Risk assessment Stories

Kiwi Stories

Risk assessment stories

Managed retreat on the cards for long-term storm recovery on East Cape

Some East Cape families may be forced to leave their homes after storm damage left experts warning that relocation is now a long-term option.

By Imogen Brophy • 5 min read • Today

Construction

Aetheric launches thunderstorm warning system in NZ

Outdoor employers may get a clearer stop-work trigger, as the new system uses site-based sensors to warn before lightning strikes.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month

Data Protection

New Zealand cyber agency warns AI is reshaping threats

Boards are being urged to beef up defences as AI tools may soon help criminals automate attacks and target New Zealand organisations more precisely.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month

Global Stories

Risk assessment stories

Artificial Intelligence

Guidewire to buy hyperexponential for USD $1.7 billion

The purchase will expand Guidewire's reach in commercial underwriting software and could lift fiscal 2027 annual recurring revenue growth by at least 650 basis points.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 2 days ago

Malware

What Is Shadow AI and What Does It Mean for Your Organisation?

Gartner says 69% of organisations suspect staff are using banned AI tools, raising the risk of security or compliance incidents by 2030.

By Nish Sudhakaran • 7 min read • Last week

Payment Technologies

AI agents force payments industry to verify intent

Banks and card networks may need new checks as software agents start buying on customers' behalf, blurring fraud and consent.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month

Cloud Security

Forcepoint & BeyondTrust link identity risk to data

It lets security teams cut off a risky identity's access to sensitive records without disrupting other users or broader systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • This month

Customer Relationship Management

How to Choose the Right Email Verification API: A Buyer's Guide

Bad email data can quietly damage deliverability, campaign reporting and revenue unless businesses pick an API that fits their workflows.

By Bobby Joseph • 6 min read • This month

Software-as-a-Service

Drata launches standalone third-party risk tool for vendors

The standalone release aims to cut manual vendor checks as firms face faster AI adoption and increasingly complex supplier risk.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month

Stories from Other Regions

Risk assessment stories

Aviation safety

Pet Health Digest warns owners to rethink pet flights

Incident data show nine animal mishaps in 2025, prompting vets to urge owners to weigh route, health and cabin versus cargo before booking flights.

By Mara Sugue • 5 min read • Today

Construction

SafetyStack unveils free floor-laying risk template

UK trade firms can inspect a floor-laying template before downloading, as SafetyStack makes the editable document free and public without registration.

By Mara Sugue • 3 min read • Yesterday