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New Zealand warned of worsening security threats by intelligence
Physical Security

New Zealand warned of worsening security threats by intelligence

New Zealand faces rising threats from violent extremism and foreign interference, says Security Intelligence Service in its latest annual report.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 22nd Aug 2025
AI adoption boosts productivity across New Zealand businesses
Data Analytics

AI adoption boosts productivity across New Zealand businesses

A Datacom survey reveals 88% of New Zealand firms using AI report productivity gains, with adoption rising to 87% overall in 2025 from 48% in 2023.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025
New Zealand firms see AI boost but scaling hurdles remain
Data Analytics

New Zealand firms see AI boost but scaling hurdles remain

Nearly 90% of New Zealand firms using AI report productivity gains, but only 12% have scaled adoption across entire enterprises, says Datacom research.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 19th Aug 2025
Most NZ government bodies not ready for strict email security law
Data Protection

Most NZ government bodies not ready for strict email security law

Three-quarters of New Zealand government bodies lack the highest email security standard required by upcoming October 2025 regulations, research finds.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
AI gains momentum in New Zealand workplaces amid calls for oversight
Human Capital Management

AI gains momentum in New Zealand workplaces amid calls for oversight

New Zealand firms rapidly adopt AI in finance and HR, but 88% stress the need for human oversight amid ethical and security concerns.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 15th Aug 2025
Neglected software updates put Kiwi SMEs at cyber threat risk
Data Protection

Neglected software updates put Kiwi SMEs at cyber threat risk

Neglected software updates are exposing New Zealand SMEs to cyber risks, with delays in patching third-party apps raising chances of attacks and data breaches.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Steve Cooke marks 20 years at Gallagher Security in NZ role
Security Operations Centres

Steve Cooke marks 20 years at Gallagher Security in NZ role

Steve Cooke celebrates 20 years at Gallagher Security, marking 40 years in security with a strong impact across New Zealand and the Pacific.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Thu, 14th Aug 2025
Calls grow for KiwiSaver diversification as Bitcoin yields soar
Crypto

Calls grow for KiwiSaver diversification as Bitcoin yields soar

Calls rise for KiwiSaver diversification as Bitcoin's 76-fold return over 10 years dwarfs typical fund growth, urging advisers to embrace digital assets.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Wed, 13th Aug 2025
Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades
EduTech

Network for Learning marks milestone in school network upgrades

Nearly a third of New Zealand schools have now received N4L's next-generation Managed Network upgrades.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Mon, 11th Aug 2025
netQ & Feenix launch New Zealand-first resilient multicloud transit
Hybrid Cloud

netQ & Feenix launch New Zealand-first resilient multicloud transit

netQ and Feenix launch New Zealand's first Smart MultiCloud Transit service, boosting resilient, cost-efficient cloud connectivity for enterprises.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Avast uncovers global fake pharmacy scam with 5,000+ domains
Marketing Technologies

Avast uncovers global fake pharmacy scam with 5,000+ domains

Avast exposed a global scam with 5,000+ fake pharmacy websites selling counterfeit meds, risking health and money worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Aug 2025
Over 150 million NZ records for sale as cyber threats grow
Multi-factor authentication

Over 150 million NZ records for sale as cyber threats grow

Over 150 million New Zealand-linked records, including government and banking credentials, are exposed on the dark web, raising growing cyber threat concerns.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Aug 2025
Headspace Invaders launched to help teens tackle online harms
Software Development

Headspace Invaders launched to help teens tackle online harms

Headspace Invaders, a free interactive platform, helps Kiwis aged 12-16 tackle online harm through games teaching resilience and critical thinking.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Exclusive: ServiceNow calls for bold AI adoption to boost national productivity
Customer Experience

Exclusive: ServiceNow calls for bold AI adoption to boost national productivity

ServiceNow partners with Datacom to boost AI-driven automation in New Zealand, aiming to enhance enterprise productivity amid demographic challenges.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Kiwibank, MATTR & Deloitte to use new AWS New Zealand region
Digital Transformation

Kiwibank, MATTR & Deloitte to use new AWS New Zealand region

Kiwibank, MATTR, and Deloitte will adopt the new AWS Asia Pacific (New Zealand) Region, enhancing cloud services and data sovereignty locally.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Cyber scams soar in New Zealand as AI & crypto drive threats
Ransomware

Cyber scams soar in New Zealand as AI & crypto drive threats

Cyber scams in New Zealand have surged 77,721% amid rising AI use and crypto fraud, with sextortion and phishing attacks also sharply increasing in Q2 2025.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 31st Jul 2025
New Zealand unifies cyber incident reporting under single platform
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

New Zealand unifies cyber incident reporting under single platform

New Zealand unites cyber incident reporting under one platform by merging CERT NZ with NCSC, enhancing support across individuals and businesses nationwide.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
ShadowTech25 inspires over 1,200 girls to pursue tech careers
EduTech

ShadowTech25 inspires over 1,200 girls to pursue tech careers

Over 1,200 New Zealand schoolgirls are gaining first-hand tech industry experience through ShadowTech25, aiming to boost female representation in technology careers.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025
Westcon-Comstor & Cohesity boost AI security in New Zealand
Malware

Westcon-Comstor & Cohesity boost AI security in New Zealand

Westcon-Comstor expands partnership with Cohesity to deliver AI-driven cybersecurity solutions amid growing threats in New Zealand's USD $760.80m market.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Jul 2025