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Management pleads ignorance over severed thumb

A south Auckland egg processor has been fined for safety failings after a worker lost a thumb while cleaning a conveyor in 2020.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 31st May 2022

Risk & Compliance

Three injured after training goes up in smoke

WorkSafe says poor briefing and missing protective gear left three service personnel with lifelong injuries after a faulty mock exercise in Palmerston North.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 31st Mar 2022

Risk & Compliance

Business facing liquidation after double fatality

The operator’s failure to register and train staff properly has left it facing liquidation after being fined GBP £595,000 over two tourist deaths.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Jan 2022

Breach Prevention

To disclose or not to disclose?: The significance of data breach disclosure in Aotearoa

Data breach consequences go beyond systems damage. Trust, reputation, and legal implications create the need for transparency and open communication.

By Mitchell Hageman • 7 min read • Thu, 9th Dec 2021

Data Protection

The GDPR and NZ: Why this relationship is so important to the future of data privacy in Aotearoa

In 2018, a new unprecedented data privacy law took the EU and, by association, the rest of the world by storm.

By Mitchell Hageman • 7 min read • Mon, 29th Nov 2021

Data Analytics

Immigration policy is disconnected from infrastructure

Rising pressure on housing and services means New Zealand cannot sustain pre-pandemic immigration levels without more public investment.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Nov 2021

Cybersecurity

It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa

New Zealand has introduced a pivotal bill to regulate digital identity, aiming to enhance trust and security in online services, while embracing Māori values.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021

Risk & Compliance

Man racks up fines for obstructing WorkSafe inspections

A logging operator has been fined NZD $12,000 after blocking inspectors from a Wairarapa site and missing a required WorkSafe interview.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021

Breach Prevention

76 breaches reported in first four months of revamped Privacy Act

Barely four months since the Privacy Act 2020 came into force, early indications appear to suggest that mandatory breach reporting regulations are working.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 10th May 2021

Global Stories

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Meltwater bolsters team with new senior hires

Meltwater, a media intelligence company, makes three senior appointments to lead marketing, talent acquisition, and legal roles amidst strong growth.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2022

Data Analytics

Aotearoa gets a new Privacy Commissioner: Michael Webster replaces John Edwards

Michael Webster, who is currently the Secretary of the Cabinet, will step into the Privacy Commissioner role on 5 July 2022.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Wed, 8th Jun 2022

Risk & Compliance

Celeste Thomasson joins GEODIS board

GEODIS strengthens management team with new appointments: Celeste Thomasson as EVP and general counsel, Pascale Dubois as EVP for corporate communications.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 13th May 2022

Risk & Compliance

GEODIS appoints Celeste Thomasson as Executive vice president

GEODIS strengthens management team with two executive appointments: Celeste Thomasson as EVP & GC and Pascale Dubois as EVP of Corporate Communications.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 13th May 2022

Data Analytics

Appian awarded billions in damages against Pegasystems Inc.

Appian has been awarded USD$2.036 billion in damages against Pegasystems Inc as the result of a jury verdict in the Circuit Court for Fairfax County, Virginia.

By Mitchell Hageman • 4 min read • Thu, 12th May 2022

Marketing Technologies

Amazon and Visa reach agreement in ongoing dispute

After a substantial ongoing feud, Amazon and Visa have agreed to settle a dispute over the credit card giant's fees.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Wed, 23rd Feb 2022

Breach Prevention

Privacy Commissioner John Edwards tipped for top role as UK Information Commissioner

Privacy Commissioner John Edwards named preferred candidate for UK Information Commissioner, pending UK Parliament's decision.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Aug 2021

Google

Com Com to head to court on Google Ads price fixing

The Commerce Commission has filed proceedings at the High Court claiming Moola engaged in cartel conduct relating to online advertising on Google Ads.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Aug 2021