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CERT NZ: Kiwis have lost $1.9m from cyber incidents since April
Malware

CERT NZ: Kiwis have lost $1.9m from cyber incidents since April

Cyber attackers have been successful in causing more than $1.9 million in losses for New Zealanders since April 2017 and $1.18 million was from Q3.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Dec 2017
Rocket Lab announces second test launch window on Mahia Peninsula
Space

Rocket Lab announces second test launch window on Mahia Peninsula

Still Testing is the second of three test launches planned from Launch Complex 1 ahead of commercial operations.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Mon, 4th Dec 2017
NZ Internet Task Force signs on for Cyber Smart Week 2017
New Zealand Internet Task Force

NZ Internet Task Force signs on for Cyber Smart Week 2017

Cyber Smart Week is fast approaching and now the New Zealand Internet Task Force (NZITF) has signed up as an official partner.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Nov 2017
From shoplifting to Pushpay: How to install a 'just culture' in your workplace
DevOps

From shoplifting to Pushpay: How to install a 'just culture' in your workplace

Pushpay promotes a 'just culture' that encourages accountability and learning without fear of repercussions, says senior engineer Marcus Bristol.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Nov 2017

Global Stories

Police stories

NetMotion expands into ANZ with new country manager
Wireless Networks

NetMotion expands into ANZ with new country manager

NetMotion enters ANZ markets by appointing Daniel Pratt as country manager, aiming to enhance mobile performance and analytics solutions across the region.

By Patrick Martlew • 2 min read • Wed, 17th Jan 2018
Australian Federal Police look for tech solution to help users submit digital evidence
Physical Security

Australian Federal Police look for tech solution to help users submit digital evidence

The Australian Federal Police is seeking support for a new initiative allowing citizens to report security incidents using technology.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jan 2018
Calling all tech companies - The AFP are on the hunt for a new partnership
Digital Entertainment

Calling all tech companies - The AFP are on the hunt for a new partnership

Australia's Federal Police is calling on the technology industry to help improve public reporting capabilities.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Jan 2018
MuleSoft's integration platform approved and endorsed by Aus Govt
Partner Programmes

MuleSoft's integration platform approved and endorsed by Aus Govt

By taking an API-led approach, government agencies are able to put data at the centre of their missions and innovate rapidly, without losing security.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2017
Industry players weigh in on Sky TV's move to block websites
Digital Entertainment

Industry players weigh in on Sky TV's move to block websites

Sky TV takes legal action to block certain websites in New Zealand, prompting backlash from ISPs and InternetNZ.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Nov 2017
NCSC reveals unclassified look into New Zealand's cyber threat landscape
National Cyber Security Centre

NCSC reveals unclassified look into New Zealand's cyber threat landscape

The NCSC released its 2016/2017 Cyber Threat Report last week, which reveals that there were 396 cyber incidents this year - 58 more than last year.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 29th Nov 2017
The horror continues in The Evil Within 2
Gaming

The horror continues in The Evil Within 2

The Evil Within 2 refines its horror, enticing fans of both Resident Evil and the original with enhanced, accessible play.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Nov 2017
Police say everyone in UK has been hacked – Expert says not quite
Data Privacy

Police say everyone in UK has been hacked – Expert says not quite

UK's Police representatives have revealed virtually everyone in the country has been hacked, however, High-Tech Bridge's CEO disagrees.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2017
Kim Dotcom film up for best documentary at Asia-Pacific Screen Awards
Film

Kim Dotcom film up for best documentary at Asia-Pacific Screen Awards

A film about entrepreneur and former MegaUpload founder Kim Dotcom is up for best documentary at this year's Asia-Pacific Screen Awards.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Nov 2017
Lessons learned from the latest ransomware attacks - there's more to come
Malware

Lessons learned from the latest ransomware attacks - there's more to come

According to Europol, Europe needs to prepare itself for a large increase in the number of cyber-attacks - an expert discusses what lies ahead.

By Ashton Young • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Nov 2017
CASE STUDY: War on ransomware marching forward with Europol coalition
Malware

CASE STUDY: War on ransomware marching forward with Europol coalition

Authorities estimated global losses from ransomware in 2016 to be more than $200 billion - this coalition was formed to address this.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Nov 2017
Hands-on Review: Assassin's Creed Origins takes us to Egypt
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Assassin's Creed Origins takes us to Egypt

It's been ten years since Ubisoft introduced us to the first Assassin's Creed. The series now heads to Egypt with Assassin's Creed Origins.

By Damian Seeto • 5 min read • Fri, 3rd Nov 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Police stories

NEC Australia says advanced recognition systems will protect citizens
Digital Signage

NEC Australia says advanced recognition systems will protect citizens

NEC Australia champions recognition tech to boost citizen safety, merging AI with data analytics for public and cybersecurity.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2017