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Microsoft says NZ reasonably cyber secure, but don't get complacent
Malware

Microsoft says NZ reasonably cyber secure, but don't get complacent

Microsoft's latest report heralds New Zealand as the least cyber-threatened in Asia Pacific, but warns against complacency in light of ongoing risks.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 7th May 2019
Dashcams save lives & wallets, says insurer
Smart Home

Dashcams save lives & wallets, says insurer

Dashcams are lifesavers – and more people should consider investing in them, according to QBE Insurance and road safety organisation Brake.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 7th May 2019

Global Stories

Police stories

UK privacy watchdog 'deeply concerned' about live facial recognition
Data Protection

UK privacy watchdog 'deeply concerned' about live facial recognition

The UK Information Commissioner warns that live facial recognition technology poses significant privacy risks, urging strict adherence to data laws.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Jul 2019
Govt invests $8m into refreshed Cyber Security Strategy
New Zealand Government

Govt invests $8m into refreshed Cyber Security Strategy

The Government has refreshed its approach to New Zealand's cybersecurity, with more focus on partnerships, funding, and international participation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
How to create safer roads for Kiwis
Data Analytics

How to create safer roads for Kiwis

The New Zealand Transport Authority partnered with Catalyst and Orbica to revolutionise NZ's Crash Analysis System.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2019
Motorola Solutions showcase the latest in mission-critical innovation
Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions showcase the latest in mission-critical innovation

CCW to showcase Motorola's customisable comms for transport, energy and utilities; boosts rail safety with Siemens.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2019
Europol, FBI, Bitdefender team up on ransomware decryptor
Malware

Europol, FBI, Bitdefender team up on ransomware decryptor

The decryptor neutralises the latest versions of GandCrab – the most prolific families of file-encrypting malware to date.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 18th Jun 2019
IRD shuts down fraudulent direct debit scam
Email Security

IRD shuts down fraudulent direct debit scam

Inland Revenue halts scam involving fraudulent transactions on bank accounts; working with police and banks to investigate further.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2019
Scams rampant on dating websites and apps
Email Security

Scams rampant on dating websites and apps

Romance scams cost Brits £50m in 2018, with dating sites and apps the hardest to tackle due to their small, personalised nature, says Action Fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2019
NEC named Frost & Sullivan Biometrics Company of the Year
Digital Signage

NEC named Frost & Sullivan Biometrics Company of the Year

The award recognises NEC's foresight in innovating and developing biometric solutions for the future that maximises customer value and experience.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 30th May 2019
Treasury “deliberately and systematically” hacked
Breach Prevention

Treasury “deliberately and systematically” hacked

This follows the opposition party's unexpected release of details of the Government's Budget, which were due to be made public on Thursday.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2019
Four NZ projects shortlisted in IDC's APAC Smart Cities Awards
Smart Cities

Four NZ projects shortlisted in IDC's APAC Smart Cities Awards

The annual awards highlight and acknowledge outstanding smart city initiatives in the Asia Pacific region and this year attracted over 180 entries.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 15th May 2019
Vertiv to capitalise on AU government IoT with SRA partnership
Hyperscale

Vertiv to capitalise on AU government IoT with SRA partnership

Vertiv says this deal is an attempt to increase its footprint with Australian government and telecommunications providers.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 14th May 2019
It's 'lights out' for two more dark web marketplaces
Cybersecurity

It's 'lights out' for two more dark web marketplaces

Don't be fooled if you see talk that Wall Street Market has been taken down – because it's most likely not what you think.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Police stories

Modis named Microsoft's Aussie partner of the year
Partner Programmes

Modis named Microsoft's Aussie partner of the year

The company also won the 2019 Microsoft Data Analytics Partner of the Year award and was a finalist in the AI & machine learning category.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2019
WA Police Force uses tech to build a case against criminals
Digital Transformation

WA Police Force uses tech to build a case against criminals

The Western Australia Police Force (WAPF) has to process more than 2.8 terabytes of data for every case it investigates.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2019
Guiyang investing big to become China's big data hub
Data Analytics

Guiyang investing big to become China's big data hub

Guiyang, aiming to be China's big data hub, has attracted 4,000+ companies and seen its big data market exceed CNY ¥100 billion since 2015.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 13th May 2019