Victim support stories
Generative AI fuels alarming surge in intimate image abuse
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data protection
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encryption
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open source
Generative AI is fuelling a sharp rise in intimate image abuse, outpacing weak platform responses and patchy global legal protections.
AI turns romance scams into industrial-scale fraud
Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
AI is turning romance scams into industrial-scale fraud, with deepfakes and chatbots driving billions in losses, Tenable warns.
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'One part terrified, one part really angry' - Assault victim's anger over Manage My Health hack
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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data protection
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ransomware
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phishing
A sexual assault survivor says she feels re‑victimised and furious after the Manage My Health hack and US$60,000 ransom demand.
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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physical security
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ai
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identity theft
A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
New Zealand digital scams cost exceed NZD $2.3 billion
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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email security
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scams
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netsafe
A report reveals that digital scams cost New Zealanders over NZD $2.3 billion in 2024, with online shopping scams now the most prevalent.
Sextortion scams surge with personal data to extort money
Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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malware
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crypto
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blockchain
New Barracuda research reveals a surge in personalised sextortion attacks, where cybercriminals leverage victims' personal data for increased blackmail pressure.
Netsafe warns of inadequate response to rising online fraud
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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netsafe
The Ministry of Justice's latest crime survey reveals a surge in online fraud, highlighting an urgent need for a coordinated multi-agency response, says Netsafe.
Netsafe allies with CYBERA for enhanced scam recovery
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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email security
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scams
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netsafe
Netsafe forms a coalition with CYBERA, Dolla, and Akahu to aid New Zealanders in recovering funds lost to scams, targeting banking, crypto, and telecom sectors.
Netsafe reveals growing online harm for New Zealanders
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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healthtech
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
Netsafe's 2023 research reveals a sharp rise in harmful digital communications experienced by New Zealanders, with almost half of the Māori population and many under 30 falling victim.
Victims info line open 24/7
Mon, 5th Oct 2015
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victim support
Victims Information Line now available 24/7, offering support to crime victims and their families in New Zealand. #justice #support.