fri, 27th Apr 2012
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Sky TV's new Android app lets viewers check listings, set show alerts and record remotely, following its popular iOS counterpart.
Telecom to sell Sky alongside home lines
Mon, 30th May 2011
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Telecom and SKY have announced a deal to enable the telco to sell television services alongside home line, mobile and broadband products.