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Kiwi Stories

Personal data stories

2023 a year of cyber concerns
Data Protection

2023 a year of cyber concerns

Small businesses are especially exposed as phishing and fraud reports rise, with CERT NZ logging 2,069 cybercrimes in one quarter.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Feb 2023
Google says privacy key as NZ Identity Check system planned
Private Cloud

Google says privacy key as NZ Identity Check system planned

Google supports efforts to fix legal stability in data flow and privacy. New Zealand uses Google Analytics in online ID system.

By Phil Pennington • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Nov 2022
Growing organisations likely to be targeted by attacks
Data Protection

Growing organisations likely to be targeted by attacks

As IoT adoption grows, businesses face rising cyber risk that could slow trust and stall sales unless protections improve.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Sep 2022

Global Stories

Personal data stories

Magecart web skimming threat targets food and retail
Cybersecurity

Magecart web skimming threat targets food and retail

New Magecart web skimming campaign targets food and retail websites, using advanced concealment techniques to hide malicious code.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Oct 2023
Gartner: Security spending to reach $215 billion by 2024, bolstered by Cloud & AI
EduTech

Gartner: Security spending to reach $215 billion by 2024, bolstered by Cloud & AI

Cloud tech, AI, hybrid workforce, and evolving regulations will drive global security spending to $215 billion by 2024.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 29th Sep 2023
Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals
Data Protection

Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals

Norton launches Norton Secure Browser to protect consumers from browser-based cyber threats and unwanted tracking.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Sep 2023
Verizon executive joins Quantum-Secure encryption company
Unified Communications

Verizon executive joins Quantum-Secure encryption company

Ken Dixon, CEO of Tillman FiberCo LLC, joins Qrypt as an advisor. Qrypt offers quantum-secure encryption solutions for telecommunications.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Aug 2023
Australians most nervous globally about AI – report
Artificial Intelligence

Australians most nervous globally about AI – report

Less than half of the nation trusts artificial intelligence, while only around 40% are excited about the AI revolution.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2023
Cyber crime costing the world $8 trillion every year
Cybersecurity

Cyber crime costing the world $8 trillion every year

In the context of our technologically advanced society, the protection of personal data has emerged as a critical concern.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
UK and US 'data bridge' to extend Data Privacy Framework
Data Protection

UK and US 'data bridge' to extend Data Privacy Framework

UK and US to create 'data bridge' to facilitate free flow of personal data. Move aims to reduce costs and increase opportunities for businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2023
Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns
Physical Security

Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns

Check Point Research has identified a growing trend on the dark web and hacking underground involving the theft and sale of stolen ChatGPT Premium accounts.

By Gaurav Sharma • 5 min read • Mon, 17th Apr 2023
How to prevent dark web criminals profiting from your data
Cybersecurity

How to prevent dark web criminals profiting from your data

Dark web trade of stolen login details is booming, putting individuals and companies at serious risk. Action is needed to prevent it.

By Jon Inns • 6 min read • Wed, 15th Feb 2023
OECD adopts privacy safeguards while accessing personal data
Data Privacy

OECD adopts privacy safeguards while accessing personal data

The agreement is on approaches to safeguarding the privacy and other freedoms when accessing personal data for national security and law enforcement purposes.

By Gaurav Sharma • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2022
Lookout appoints Donovan as New Chief Revenue Officer
Network Infrastructure

Lookout appoints Donovan as New Chief Revenue Officer

Dan Donovan, a sales veteran, has been appointed as the chief revenue officer at Lookout, overseeing all segments of the global sales operation.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Dec 2022
Private details of Otago students were exposed by digital fault
Breach Prevention

Private details of Otago students were exposed by digital fault

A digital security breach allowed personal details about most University of Otago students to be viewable to others.

By Phil Pennington • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Oct 2022
Blis appoints Natalie Muir as Insights Lead across APAC
Personal data

Blis appoints Natalie Muir as Insights Lead across APAC

Blis has appointed Natalie Muir as Insights Lead for APAC, strengthening its data and insights capabilities, as brands seek non-cookie based advertising.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 9th Sep 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Personal data stories

Aussies indifferent when it comes to digital privacy
Data Privacy

Aussies indifferent when it comes to digital privacy

Aussies remain indifferent when it comes to giving personal details to service providers even after recent data breaches that have made headline news.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2022