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GCSB report: NZ firms lack CISOs, human investment
Thu, 1st Nov 2018
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NZ's key orgs lack CISOs; GCSB flags cyber resilience issues.
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GCSB exposes Russia's involvement in malicious cyber attacks
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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New Zealand and UK blame Russian government for cyber attacks on political institutions, businesses, sports bodies, and media.
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GCSB recognised for 'building trust & confidence' at IPANZ Awards
Tue, 31st Jul 2018
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Deloitte awards New Zealand's Government Communications Safety Bureau for its CORTEX cybersecurity initiative.
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GCSB expands 'Malware-Free Networks' initiative after successful pilot with Vodafone
Mon, 28th May 2018
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The Malware-Free Networks initiative was developed as part of the CORTEX initiative to build on malware detection capability provided by ISPs.
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NZ & AU join international condemnation against Russia for NotPetya attack
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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The New Zealand and Australian Governments have condemned Russia for the NotPetya cyber attack that caused global damage.
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GCSB and NZSIS bring new Minister up to speed with NZ's state of security
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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Minister for the GCSB and NZSIS Andrew Little has been briefed on his new role, according to an unclassified briefing document.
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HP recruits former GCSB researcher for new Security Advisory Board
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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Ex-GCSB researcher Justine Bone has scored a role in HP’s new Security Advisory Board, alongside a former hacker and a security consultant.
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Aura InfoSec hires former GCSB exec to push the future of cybersecurity
Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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Aura Information Security has appointed former GCSB’s head of consultancy services Barry Brailey as its new principal security consultant.
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New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy
Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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A new book by Massey University Press delves into the state of cyber security in New Zealand and aims to encourage discussion on the topic.
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InternetNZ calls out Govt's Intelligence and Security Bill
Tue, 16th Aug 2016
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Government's Intelligence and Security Bill raises concerns for InternetNZ, who believe it goes against the purpose of a free and open society.
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New Zealand security services receives funding boost
Tue, 26th May 2015
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New Zealand security services to receive $20m funding boost for essential services and recruitment, says government.
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Inquiry into GCSB spying claims confirmed
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Office of the Inspector General of Intelligence & Security will investigate allegations of GCSB interception of communications in the South Pacific.
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Green Party calls out prime minister on Pacific Island spying
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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The Green Party demands an explanation from New Zealand Prime Minister John Key over illegal spying on citizens of Cook Islands and Niue.
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InternetNZ boss slams mass collection of Pacific data
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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New Zealand's alleged mass data harvesting on Pacific Island nations raises concerns about privacy, says InternetNZ.
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Greens call for opposition involvement in hiring of new GCSB director
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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Greens demand cross-party say in new GCSB chief's hiring to ensure political neutrality, amid criticisms of the current system.
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REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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We explain the legislative act that governs relations between the New Zealand telecommunications industry and surveillance agencies.
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Hands up if you're telling the truth...?!
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Laila Harré challenges PM's credibility on GCSB surveillance, following Snowden's claims of spying on New Zealanders.
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Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.
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Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.
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Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.
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The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.
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Dotcom: “We’ll close one of the Five Eyes…”
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom’s ‘Moment of Truth’ event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.
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'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.
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Internet MANA... Time to shine light on 'shadowy' spies?
Mon, 1st Sep 2014
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Internet MANA promises to set up inquiry into New Zealand's intelligence agencies, focusing on oversight and surveillance.