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Cyber Risk stories - Page 11

Cornelius

Productivity gains from AI will stall unless New Zealand fixes its security foundations

Mon, 8th Dec 2025
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New Zealand's AI productivity promise will falter unless firms simplify systems, curb shadow AI and strengthen cybersecurity foundations.
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DivisionHex launches new framework to streamline exposure management

Sat, 6th Dec 2025
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DivisionHex launches a new framework leveraging Tenable One to help firms prioritise cyber exposure risks and improve security defence strategies.
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Panaseer launches AI-powered suite to boost cybersecurity clarity

Fri, 5th Dec 2025
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Panaseer launches IQ Suite, an AI-powered tool that helps security teams swiftly interpret cybersecurity data and focus on high-impact risk reduction.
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Kroll partners with CrowdStrike to boost global MDR protection

Wed, 3rd Dec 2025
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Kroll and CrowdStrike partner to enhance global MDR services, migrating 500,000+ endpoints to AI-driven Falcon platform for faster cyber threat response.
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New Zealand urged to boost cyber security as threats diversify

Tue, 2nd Dec 2025
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New Zealand organisations face growing cyber threats from state actors and criminals, urged to strengthen defences as attacks target all sizes and sectors.
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CISOs face AI, deep-fakes & regulatory minefield in 2026

Fri, 28th Nov 2025
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In 2026, CISOs will confront growing AI risks, deep-fakes, geopolitical threats, and tougher regulations, demanding new strategies for business resilience.
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Cloud security advances as ageing credentials put firms at risk

Wed, 26th Nov 2025
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Organisations in Australia and New Zealand are boosting cloud security amid rising risks from long-lived credentials, says Datadog's 2025 State of Cloud Security report.
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Wipro Ventures backs SquareX to boost enterprise browser security

Tue, 25th Nov 2025
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Wipro Ventures invests in SquareX to enhance browser security, addressing rising cyber threats with innovative detection and response technology.
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Identity security now vital for affordable cyber insurance cover

Mon, 24th Nov 2025
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Identity security is now crucial for organisations to secure affordable cyber insurance, with 97% seeing its impact on premiums or coverage in the past year.
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How organisations can protect themselves from third-party security risks

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Organisations risk security breaches not just from hacks, but from poor third-party access management, causing trust and efficiency to erode over time.
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APAC surge in agentic AI adoption sparks new cyber risks focus

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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Asia-Pacific firms are rapidly adopting autonomous AI agents, raising new cybersecurity risks linked to managing AI system identities and access permissions.
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SAFE acquires Balbix to launch unified AI cyber risk platform

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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SAFE has acquired Balbix to launch a unified AI cyber risk platform, linking vulnerabilities and business impact for real-time risk management.
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UpGuard launches User Risk tool to tackle employee cyber threats

Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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UpGuard unveils User Risk, a new tool that helps organisations spot and manage employee-driven cyber threats through AI-powered insights and real-time alerts.
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FM doubles resilience credit to USD $825m, broadens support scope

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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FM has doubled its resilience credit to USD $825m, expanding support to operational and climate risks and launching a new unit for integrated risk management.
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Healthcare faces highest cyber risks as Windows 10 hits EOL

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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With 42% of healthcare systems running unsupported Windows 10, cyber risks surge as enterprises grapple with post-EOL security challenges.
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Hidden cyberattacks & ransom threats rising for NZ businesses

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Most cyberattacks on New Zealand businesses go unreported, with NSP warning ransom payments are more common than widely known, exposing firms to hidden risks.
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AI plus cyber security: The double-edged sword

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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AI is boosting cybercrime in Australia, with frauds mimicking government sites and cloning messages to steal funds amid rapid, unregulated adoption by businesses.
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Black Kite unveils AI agent to automate 3rd-party cyber risk

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Black Kite launches AI Agent to automate third-party cyber risk investigation, reporting and decision-making, boosting efficiency for security teams worldwide.
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AI-driven agents spark new identity crisis for cyber security

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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AI-driven agents now outnumber humans 82 to 1 in firms, escalating identity attacks as 90% of business leaders deem them their top cyber threat.
Aryaka

Time to converge networks, security and AI to beat the CISO blues

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Enterprises must converge networking, security and AI into one platform for true visibility, protection and control in the evolving digital landscape.