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Crime-busting software scoops PM's Science Prize
Data Science

Crime-busting software scoops PM's Science Prize

Crime-busting DNA software STRmix by ESR wins the 2018 Prime Minister's Science Prize worth NZD $500,000, enhancing forensic success rates globally.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2019
NZ needs better tech to catch drivers who can't put their phones down
Cartech

NZ needs better tech to catch drivers who can't put their phones down

New Zealand may follow Australia's lead in adopting mobile phone detection cameras to curb distracted driving, potentially saving lives, says Volvo NZ.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Feb 2019
Police making progress into Cryptopia breach
Crypto

Police making progress into Cryptopia breach

New Zealand Police are progressing well in their probe into the Cryptopia breach, aiming to uncover the origins of the stolen US$3-16 million in cryptocurrency.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
Updated: Chch crypto-exchange Cryptopia suffers breach
Crypto

Updated: Chch crypto-exchange Cryptopia suffers breach

Cryptopia has reportedly experienced a security breach that has taken the entire platform offline – and resulted in 'significant losses'.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 17th Jan 2019

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Unisys integrates security into Dell EMC Cyber Recovery
Disaster Recovery

Unisys integrates security into Dell EMC Cyber Recovery

Stealth 4.0 gives clients the ability to take immediate action to respond to security incidents, stopping attacks in progress.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2019
Australian citizens aren't sold on a data-powered economy
Data Analytics

Australian citizens aren't sold on a data-powered economy

Australians doubt the government's handling of data, with a poll revealing only 29.3% trust in its responsible use. Serious work needed to shift perceptions.

By Nigel Mendonca • 5 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2019
Study analyses drones' potential to be weapons of cyber attacks & terrorism
Drones

Study analyses drones' potential to be weapons of cyber attacks & terrorism

The biggest challenge, according to the research, is finding out what a drone's purpose is in a non-restricted area.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Apr 2019
Milestone: How video and IoT are finding their place in enterprise
Software-as-a-Service

Milestone: How video and IoT are finding their place in enterprise

Milestone Systems South Pacific country manager Jordan Cullis talks about three trends that will revolutionise the way video is viewed in 2019 and beyond.

By Jordan Cullis • 5 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2019
Kathmandu breached, customer information accessed
Breach Prevention

Kathmandu breached, customer information accessed

Kathmandu is notifying potentially affected customers directly and has advised them to change their passwords for its online loyalty programme.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Mar 2019
Vodafone Group picks up Kiwi domestic violence initiative
Vodafone

Vodafone Group picks up Kiwi domestic violence initiative

Vodafone New Zealand's extra 10 days of 'safe leave' for its employees has now been implemented in a total of 25 countries.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2019
Governments playing catch-up with the changing face of crime
AI Security

Governments playing catch-up with the changing face of crime

Webroot's Dan Slattery shares how cybercrime has changed in recent years - and why governments around the world are still far behind.

By Dan Slattery • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Mar 2019
Huawei to fight US allegations with their own lawsuit
Unified Communications

Huawei to fight US allegations with their own lawsuit

The lawyers are alleging that their client was detained, searched and interrogated for three hours in violation of constitutional rights.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Mar 2019
Uganda Police Force uses biometrics to catch criminals
Biometrics

Uganda Police Force uses biometrics to catch criminals

Police in Uganda are using biometric data and solutions to help them identify suspects and solve crimes in a more efficient way.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Feb 2019
Norwegian security firm thwarts state-sponsored attack by APT10
Malware

Norwegian security firm thwarts state-sponsored attack by APT10

Norwegian cybersecurity firm Visma, aided by Recorded Future and Rapid7, foils alleged cyberespionage attack by Chinese state-sponsored group APT10.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Feb 2019
How Fintech will impact Kiwi businesses in 2019
Fintech

How Fintech will impact Kiwi businesses in 2019

FintechNZ forecasts major fintech changes in 2019, impacting Kiwi businesses with financial unbundling, new investment platforms, and advancing wearable tech.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Feb 2019
IT security teams suffering an 'image problem'
Cybersecurity

IT security teams suffering an 'image problem'

Security professionals feel like they are perceived as 'policemen', and 13% say they experience negativity from colleagues all the time.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Feb 2019
Teens prove IoT device vulnerabilities by hacking them
Internet of Things

Teens prove IoT device vulnerabilities by hacking them

After two teens managed to hack hundreds of thousands of printers around the world, KYOCERA Document Solutions has some tips for businesses.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 1st Feb 2019

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