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New Zealand digital scams cost exceed NZD $2.3 billion
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
A report reveals that digital scams cost New Zealanders over NZD $2.3 billion in 2024, with online shopping scams now the most prevalent.
Netsafe wins top NZ contact centre award for second year
Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
Netsafe's Contact Centre wins top award for the second year in a row, with Caitlin honoured as Most Outstanding Customer Service Representative.
Netsafe teams with Snapchat to boost online safety for teens
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
Netsafe launches the Snapchat Family Toolkit, designed to help New Zealand parents ensure safer social media use for teens.
Research reveals online content's dual impact on Kiwi youth
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
New research from the Classification Office and Netsafe reveals online content’s dual role in shaping young New Zealanders' body image.
Netsafe warns of inadequate response to rising online fraud
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
The Ministry of Justice's latest crime survey reveals a surge in online fraud, highlighting an urgent need for a coordinated multi-agency response, says Netsafe.
Netsafe ramps up NZ's scam defences with new AI tools
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Netsafe relaunches Re:Scam.org with advanced AI to combat scammers, as NZ's annual scam costs hit NZD $2 billion.
New Netsafe alliance formed to combat rising cyber fraud
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
To combat the rising threat of cyber fraud, a new alliance aims to reinforce consumer safety in banking, cryptocurrency, and telecommunications sectors in NZ.
Netsafe reveals growing online harm for New Zealanders
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
Netsafe's 2023 research reveals a sharp rise in harmful digital communications experienced by New Zealanders, with almost half of the Māori population and many under 30 falling victim.
Major media companies sign new online safety framework for Aotearoa
Mon, 25th Jul 2022
A new joint development between Netsafe and some of the world's leading social media companies is set to provide Kiwis with safer online experiences.