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TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety

The Tech Users Association has called on whoever makes up the next Government to commit to continuing to take the lead on improving security and safety online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2023

Unified Communications

How protected are migrants and refugees from cybercrime in Aotearoa?

Over 35% of Kiwis are affected by scams weekly. Do migrants and refugees have equitable access to online protection tools?.

By Zach Thompson • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2022

Netsafe

How well do rangatahi understand cyber safety in Aotearoa?

Do rangatahi in Aotearoa understand the importance of being safe online, or has lifelong exposure to the internet resulted in widespread complacency?.

By Zach Thompson • 8 min read • Fri, 12th Aug 2022

Online Safety

Nearly 90% of Kiwis worried kids will give away personal info online

Nearly nine in ten New Zealanders believe children will give away personal information online, says Norton research.

By Jessie Chiang • 4 min read • Wed, 20th Jul 2022

Cybersecurity

2021 iSANZ Awards winners announced at online ceremony

The 2021 iSANZ Awards were held this evening at a live online ceremony and included awards in six categories and a special Hall of Fame Award.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Mar 2022

Unified Communications

New research reveals data privacy still a big worry for Kiwis

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

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Mon, 21st Feb 2022

Google

Netsafe welcomes public feedback on draft of Code of Practice for Online Safety and Harms

The code aims to establish a self-regulatory framework to protect New Zealanders from online harm and harmful content.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Dec 2021

Netsafe

Better consultation needed for new Online Safety Code

Lack of community engagement threatens success of New Zealand's new online safety Code of Practice, say organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021

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

Global Stories

Online Safety stories

Risk & Compliance

New measures introduced to Snapchat to safeguard teens

Snap has announced a new package of safeguards to further protect 13-17 year old Snapchatters from potential online risks.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2023

Unified Communications

Gen Z in the dark on basic internet terms – research

The DNS Research Federation suggests young people are risking their safety online by using the Internet without knowing what key terms mean.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2023

Cybersecurity

Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you

The livelihood of our digital lives is fostered by good online hygiene, which begins with proper password management.

By Bogdan Botezatu • 3 min read • Thu, 25th May 2023

Cybersecurity

Norton's 11 tips to help protect your privacy online

Governments, businesses, and individuals can buy information about you that's been gathered online, like your health status, contact details and your location.

By Mark Gorrie • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023

Online Safety

First Europe organisation to defend rights online forms

A first-of-its-kind European organisation has formed in the Hague to defend human rights online, providing legal and technical assistance to victims.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2023

Cybersecurity

iSANZ ceremony recognises Aotearoa's efforts for 2022

Various cybersecurity professionals, firms and initiatives were honoured at last night's Information Security Awards of New Zealand (iSANZ).

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2022

Data Analytics

Rights to privacy and safety under threat - report

The State of Digital Rights report has found that online safety is at risk from increased big tech and government power.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Mar 2022

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Children, teens more vulnerable to mobile threats - report

McAfee research reveals that children and teens have a false sense of security when using smartphones, despite the high risk of cyber threats.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Mar 2022

Virtual Private Networks

Surfshark adds a website safety warning feature to its browser extension

Surfshark created website safety warning feature that encourages people to be more mindful about the data they are giving to websites and digital platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022