The Ultimate Guide to Virtual Private Networks
A curated Kiwi edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
What to know about Virtual Private Networks
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have become essential tools in today's digital world, offering users enhanced privacy, security, and access to restricted content. Whether it's protecting data on public Wi-Fi, securing remote work connections, or circumventing censorship, VPNs help shield online activities from prying eyes and cyber threats.
Explore a wide range of stories covering VPN technology advancements, emerging security challenges, and practical guides on choosing and using VPNs effectively. Learn about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, from risks like data breaches and ransomware to innovations like Zero Trust Network Access and cloud VPN solutions. Whether you're concerned about personal online privacy or managing organizational network security, these insights highlight why VPNs remain crucial for safeguarding digital life.
Kiwi Virtual Private Networks News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Revolut launches Ultra premium plan in New Zealand
Consumers in New Zealand are being offered a new premium payments package as banks face tougher scrutiny over rewards and overseas spending costs.
Kordia unveils Secure Edge SASE to tackle tool sprawl
Kordia launches Secure Edge SASE, unifying networking and security to curb tool sprawl and support hybrid work with Fortinet-backed controls.
Simple steps to counter cyber threats
Nearly a quarter of New Zealand SMEs have already been hit by cyberattacks, with many still lacking basic defences against costly breaches.
NortonVPN unveils major update with fresh features & locations
NortonVPN updates its service with 37 new countries, Smart TV apps, and advanced privacy features like Double VPN and IP Rotation for enhanced security.
Remote working putting organisations at risk of ransomware
Poorly configured remote access systems are leaving Kiwi businesses exposed, with CERT NZ warning ransomware reports hit a quarterly high.
Simple ways to protect against cyberattacks
Remote workers and online shoppers in New Zealand are facing a surge in Covid-19-themed phishing, ransomware and malware attacks.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Virtual Private Networks
Featured News
Reviews
Expert Columns
SonicWall research sounds Code Red on healthcare cybersecurity as attack rates refuse to decline
Why service desks are emerging as a critical security weakness
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
Building security outcomes for small businesses: Why breaches persist despite available tools
Small alert, big defense: Inside a SOC's early-morning response
Why businesses need wired, wireless, and power-over-ethernet (PoE) firewalls
Upgrade advantage: Why security enhancements matter for MSPs and MSSPs
Watch out for these eight trends to impact cybersecurity teams in 2026
10 cybersecurity tips to survive Cyber Monday
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the network
Recent Virtual Private Networks News
Rules for managing remote workers
Working from home can trigger fresh obligations on contracts, safety, privacy and security, with employers footing extra costs.
Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information
Weak account settings and careless clicks can expose personal data, let criminals impersonate you and compromise linked services.
Keep security in check when doing your mobile banking
Mobile banking comes with risks, but knowledge is your best defence. NordVPN's Stephen Levine offers tips to keep your financial data secure.
Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information
Simple checks can stop account takeovers and phishing, from stronger passwords and two-factor authentication to encrypted connections and attachments.
Watch cat videos all day. Earn megabucks & outsource. A cautionary tale to employers?
A US employee paid a fifth of his salary to have his job 'outsourced' in China whilst he sat in the office watching Cat videos on reddit.
Beware the hacker
Road warriors beware: Hackers can easily capture your data when you connect to public Wi-Fi, risking your personal and business details.
Google links UNC6671 to cloud extortion brand shift
Google says the campaign is shifting towards financial and legal firms, with rebranded extortion sites still stealing cloud logins and tokens.
Attackers exploit trusted credentials in email fraud surge
Email fraud is now the top incident type, accounting for 45% of cases as attackers bypass multi-factor authentication with stolen credentials.
APT28-linked campaign hijacks hotel Wi-Fi for logins
Corporate travellers at hotels and conference centres were quietly sent to fake Microsoft 365 pages after attackers took over guest Wi-Fi gateways.
Firewalla App 1.69 adds AI threat analysis & phishing
Administrators gain phishing defences and AI alarm explanations as Firewalla folds more security controls into a single app update.
NCC Group reports ransomware rise as supply chain risks grow
Industrial firms remained the main target as global ransomware attacks climbed 3% in Q2, with North America still hardest hit.
ExpressVPN names Max Kaplan winner of Big Ad Contest
More than 20,000 entries fuelled a creator-led AI ad push as the winning spot now appears on Times Square screens.
WatchGuard warns of shadow AI & weak security habits
Persistent gaps in basic cyber hygiene are leaving small businesses exposed, with most staff reusing passwords and many using unauthorised AI tools.
Financial services faces most cyberattacks per device
Legacy systems and slow patching are leaving banks exposed, with financial services hit by more than double the average cyberattacks per device.
Google details three uses for Cloud Router route policies
The controls are helping network teams filter routes, steer traffic and preserve appliance state without third-party virtual networking tools.
ExpressVPN adds 214 locations across 113 countries
Users now have more local routing choices as ExpressVPN widens its app-selectable network to 214 locations in 113 countries.
Google disrupts NetNut proxy network in FBI operation
Millions of consumer devices were pulled into a botnet used for hacking and espionage, prompting Google to disable apps and accounts.
CyberFOX buys Timus Networks to expand SASE platform
The deal gives CyberFOX customers a single supplier for secure remote access, as demand grows for simpler alternatives to traditional VPNs.
Symmatrics launches VPN to cut credential cyberattacks
Organisations with remote staff may gain tighter access controls, as the new network aims to curb stolen-credential breaches without redesigning systems.
Planet VPN urges caution over free cybersecurity tools
Users could expose browsing and chatbot data if they trust free security software that quietly monetises information, Planet VPN said.