Acalvio launches AI deception guardrails for agents
about 24 hours agoSecurity teams may get earlier warning of hijacked AI agents as fake credentials and decoy tools are planted to expose misuse.
Kiwi stories
EY New Zealand names 16 finalists for entrepreneur award
The shortlist spans software, biotech and retail, highlighting the breadth of New Zealand firms vying for EY's 2026 entrepreneur prize.
QuizFlight adds knowledge tags to security training
Security teams can now pinpoint training gaps by topic as QuizFlight's tagging system measures understanding, not just course completion.
Eftpos NZ launches biometric Victa terminals in rollout
Retailers could soon use terminals for age checks and identity verification, as New Zealand gets an early taste of Verifone's biometric rollout.
New Zealanders worry about AI's environmental impact
A growing share of consumers want businesses to prove AI is powered responsibly, with younger New Zealanders most worried about its environmental costs.
New Zealand parents worry kids can't spot AI fakes
Many parents are unsure their children can tell AI-generated fakes from real content, with concerns also rising over grooming and sextortion.
HP launches keyboard PC for compact business desks
Organisations seeking tidier shared desks may adopt a keyboard-integrated PC that supports four 4K displays and local AI tasks.
New AI era defined by agents, rising costs and maturity gaps
Enterprises face higher AI bills and governance gaps as only 17 per cent have reached high maturity, Gartner says.
Editor Interviews
Conversations with technology leaders, founders and operators.
Check Point CTO on AI's double-edged sword
AI is shrinking the gap between vulnerability disclosure and real-world exploitation to hours, forcing security teams to adapt fast.
Last week
SonicWall boosts endpoint security for SMBs and mid-market
SMBs and mid-market firms facing AI-driven attacks are set for tighter device controls as SonicWall prepares a new endpoint security product.
Last month
Resilience over prevention as AI reshapes security landscape
Rising ransomware speed is pushing ANZ firms to increase spending on recovery strategies as AI gives attackers new ways in.
Last month
Check Point: Be the best, or get out the way
Rising AI-driven attacks are compel security buyers to cut vendor sprawl, though Check Point warns over-consolidation can still raise risk.
Last month
Expert Opinions
More opinions →
SonicWall joins Anthropic's Project Glasswing to find flaws
Defensive teams are racing to match attackers using AI to find flaws and weaponise exploits within hours of disclosure.
1 day ago
Fraud prevention for hospitality leaders: Tackling hotel booking fraud
Earlier checks on contact details could curb fake reservations, cut chargebacks and free hotel staff before rooms are wrongly blocked.
3 days ago
Managing your supplier risk isn't a deadline. It's about your resilience
Firms that treat DORA as a box-ticking exercise risk leaving critical supplier gaps that could hit operations, data and continuity.
3 days ago
Crypto's biggest success may be making itself invisible
5 days ago
BNPL Fraud in Australia: Why new rules make data quality critical
5 days ago
Which New Zealand companies are most likely to be targeted by ...
6 days ago
Why a heartbreaking post in your feed deserves a second look ...
10 days ago
Latest News
More news →
Cinchy joins AI Partnerships to boost AI governance
Enterprise buyers are demanding tighter controls as AI tools move into live systems, with governance now central to deployment decisions.
Reco named OpenAI Select Partner amid AI security concerns
Enterprise security teams face fresh oversight burdens as Reco joins OpenAI's partner network to monitor agent access and permissions.
Stealthium & Tenstorrent add AI runtime visibility
Enterprises running AI on specialised hardware could gain better control and security as the firms target a visibility gap in runtime operations.
Discern Security raises USD $13 million in Series A
Funding will help the Sunnyvale cybersecurity firm expand its platform as businesses struggle to turn overflowing alerts into faster remediation.
Our Editorial Team
Every story is shaped by real people: journalists, editors and contributors.
Donovan Jackson
Interview Editor
Fascinated by the technology industry after a visit to a Computer Faire in 1998, Donovan Jackson first worked as a public relations consultant for enterprise software and hardware distribution companies in 2000, then as a journalist for IDG-affiliated channel and trade publications, and as a producer of commercial content as an agency owner through the 2000s and 2010s. He has served as ITBrief editor in the last days of the printed magazine, and has a long association with TechDay as a contributor to special projects. Donovan has wide interests spanning technology, philosophy, bicycles, literature, psychology, motorcycles, travel, geography, history, general knowledge, and various combinations of these and other subjects.
Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas
Reviewer
With a background in media, JP is the definition of a tech nerd. After a stint as a journo, he's moved on to marketing but in his spare time, he still loves deep-diving into the best of tech, games, and films. You can chat to JP about anything from the latest console releases to supercomputer teraFLOPs and he'll be sure to have an opinion.
Jake MacAndrew
Interview Editor
Jake MacAndrew started off writing breaking news hits in his early days as a journalist. Since those late nights on the pulse for local breakthroughs, he has written stories on many topics, from cybersecurity education in Ukraine to the investment potential of fine wines. With each story Jake writes, no matter the topic, in-depth and accurate reporting is key. Previously living in Edinburgh, he's back in his hometown of Toronto.
Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin
News Editor
A passionate gamer with a strong love for manga, webtoons, and binge-worthy series. With one year of professional experience in editing and publishing, bringing a sharp editorial eye and a deep appreciation for storytelling, focusing on creating and refining content that connects with modern audiences.
%201.webp)
Karen Joy Bacudo
Finance Editor
Karen wears two hats with us, balancing her role as an editor while assisting with our finances and accounting. This means she has her finger on the pulse whether its writing content or reconciling numbers. On both sides she brings the same level of accuracy and precision.
Mark Tarre
News Chief
Mark Tarre is the News Chief at TechDay, where he leads newsroom operations across the global network and oversees the accuracy, quality, and relevance of technology news coverage. A journalist and PR writer with nearly a decade of experience, he has worked across newsrooms, public relations, and digital publishing. He holds a degree in journalism.
Analyst Insights
Industry research and analysis from leading firms.
Bedrock Data launches AI agent data loss prevention
Many AI agents can already reach far more sensitive corporate data than staff, prompting Bedrock Data to add real-time access controls.
Yesterday
Celonis named Gartner leader in digital twin market
The ranking bolsters Celonis's push into enterprise AI, with Gartner placing it highest for ability to execute in digital twin platforms.
2 days ago
Enterprise AI deployments slowed by security reviews
Security checks are delaying most AI projects for weeks or months, with many firms deploying watered-down systems to get them live.
3 days ago
Contrast launches CVE Shield to block exploit attacks
The tool aims to give security teams breathing room as AI systems can now churn out working exploits faster than patch cycles can react.
3 days ago