IT Brief New Zealand - Technology news for CIOs & IT decision-makers

John Key stories - Page 2

Story image
Hands up if you're telling the truth...?!
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
#
cybersecurity
#
privacy
#
gcsb
Laila Harré challenges PM's credibility on GCSB surveillance, following Snowden's claims of spying on New Zealanders.
Story image
Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
#
gaming
#
technology gifts
#
privacy
PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.
Story image
Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
#
government
#
gcsb
Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.
Story image
The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
#
government
#
privacy
#
green party
Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.
Story image
Dotcom: “We’ll close one of the Five Eyes…”
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
#
cybersecurity
#
government
#
privacy
Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom’s ‘Moment of Truth’ event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.
Story image
'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
#
privacy
#
gcsb
#
government
PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.
Story image
Can Key rule out that GCSB is sharing NZ’s data?
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
#
green party
#
gcsb
#
spying
New evidence suggests that New Zealand's GCSB is sharing metadata with the NSA, contradicting government claims. #surveillance #privacy.
Story image
National 'finally wakes up' to rural broadband issues
Wed, 27th Aug 2014
#
broadband
#
internet
#
government
New Zealand's new $150m rural broadband fund must be truly contestable and not a slush fund for large telcos, warns Labour ICT spokesperson Clare Curran.
Story image
Govt reveals $150m rural broadband boost
Wed, 27th Aug 2014
#
broadband
#
internet
#
government
National announces a £150m plan to boost rural broadband, aiming to expand access and improve connectivity outside urban areas.
Story image
Internet Party removes ‘f*** you John Key’ ad
Tue, 19th Aug 2014
#
internet party
Internet MANA removes controversial video featuring audience members chanting obscenities towards Prime Minister after complaint to ASA.
Story image
IT path opens as Microsoft NZ pledges million-dollar Tech Youth investment
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
#
microsoft
#
government
#
ict
Microsoft NZ pledges $1m to High Tech Youth, aiming to bridge the IT gap for underserved Kiwi youth, boosting skills and career pathways.
Story image
Key must 'come clean' on NSA / GCSB fibre optic cable interception
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
#
government
#
fibre
#
green party
Green Party calls on PM John Key to explain discussions about a US interception site on New Zealand's fibre optic cable.
Story image
Harré heads to Helensville to hassle Key on Internet economy
Thu, 31st Jul 2014
#
internet
#
government
#
internet party
Internet Party Leader Laila Harré takes on Prime Minister John Key in his own electorate, demanding answers on his stance on technology.
Story image
Should Coleman come clean over FBI Dotcom briefing?
Mon, 28th Jul 2014
#
government
#
fbi
Former Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman called upon to reveal when he was informed of FBI investigation into Kim Dotcom.
Story image
Will Kiwis ever get justice over spying saga?
Tue, 22nd Jul 2014
#
government
#
green party
#
gcsb
Green Party claims New Zealanders spied on by Government will never get justice after Police found not negligent.
Story image
Is Key's credibility on the line over Dotcom case?
Thu, 17th Jul 2014
#
government
#
labour
#
ndi
Does Prime Minister John Key need to front up to New Zealanders about the increasingly murky process surrounding Kim Dotcom's residency?.
Story image
Govt needs to explain Dotcom 'political pressure'
Tue, 15th Jul 2014
#
government
#
ndi
Prime Minister John Key urged to explain political pressure on Kim Dotcom's residency application. Opposition claims National government interfering.
Story image
Big-mouth Key plays 'fast and loose' with NZ security... again
Fri, 4th Jul 2014
#
cybersecurity
#
government
#
privacy
John Key accused of disregarding official advice on security threat speculation, says Labour spokesperson. #NewZealand #Politics.
Story image
Internet Party slams the spy who doesn't love Kiwis...
Thu, 3rd Jul 2014
#
government
#
privacy
#
gcsb
A damning report into New Zealand's intelligence services highlights their dysfunction and the need for an overhaul.
Story image
US spying: Who do you believe? Snowden or Key?
Mon, 23rd Jun 2014
#
government
#
green party
#
ndi
NZers trust Snowden over Key on US spying claims, a poll suggests, amid government evasion on NSA's Kiwi surveillance.
Story image
Labour demands 'straight answers' on security
Thu, 22nd May 2014
#
government
#
gcsb
#
labour
Labour Leader David Cunliffe demands clarity from New Zealand PM John Key over alleged half-truths and knowledge of intelligence operations.
Story image
Greens: Key needs to front on what NZ spies are up to
Mon, 19th May 2014
#
cybersecurity
#
government
#
privacy
Prime Minister John Key has questions to answer following the latest Edward Snowden leaks detailing New Zealand's involvement in the Five-Eyes spying network.
Story image
Whangarei becomes NZ’s first fully-fibred city
Sat, 10th May 2014
#
broadband
#
government
#
ufb
Whangarei leads as NZ's first city with complete fibre connectivity under the government's Ultra-Fast Broadband initiative, offering vast benefits.
Story image
Key launches mental health e-therapy for young Kiwis
Tue, 29th Apr 2014
#
gaming
#
technology gifts
#
internet
Prime Minister John Key has launched SPARX, an online game-style tool to help young people develop skills to deal with feeling down, depressed or stressed.