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Planning for terrorist and vehicle attacks on public spaces

Crowds at New Year’s Eve and major events are prompting calls for hidden anti-ram barriers and bollards to secure open public spaces.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2019

Data centers

How security and style can go hand in hand

Designers can now visualise secure entrances in their own projects as HTS launches a product realisation service across New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2019

Data Protection

Mobile malware a rising threat to businesses

Poor patching and employee privacy concerns are helping mobile malware account for 20 percent of external cyber attacks, a Forrester survey found.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 24th Feb 2019

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

Risk & Compliance

How to develop an effective crisis response plan

Fast alerts via text and social media can protect customers and reputation when emergencies strike, experts say.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 16th May 2018

Software-as-a-Service

Local tech stars lead world-first blockchain launch

Untrusted online reviews could stall purchases as a New Zealand-led blockchain platform aims to restore confidence in the global market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Feb 2018

Robotics

Three big tech trends critical for Kiwis in 2018

Demand for digital skills is set to outpace graduates in New Zealand, with smarter homes and medical drone trials also set to affect daily life.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jan 2018

Smart Cities

Top Google researcher to address Auckland digital summit

Auckland’s biggest global tech summit will draw more than 450 delegates as New Zealand pushes a national digital roadmap.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jan 2018

Malware

The top five phishing challenges that lie ahead in 2018

Phishing is expected to drive bigger breaches in 2018 as mobile scams, cloud attacks and ransomware spread beyond email filters.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 21st Jan 2018

Robotics

Drones in disaster zones could prove a lifesaver

The technology could help rescuers triage casualties remotely, after UniSA scientists showed drones can read heart and breathing rates from three metres away.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Oct 2017

Global Stories

Security stories

Gaming

New Norton study reveals severity of cyber attacks on gamers

A new special report by security software company Norton has found that two out of five gamers in New Zealand have experienced a cyber attack.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Nov 2021

Risk & Compliance

A single source of truth: The future of the construction industry

The COVID-19 pandemic has heightened risk for the construction industry, making software solutions crucial for reducing disputes.

By Tony Simonsen • 6 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021

Firewalls

Why data backups should be a part of daily operations

Cloud computing has advantages, but security remains a concern, says Christian Mahncke, urging companies to automate data backups and implement robust DR plans.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Dec 2018