Misinformation stories - Page 3

New Zealanders show growing caution towards AI, privacy risks, and online misinformation, with 67% seeing misinformation as a serious issue, the 2025 survey finds.

Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.

A surge in violence threats against executives is driving global firms and investors to boost spending on physical security amid rising business risks.

Headspace Invaders, a free interactive platform, helps Kiwis aged 12-16 tackle online harm through games teaching resilience and critical thinking.

New Zealand children face rising cyberbullying risks as 23% turn to AI companions for support, study finds amid earlier digital device use by youngsters.

Stanford's AI Index Report reveals record private investment of USD $109.1 billion in 2024, with AI adoption soaring across industries globally.

AI reshapes sports fandom, with 54% preferring AI tools for info and 67% seeking a single platform for personalised, interactive experiences.

AI agents are transforming business and cybersecurity by automating tasks, reducing response times, and enhancing threat detection with human oversight.

A global survey reveals 81% of staff use AI at work but only 28% of firms have formal AI policies, highlighting a critical gap in skills and risk management.

New research reveals Safari users face heightened risk from advanced Fullscreen Browser-in-the-Middle attacks due to unfixable API flaws undetected by current security tools.

DigiCert plans growth in ANZ amid rising cyber attacks and quantum computing threats, boosting digital trust with local deployment of DigiCert ONE platform.

Google DeepMind unveils generative AI models Veo 3, Imagen 4, Lyria 2 and Flow, enhancing video, image, music and filmmaking for creators.

A global study reveals 66% regularly use AI, yet only 46% trust it, exposing a growing divide amid rising concerns and calls for tighter regulation.

Butterfly Data has created an AI tool to assess online content credibility, winning four awards and aiming to combat rising misinformation globally.

Lasso has unveiled an automated Red Teaming solution aimed at fortifying the security of Generative AI apps by simulating real-world cyber-attacks.

A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.

As AI reshapes the business landscape, Employment Hero emphasises embedding AI into operations, urging firms to adapt or risk losing out on future success.

As AI revolutionises our lives, companies must prepare for its impact on crisis management, addressing risks and harnessing opportunities to protect their reputation.

The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.

Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.