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From cryptographic debt to boardroom accountability: A CEO's blueprint for post-quantum resilience
Data Protection

From cryptographic debt to boardroom accountability: A CEO's blueprint for post-quantum resilience

Quantum theft could expose sensitive records years from now, turning today's encrypted files into a board-level liability for Kiwi firms.

By Marty Bennett • 4 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2026

Global Stories

Opinion stories

Yahoo Boys, a persistent menace and one of the longest running online crime cultures
Email Security

Yahoo Boys, a persistent menace and one of the longest running online crime cultures

Yahoo Boys have evolved from email fraud into an AI-enabled cybercrime subculture, using deepfakes, sextortion and social media to target victims worldwide.

By Laura Kankaala • 8 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2026
A strategic blueprint for governing AI-enabled software development
Data Protection

A strategic blueprint for governing AI-enabled software development

Security risks are rising as AI coding tools become routine, leaving many firms unable to track how machine-generated code reaches production.

By Pieter Danhieux • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
FIFA World Cup: Can sports bodies win fans with data?
Customer Relationship Management

FIFA World Cup: Can sports bodies win fans with data?

Disjointed ticketing, commerce and app data are making it harder for clubs to spot churn, target offers and boost matchday revenue.

By Billy Loizou • 6 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
FIFA World Cup fever: How to build lasting fan loyalty with event tech
Customer Relationship Management

FIFA World Cup fever: How to build lasting fan loyalty with event tech

Disconnected ticketing and membership systems are leaving clubs and tournaments with patchy fan data, weakening loyalty and repeat attendance.

By Louis Rogers • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Opinion stories

The Hidden Cost of Bad Contact Data for Australian Finance Teams
Customer Relationship Management

The Hidden Cost of Bad Contact Data for Australian Finance Teams

Bad contact data is costing large Australian organisations hundreds of thousands of dollars a year through delayed payments, fraud risk and wasted spend.

By Edmund Ng • 5 min read • Tue, 7th Jul 2026
The Fable 5 ban lesson is to diversify
Data Protection

The Fable 5 ban lesson is to diversify

Australian firms learned the hard way that relying on one AI model can halt operations, as cheaper open alternatives now make diversification practical.

By Andrew Lai • 5 min read • Mon, 6th Jul 2026
The engineering of robotic pool cleaners: a technical breakdown of the Dolphin M600
Internet of Things

The engineering of robotic pool cleaners: a technical breakdown of the Dolphin M600

By reducing pump load and chemical demand, robotic cleaners like the Dolphin M600 are reshaping how backyard pools are maintained.

By Lovan • 5 min read • Sat, 4th Jul 2026
Cyber risk is no longer an IT issue, it's a leadership issue
Data Protection

Cyber risk is no longer an IT issue, it's a leadership issue

Almost half of Irish businesses faced at least one cyber attack last year, exposing hidden costs that can hit operations, cash flow and trust.

By Richard O ‘Dwyer • 4 min read • Sat, 4th Jul 2026
The tech behind the wellness boom: how LED science became a business category
Wearables

The tech behind the wellness boom: how LED science became a business category

Expensive recovery studios are turning red light therapy into a mainstream wellness service, as cheap LEDs reshape the market.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2026
What happens when decades of domain infrastructure meet AI deployment tooling
Software-as-a-Service

What happens when decades of domain infrastructure meet AI deployment tooling

AI tools are letting small operators turn long-held domains into working products, shifting advantage towards those with real search history.

By Colin Hamilton • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2026
What does 'winning with Webex' mean for partners?
Software-as-a-Service

What does 'winning with Webex' mean for partners?

Partners are already seeing stronger pipeline conversion and margins as Webex turns existing bases into a simpler route to growth.

By Will Morey • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
How channel partners can capitalise on the key trends affecting the physical security sector in FY2027
Smart Cities

How channel partners can capitalise on the key trends affecting the physical security sector in FY2027

Rising risk and cost pressures are driving demand for cloud-managed, unified security systems as councils and energy firms seek simpler protection.

By Djeffri Setiawan • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
We'll get up at 4am for the Socceroos, cyber-criminals are counting on it
Data Protection

We'll get up at 4am for the Socceroos, cyber-criminals are counting on it

Public Wi-Fi, reused passwords and distracted fans are leaving travelling Australians open to cyber-attacks during World Cup nights abroad.

By Zac Eller • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
Why SMS authentication is exposing mortgage lenders to avoidable risk
Network Security

Why SMS authentication is exposing mortgage lenders to avoidable risk

Mortgage brokers face mounting breach and fraud risks as attackers exploit SMS codes to reach high-value client data, experts warn.

By Geoff Schomburgk • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
The hidden costs of in-house Google Ads management
Marketing Technologies

The hidden costs of in-house Google Ads management

In-house teams often miss hidden salary, tooling and efficiency costs that can wipe out the savings from ditching agency retainers.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026
Bospar survey finds Americans confused about AI & brands
Generative AI

Bospar survey finds Americans confused about AI & brands

Americans largely misunderstand how chatbots source brand answers, leaving companies at risk of being invisible in AI search results.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2026