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InternetNZ says the Privacy Bill is a good start, but New Zealand can do better
Breach Prevention

InternetNZ says the Privacy Bill is a good start, but New Zealand can do better

InternetNZ calls for further improvements to New Zealand's Privacy Bill to ensure it is fit for the internet age.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018
NZ cryptocurrency retailer partners with NEM Foundation
Crypto

NZ cryptocurrency retailer partners with NEM Foundation

NEM Foundation was set up to promote the NEM blockchain technology globally with its recently launched US$40 million development fund.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Jun 2018
$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents
Malware

$2.9 million gone: Kiwis hit by more than 500 cybersecurity incidents

The first three months of 2018 were busier than ever for cybercriminals, who managed to steal $2.9 million from New Zealanders.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 30th May 2018
GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone
Malware

GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone

The Malware-Free Networks initiative was developed as part of the CORTEX initiative to build on malware detection capability provided by ISPs.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 28th May 2018
Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Budget 2018: NZ's cyber threat response gets $3.9m boost

The Government's Budget 2018 will inject an extra $3.9 million for New Zealand's Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) over the next four years.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 17th May 2018
Visa carves out security roadmap for consumer payment technologies
Biometrics

Visa carves out security roadmap for consumer payment technologies

The payments industry should now be almost ready to embrace the future of consumer technologies like biometrics, says Visa.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 15th May 2018
CERT NZ honoured to chair new Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network
Security Operations Centres

CERT NZ honoured to chair new Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network

CERT NZ says it is a 'huge honour' to be voted in as the Pacific Cyber Security Operational Network's inaugural chair.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018
Waikato Uni researcher travels to NATO's cybersecurity hub
Cybersecurity

Waikato Uni researcher travels to NATO's cybersecurity hub

University of Waikato lecturer examines NATO's approach to deterring cyber attacks, highlighting the need for international norms and cyber resilience.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 10th May 2018
Privacy Week interview: Aura Information Security's Peter Bailey
Data Protection

Privacy Week interview: Aura Information Security's Peter Bailey

I spoke to Aura's general manager Peter Bailey to get his take on Privacy Week, data security, and why privacy is everyone's responsibility.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018
Want to be NZ's first national CTO? You now have another shot
Chief Technology Officers

Want to be NZ's first national CTO? You now have another shot

The government is still on the hunt for the country's first chief technology officer after the first round of recruitment proved unsuccessful.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 9th May 2018
Privacy Week: 79% of Kiwis concerned about businesses that share their personal info
Data Protection

Privacy Week: 79% of Kiwis concerned about businesses that share their personal info

Those on a lower income of $55,000 or less were more likely to be concerned about privacy (77%) than those with higher incomes (63%).

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 7th May 2018
Victoria University of Wellington takes cybersecurity message to Samoa
EduTech

Victoria University of Wellington takes cybersecurity message to Samoa

Staff from Victoria University of Wellington's School of Engineering and Computer Science are currently in Samoa to spread cybersecurity awareness.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd May 2018
CERT NZ's Advisory Board extended for another six months
Trade Me

CERT NZ's Advisory Board extended for another six months

CERT NZ's Advisory Board will continue until 30 September 2018, with Minister Clare Curran praising its expertise in bolstering New Zealand's cybersecurity.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018
ANZ and IBM developing blockchain solution for insurance industry
Blockchain

ANZ and IBM developing blockchain solution for insurance industry

ANZ and IBM collaborate with Suncorp to develop blockchain solution to speed up payment reconciliation in insurance industry.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Apr 2018
Clare Curran targeted in Facebook impersonation; warns Kiwis to be vigilant
Facebook

Clare Curran targeted in Facebook impersonation; warns Kiwis to be vigilant

New Zealand Minister Clare Curran becomes a target of Facebook impersonation and urges Kiwis to report suspicious activity to CERT NZ and boost online security.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018
VIP Security first Kiwi partners to grab MOBOTIX Innovation Award
MOBOTIX

VIP Security first Kiwi partners to grab MOBOTIX Innovation Award

The Christchurch company took the award with an in-vehicle surveillance system developed specifically for a New Zealand bus company.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Apr 2018
CERT NZ issues security alert about Smart Install-enabled Cisco devices
Cisco

CERT NZ issues security alert about Smart Install-enabled Cisco devices

CERT NZ has issued a bulletin about a cyber attack campaign that is targeting Cisco devices that have enabled Smart Install (SMI).

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Apr 2018
CERT NZ partners with Orange Business Services on comprehensive threat intelligence
Threat intelligence

CERT NZ partners with Orange Business Services on comprehensive threat intelligence

CERT NZ and Orange Business Services collaborate in threat intelligence sharing to boost analysis of cyber threat data.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Apr 2018
Government moves to revitalize NZ's Cyber Security and Action Plan
Cybersecurity

Government moves to revitalize NZ's Cyber Security and Action Plan

New Zealand will overhaul its Cyber Security Strategy amid rising cyber threats, aiming to bolster national resilience and protect digital infrastructure.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 16th Apr 2018