InternetNZ news stories

Long story short, it's often the case that misinformation, threat and extremism link closely to cybersecurity issues and cyber harm.

A technology industry leader is urging the government not to shy away from policing social media platforms in New Zealand.

Encountering the term 'dark web' might bring thoughts of criminal activity and harmful behaviour to mind, but what exactly is it, and is it all bad?

InternetNZ group chief executive officer Jordan Carter has announced he is stepping down after almost 20 years with the organisation. 

New Zealanders are becoming increasingly worried about their personal data privacy, according to a new InternetNZ survey.

"By focusing on in-depth input from tech platforms before coming to communities and individuals, it highlights the power imbalance with targeted communities."

The vulnerability, called TsuNAME, was noticed in February 2020 in the .nz registry.

The five point plan sets out the priority areas where InternetNZ says Government can best direct its efforts and investments to improve digital inclusion in New Zealand.

"We want to arm our customers with the best possible defence against known threats on the Internet."

More than 50 organisations have now signed the plan, which was shared with Government and the public in May this year.

"It’s important to InternetNZ to keep adding intelligence to Defenz to make sure our customers are protected from known security threats."

The proposed law change is part of the New Zealand government response to the Christchurch terror attacks that occurred in March last year.

Twenty organisations from across New Zealand have pledged their support for a digital inclusion plan. The plan was submitted to Government last week.

Domain Name System (DNS) activity, which measures requests for .nz domain names, has seen consistent increases week on week of between 5 to 7% since the COVID-19 lockdown started.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced contact tracing technology will be one of the three pillars in New Zealand's strategy to contain COVID-19.

The most effective way to 'flatten the curve' is to ensure everyone has an internet connection, says InternetNZ.

A new version of the national broadband map website has been launched this week by InternetNZ. 

InternetNZ has announced an increase to the cost of its domain fees as it looks to meet market demands over security requirements and co-ordination services.

"We’re pleased to see New Zealanders recognise and value the benefits the internet offers."

"This year’s winners highlight the growing range of options available to the consumer in the NZ broadband market.”

This is an important project that will improve New Zealand’s domain name system - reinforcing its reliability and security.

Christchurch Call is making progress, displaying a commitment by tech companies and governments to address acts of terror, according to a statement by InternetNZ.

Aged care facilities are slow to provide WiFi access for residents, and interviewees said they would like to see aged care operators provide more support.

InternetNZ has released a report that shows the things we are worried about, and where we might be going wrong.