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Don't rebuild it, protect it: Safeguard your company against cyber attacks
Supply Chain

Don't rebuild it, protect it: Safeguard your company against cyber attacks

The very bones of your organisation is at risk; IP, loss of sensitive data, reputation, and the efficient daily running of your business.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
Cryptocurrency could spur significant developments in NZ property law
Crypto

Cryptocurrency could spur significant developments in NZ property law

The treatment of 'intangible property' is an area ripe for clarification, and cryptocurrency may well give rise to the case to test the boundaries.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 8th May 2017
UPDATED: Duo adds McAfee to security portfolio in exclusive NZ deal
Cloud Access Security Broker

UPDATED: Duo adds McAfee to security portfolio in exclusive NZ deal

Duo's Kendra Ross outlines the opportunities for resellers in the wake of the distributor's exclusive distribution deal with McAfee.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 4th May 2017
Visiting cybercrime expert says the deep web can benefit NZ businesses
Fintech

Visiting cybercrime expert says the deep web can benefit NZ businesses

Believe it or not, the deep web can actually benefit New Zealand businesses, according to visiting cybercrime expert Dr Stephen Hill.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2017
Exclusive: NSP taking LogRhythm SIEM to SMB market with security-as-a-service offering
Security Information and Event Management

Exclusive: NSP taking LogRhythm SIEM to SMB market with security-as-a-service offering

Network and system integrator NSP is gearing up to launch a new security-as-a-service offering, which takes LogRhythm's SIEM to the SMB market.

By Heather Wright • 5 min read • Wed, 26th Apr 2017
MPA inks distie deal with Imperva; brings local support into play
Breach Prevention

MPA inks distie deal with Imperva; brings local support into play

MPA has signed to distribute and support Imperva's Incapsula and Securesphere security offerings, providing the first local support for the vendor.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Mon, 24th Apr 2017
New Zealand Internet Task Force welcomes new CERT security team
New Zealand Internet Task Force

New Zealand Internet Task Force welcomes new CERT security team

The New Zealand Internet Task Force (NZITF) has welcomed New Zealand's new Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT) with open arms.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Apr 2017
A triumph for cyber security: New Zealand's CERT team has finally been launched
Cybersecurity

A triumph for cyber security: New Zealand's CERT team has finally been launched

New Zealand escalates cyber defence with the launch of CERT NZ, a pinnacle move in safeguarding against digital threats.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Apr 2017
IT teams and management at odds over security policies, survey finds
Cybersecurity

IT teams and management at odds over security policies, survey finds

Many executives and IT staff agree amongst themselves about how to approach cybersecurity, a new study by Perceptive on behalf of Kordia has found.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 10th Apr 2017
Cylance puts security solutions to the ransomware test at Auckland roadshow
Malware

Cylance puts security solutions to the ransomware test at Auckland roadshow

Cylance addresses crowd at Roadshow, highlighting machine learning's role in protecting against malware attacks.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 7th Apr 2017
New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy
Government Communications Security Bureau

New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy

A new book by Massey University Press delves into the state of cyber security in New Zealand and aims to encourage discussion on the topic.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017
Business continuity planning – Bah humbug!
Disaster Recovery

Business continuity planning – Bah humbug!

Once upon a time that kind of thinking was acceptable, but things are changing rapidly and that approach is now reckless at best - here's a solution.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017
CROW rallies Kiwi students as the NZ Cyber Security Challenge gets closer
Education, Learning & Training

CROW rallies Kiwi students as the NZ Cyber Security Challenge gets closer

The New Zealand Cyber Security Challenge aims to engage students and promote a career in cybersecurity, with unfilled jobs set to reach 1.5 million by 2019.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 31st Mar 2017
New Bitcoin trading platform brings investment to 'everyday New Zealanders'
Crypto

New Bitcoin trading platform brings investment to 'everyday New Zealanders'

New Zealanders can now trade Bitcoin safely and easily on BitPrime, the country's first locally owned platform.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Mar 2017
NZTech working closely with Govt on Cyber Security Strategy
NZTech

NZTech working closely with Govt on Cyber Security Strategy

NZTech applauds Govt focus on critical Cyber Security Strategy as global threats rise, seeking to protect NZ's growing digital economy.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2017
Kordia transforms New Zealand's security space with Cyber Security by Kordia
Kordia

Kordia transforms New Zealand's security space with Cyber Security by Kordia

Kordia's new 'Cyber Security by Kordia' portfolio is New Zealand's most comprehensive suite of security products and services.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Mar 2017
New Zealand can't be complacent in its progress toward cyber security
Cybersecurity

New Zealand can't be complacent in its progress toward cyber security

The cooperation of the government with the private sector will be the crucial accelerant in the drive to improve cyber security across the economy.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2017
Govt welcomes passing of Intelligence and Security Bill
Cybersecurity

Govt welcomes passing of Intelligence and Security Bill

Government welcomes passing of Intelligence and Security Bill, updating framework and increasing transparency of agencies.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Fri, 24th Mar 2017
Scammers targeting Kiwis again, this time courtesy of Countdown
Email Security

Scammers targeting Kiwis again, this time courtesy of Countdown

Countdown warns Kiwi consumers of a surge in scam emails claiming recipients have won Countdown vouchers or confirming orders they haven't placed.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 20th Mar 2017