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Netsafe works with global tech giants to address online harm in NZ
Google

Netsafe works with global tech giants to address online harm in NZ

Facebook, Google, TikTok, and Twitter are joining Netsafe to develop a code of practice for online safety in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2021

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Twelve social media threats to watch for in 2023
Malware

Twelve social media threats to watch for in 2023

There are so many social media platforms for us to choose from— and the same is true for cybercriminals looking to deploy their next attack.

By Mark Gorrie • 6 min read • Mon, 14th Nov 2022
Avanan finds hackers exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice
Phishing

Avanan finds hackers exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice

Researchers at Avanan, a Check Point Software Company, have shared some of the latest tactics hackers are deploying to take advantage of vulnerable consumers.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Nov 2022
Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia as CEO of Mandiant
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia as CEO of Mandiant

Cohesity appoints Kevin Mandia, CEO of Mandiant and cybersecurity expert, to its board and forms a Security Advisory Council to advise on emerging threats.

By Zach Thompson • 1 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022
Facebook NZ financial report reveals notable revenue increase
Unified Communications

Facebook NZ financial report reveals notable revenue increase

Facebook New Zealand Limited reports significant increase in revenue and profit for 2021, with revenue up by over $1 million compared to the previous year.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Aug 2022
Fast Company names #1 most innovative company in video
Digital Entertainment

Fast Company names #1 most innovative company in video

Jellysmack, a global creator company, has been named in Fast Company's annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2022.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Apr 2022
A new way to test user experiences in Facebook, Metaverse, and VR
Customer Relationship Management

A new way to test user experiences in Facebook, Metaverse, and VR

UserTesting has released new templates for its Human Insight Platform, allowing fast feedback from users in the metaverse.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jan 2022
2022 will see increasing AI role in augmented and virtual reality
Supply Chain

2022 will see increasing AI role in augmented and virtual reality

Artificial intelligence will play an increasing role in augmented and virtual reality in 2022, according to ABI Research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Jan 2022
Is the Metaverse really the next big digital thing?
Gaming

Is the Metaverse really the next big digital thing?

The Metaverse, a shared 3D virtual environment, presents a challenge for location technology, says LocationTechNZ deputy chair Chris Morris.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
Meta deepens integration between Facebook Workplace and Microsoft Teams
Unified Communications

Meta deepens integration between Facebook Workplace and Microsoft Teams

There will be two new integrations that will help businesses who use both Workplace and Microsoft Teams to communicate more easily with their employees.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Nov 2021
The metaverse poses 'terrifying dangers' - is it the new internet? Expert says yes
Unified Communications

The metaverse poses 'terrifying dangers' - is it the new internet? Expert says yes

'Terrifying dangers' of the 'metaverse' need to be addressed now, warns academic. Future policing must be determined before it's too late.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
Microsoft's entry into metaverse tainted by Facebook's Meta rebrand
Gaming

Microsoft's entry into metaverse tainted by Facebook's Meta rebrand

Microsoft's announcement juxtaposes the genuine potential of Mesh for Microsoft Teams with widespread criticism of Facebook's rebranding as Meta.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
BREAKING: Facebook rebrands to Meta, Zuckerberg unveils 'metaverse'
AR, VR & Metaverse

BREAKING: Facebook rebrands to Meta, Zuckerberg unveils 'metaverse'

Mark Zuckerberg unveils Facebook's vision for the 'metaverse' and announces the company's rebranding as Meta. #Metaverse #FacebookRebranding.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 29th Oct 2021
User error causes six hour outage on Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp
Facebook

User error causes six hour outage on Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp

Following a six-hour outage on Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, bringing millions of digital lives to a halt, criticism of the company has been widespread.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
Android espionage: ESET uncovers BladeHawk campaign via Facebook
Facebook

Android espionage: ESET uncovers BladeHawk campaign via Facebook

ESET researchers uncover targeted mobile espionage campaign against Kurdish group, distributed via Facebook profiles.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 8th Sep 2021
Facebook joins the ID2020 Alliance
Partner Programmes

Facebook joins the ID2020 Alliance

The initiative aims to ensure technologies are designed and implemented in ways that are privacy-protecting, user-controlled, equitable, and interoperable.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Aug 2021

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Report shows Instagram Singapore's most engaging platform
Facebook

Report shows Instagram Singapore's most engaging platform

Singapore government's use of social media channels to engage with residents revealed in Emplifi report, with Instagram as the most popular platform.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Mar 2022