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Report finds GCSB in compliance with NZ rights

For the fourth consecutive year, the GCSB has been found in compliance with New Zealand's legal and human rights standards, reports the Inspector-General.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Dec 2018

Digital Entertainment

Countdown begins for Nethui 2012

Last year's event was a sell-out; register now to have your say on topics like the digital divide, copyright, and making the most of online opportunities.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 20th Mar 2012

UN: Forced 'net disconnection violates civil rights

A UN report on the right to freedom of expression calls the denial of internet service a violation of civil rights.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Fri, 20th May 2011

Global Stories

Human rights stories

Edge Computing

Vertiv's 2023 report shows strides in sustainability efforts

Vertiv's 2023 Responsible Business Report unveils the “One Vertiv, One World” plan, detailing strides in environmental impact and governance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Unified Communications

SAP unveils AI innovations, collabs with Google and Meta

SAP unveils AI-driven innovations and announces collaborations with Google, Meta, and others to transform business operations.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Supply Chain

Zyxel Networks among top 5% in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024

Zyxel Networks lauded among top 5% in S&P Global's Sustainability Yearbook 2024, affirming its leading position in robust ESG practices and commitment to net-zero emissions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Apr 2024

Data Protection

i-PRO champions ethical AI practices in physical security domain

i-PRO emphasises its commitment to ethical practices in the physical security sector, seeking to harmonise AI progression with societal responsibility.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 8th Apr 2024

Dicker Data

HP Inc reveals winners of annual HP Partner Awards 2023

HP Inc celebrated top-performing partners in its annual awards, honouring industry contribution and sustainable impact.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Nov 2023

Wearables

Cisco unveils AI-powered enhancements for Webex in bid to strengthen hybrid work

Cisco's WebexOne event revealed significant enhancements to its Webex software powered by AI, improving user productivity, experience, and preventing burnout.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2023

EduTech

Yubico Announces Exciting Leadership Changes

Yubico announces leadership changes: co-founder Stina Ehresnvard becomes Chief Evangelist and Mattias Danielsson takes over as CEO. #cybersecurity.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Feb 2023

Online Safety

First Europe organisation to defend rights online forms

A first-of-its-kind European organisation has formed in the Hague to defend human rights online, providing legal and technical assistance to victims.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2023

Artificial Intelligence

Australia's first ethical AI advisory opens its doors

The Ethical AI Advisory aims to support public and private companies in their quest to develop ethical approaches to AI design and deployment.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 24th Apr 2020

Hyperscale

Metadata retention laws “abused” by enforcement agencies

The PJCIS, Human Right Law Centre, Digital Rights Watch and Access Now are calling for the repeal or amendment of the controversial laws.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Feb 2020

Data Analytics

Salesforce accused of sex trafficking in lawsuit by 50 women

The 50 'Jane Does' allege that Salesforce built customised services for the web forum Backpage while publicly boasting about fighting sex trafficking.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Mar 2019

EduTech

Apple says it's 'protecting the planet's resources'

Apple says it's 'protecting the planet's resources' and expanding educational opportunities for workers who assemble Apple products.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Mar 2019

Data Analytics

Human rights groups call for speakers to boycott Salesforce conference

A number of human rights groups are rallying for a number of major speakers to pull out of Salesforce's upcoming Dreamforce conference.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Sep 2018

Data Analytics

Ministry of Social Development: Is it right to use data just because there's access to it?

New framework introduced by Minister for Social Development in New Zealand to ensure privacy and human rights are considered in government initiatives.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018