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Steve Smith stories

Steve Smith is an author with a sharp focus on the ever-evolving realm of cybersecurity and information technology in New Zealand. His works intricately detail initiatives such as Cyber Smart Week, shedding light on efforts to bolster online safety and awareness within the community. Steve's interest in the strategic aspects of cybersecurity is evident as he explores the benefits of outsourcing information security to entities equipped with specialized expertise.

A keen observer of industry partnerships, Steve provides insights into collaborations like the one between Advantage and Katana Technologies, aimed at preventing email spoofing through PowerDMARC solutions. His in-depth understanding also encompasses the historical and operational facets of key players in the New Zealand ICT landscape, exemplified by his reporting on Advantage, a seasoned IT provider with roots that run deep in the nation's technology sector.

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Google & PB Tech launch reo Māori Chromebook in NZ schools
Tue, 28th May 2024
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personal computing devices
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digital literacy
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chromebooks
Google New Zealand, in partnership with PB Tech and the Māori Language Commission, has delivered 5,000 Chromebooks with a te reo Māori keyboard to students, promoting digital use of the language.
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Zayo Group to launch independent entities for North American & European growth
Tue, 14th May 2024
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network infrastructure
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partner programmes
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business strategy
Zayo Group, a global network infrastructure provider, plans to create two independent entities, including Zayo Europe, aiming to accelerate growth in North America and Europe, and improve operational simplicity.
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Nikos Katinakis takes helm as Zayo's Chief Technology Officer
Fri, 1st Mar 2024
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5g & beyond
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network infrastructure
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wireless networks
Former Telstra executive, Nikos Katinakis, brings three decades of network leadership to his new role as Chief Technology Officer of Zayo Group, set to enhance their fibre network infrastructure with AI and automation.
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Outsourcing information security is optimal, says Advantage
Fri, 17th Feb 2023
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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advantage nz
Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offers a combination of expertise that most organisations cannot themselves field, with the shared cost of the service.
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Cyber Smart Week takes cybersecurity back to basics
Thu, 21st Oct 2021
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biometrics
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cybersecurity
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ccl
Cyber Smart Week, led by CERT NZ, aims to improve cybersecurity and raise awareness of cyber threats in New Zealand.
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10 things you didn't know about Kiwi ICT company Advantage
Tue, 27th Apr 2021
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hyperscale
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
Advantage is one of New Zealand’s most established IT providers with offices in Auckland and Palmerston North.
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Advantage to resell PowerDMARC email spoof prevention SaaS
Tue, 1st Sep 2020
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email security
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cybersecurity
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powerdmarc
In partnership with Katana Technologies, Advantage and PowerDMARC will help to increase DMARC adoption rates across the region.