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U.S. face meets egg – used telecom tech to spy on own allies
Spying

U.S. face meets egg – used telecom tech to spy on own allies

Huawei revels in a 'gotcha' moment in the wake of The Washington Post's revelation that the US Govt used backdoors in CIA-owned tech company to spy on allies.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Feb 2020
Thailand leads ASEAN into a secure digital future
Cybersecurity

Thailand leads ASEAN into a secure digital future

As the chair country of ASEAN, Thailand aims to advance the community towards a future that includes a digital ASEAN.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Jul 2019
THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum
Drones

THAT'S A WRAP: Highlights from Sydney's 2nd Annual Safety, Security and Counter-Terrorism Forum

The event took a comprehensive look at the state of play for terrorist organisations and individuals - both local and abroad.

By Patrick Martlew • 3 min read • Tue, 8th May 2018
Strategic focus and plenty of good news for IT in Budget
Digital Transformation

Strategic focus and plenty of good news for IT in Budget

Budget applauded as 'a welcome focus on strategic investment' with no shortage of good news of IT - but hold on to your tech staff.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Wed, 13th May 2015
Cyber-attacks: 5 things companies should know
Physical Security

Cyber-attacks: 5 things companies should know

Businesses are increasingly prey to sophisticated cyber-attacks targeting intellectual property, reveals a new guide by ISACA and experts at Ernst and Young.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 17th May 2013
U.S. issues Huawei phone warning
Unified Communications

U.S. issues Huawei phone warning

U.S. officials caution firms against Huawei, citing potential security risks; Huawei dismisses claims, asserting its global trustworthiness and integrity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 8th Oct 2012
Accelerating Networks for National Security
Bandwidth

Accelerating Networks for National Security

Improving network speed and coordination between New Zealand's national security agencies is crucial to handling potential threats with real-time efficiency.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 1st May 2011

Stories from Other Regions

National Security stories

Infrastructure Futures scenario one: Conflicted Planet
Data centers

Infrastructure Futures scenario one: Conflicted Planet

Regional blocs and national champions could leave infrastructure slower to innovate, more monopolistic and less resilient as climate risks mount.

By Staff Writer • 8 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2020
Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security to protect you and your company’s information

Weak account settings and careless clicks can expose personal data, let criminals impersonate you and compromise linked services.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Tue, 29th Jan 2019
Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information
Malware

Five ways to improve your email security and protect your personal information

Simple checks can stop account takeovers and phishing, from stronger passwords and two-factor authentication to encrypted connections and attachments.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 17th Jan 2019
Satellite sensing detects global water movement
Big Data

Satellite sensing detects global water movement

Free browser access lets users track 30 years of shifting surface water, with satellite data showing major land gains and reservoir growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2018
CERT report only captures the tip of the iceberg
Data Protection

CERT report only captures the tip of the iceberg

Reported cyber incidents costing NZ companies more than GBP £400,000 in three months may be only a fraction of the true toll, NZTech warns.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Aug 2017
Major cyberattack a matter of when, not if
Malware

Major cyberattack a matter of when, not if

Health services could face major disruption as officials warn a severe cyberattack is likely, with insurance cover still scarce among firms.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 5th Jul 2017
Virtual cyber defender keeps cybercriminals at bay
Data Protection

Virtual cyber defender keeps cybercriminals at bay

Smaller firms could struggle to cope as rising cybercrime puts personal data, reputations and finances at increasing risk in New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017
Time for a national conversation about water pricing?
New Zealand Labour Party

Time for a national conversation about water pricing?

Public anger over bottled exports is forcing ministers to confront whether New Zealand should charge commercial users for water.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 18th Jun 2017
Students urged to combat cybercrime
Malware

Students urged to combat cybercrime

Unfilled cyber jobs are set to surge, prompting schools to steer pupils towards a fast-growing sector vital to New Zealand's economy.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Apr 2017