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Akamai unveils comprehensive cybersecurity guide for 2025

Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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The National Cyber Security Centre has unveiled new guidelines for IoT manufacturers, while Akamai launches its Defenders' Guide 2025 to bolster cybersecurity.
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Cyber security threats in New Zealand show worrying rise

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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New Zealand's cyber security landscape is increasingly dire, with over 7,000 incidents logged last year amid threats from both criminals and state actors.
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NCSC completes improvements post-IPAC cyber activity review

Thu, 26th Dec 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre has swiftly implemented all recommendations from a review addressing cyber threats targeting the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China.
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NCSC implements all improvements from cyber activity review

Tue, 24th Dec 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre has swiftly implemented all recommendations from a review addressing cyber threats to Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China members.
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Cyber incidents rise sharply, losses from threats decrease

Wed, 11th Dec 2024
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Cybercrime incidents surged by 58% in Q3 2024, with phishing and unauthorised access posing significant threats, warns the National Cyber Security Centre.
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Shoppers warned of cyber risks during holiday deals

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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As the holiday shopping season approach, shoppers face rising cyber threats, with experts urging secure payment methods to protect sensitive data.
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AI advancements in 2025 pose cybersecurity challenges

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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Predictions for 2025 signal a chaotic race for AI regulation, as cyber threats escalate, particularly targeting AI supply chains and critical infrastructure.
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iSANZ Awards honour New Zealand's cybersecurity leaders

Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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The 2024 iSANZ Awards celebrated ten years of cybersecurity excellence in New Zealand, honouring outstanding contributions and innovation in the field.
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Akamai bolsters Account Protector against cyber threats

Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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Akamai Technologies has launched upgrades to its Account Protector, enhancing security against cyber threats amid rising scams costing shoppers GBP £10 million.
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Palo Alto Networks launches free cyber education in NZ

Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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Palo Alto Networks has launched its CyberFit Nation programme in New Zealand, offering free online cybersecurity education amid rising cybercrime incidents.
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New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups

Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.
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IriusRisk unveils Jeff: AI tool for threat modelling images

Fri, 25th Oct 2024
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IriusRisk has launched Jeff: AI Assistant, an innovative tool that generates threat models from images, aiming to streamline cybersecurity processes.
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New Zealanders losing $3.8m weekly to online scams

Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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New Zealanders are losing $3.8 million weekly to scammers, prompting the NCSC to call for heightened vigilance during Cyber Smart Week.
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Kiwis confident in cyber security, but wary of AI tools

Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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New Zealanders are diligent about cyber security but wary of AI tools, an NCSC study reveals. Only 35% find cyber security intimidating, yet AI trust lags.
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Financial losses from NZ cybercrime rise to $6.8m in Q224

Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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New Zealand cybercrime losses surge to $6.8 million in Q2 2024, with unauthorised access incidents skyrocketing to $3.6 million, NCSC data shows.
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NZ cyber security agency joins global effort against PRC botnet

Thu, 19th Sep 2024
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The New Zealand National Cyber Security Centre has teamed up with global partners to tackle a China-linked botnet compromising over 260,000 devices globally.
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Cybersecurity gaps in New Zealand SMEs highlighted by NCSC

Tue, 3rd Sep 2024
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A study by NCSC reveals a severe gap in cybersecurity preparedness among SMEs. Despite acknowledging its importance, only 48% feel ready for cyber incidents.
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Global IT outage sparks chaos, calls for robust cybersecurity

Tue, 23rd Jul 2024
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A global IT outage linked to Crowdstrike's software has caused widespread chaos, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity across key sectors.
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New Zealand completes cyber security review after IPAC threats

Mon, 15th Jul 2024
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New Zealand's NCSC has reviewed its practices following cyber threats against IPAC members, highlighting the need for broader, more comprehensive cyber security measures.
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NCSC's Malware Free Network disrupts 10 million cyber threats

Thu, 4th Jul 2024
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The National Cyber Security Centre's Malware Free Network has thwarted 10 million cyber threats, safeguarding New Zealand organisations and individuals from online harm.