Global Stories

Lights out for the Dark Web: Authorities take down AlphaBay and Hansa marketplaces

Online criminal marketplaces AlphaBay and Hansa have been taken offline, thanks to a major cooperation effort between Dutch and US authorities.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Jul 2017

Data Protection

Kiwis, data privacy and IoT: Yeah, nah? Or only for the right reasons?

New data from Unisys shows that Kiwis are selective about sharing data with government agencies and commercial firms through IoT.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jul 2017

Megaupload

Caught in the Web: Kim Dotcom documentary to screen at NZ Film Festival

Kim Dotcom: Caught in the Web explores the story of internet entrepreneur Kim Dotcom and his legal battles with the US government.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

Data Protection

In depth: Symantec talks data privacy, Europe's GDPR & its major impact on ANZ

The upcoming GDPR will have a significant impact on data protection in Europe and beyond, according to Symantec's Brian Fletcher.

By Sara Barker • 8 min read • Mon, 17th Jul 2017

Smart Cities

A nation of smart cities: Is IoT the answer to traffic congestion & crime?

By managing traffic flows to reduce congestion and deterring crime using intelligent lighting and cognitive CCTV, IoT can make a city more desirable.

By Julia Gabel • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jul 2017

Distributed Denial of Service

Major Dark Web Player goes offline: Could it be an exit scam?

One of the Dark Web's biggest marketplaces for illegal online trades was taken offline this week, with reports circulating that it was an 'exit scam'.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Jul 2017

Apps

Snap maps or Snap stalk? New Zealand police raise concern over the app's new feature

In an update last week Snapchat introduced a map feature that allows users track other people's locations in real time.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Jun 2017

Hyperscale

Commvault: Make your data work for you - it's the heartbeat of business

Having a better understanding of what data is available and where it is, means organisations can empower their staff to make better decisions.

By Dan Kieran • 5 min read • Mon, 19th Jun 2017

Smart Home

One step closer to BB8? ASUS Zenbo wins three awards at Computex 2017

The ASUS Zenbo home robot received the Best Choice of the Year Award, Best Choice Golden Award, and Computex d&i Award.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Jun 2017

Cyberbullying

Kindness doesn't hurt: New movement unites internet users to #keepitkindonline

#keepitkindonline is a new social media campaign aimed at exposing the nasty side of the internet and encouraging people to making it a kinder place.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Thu, 8th Jun 2017

Digital Signage

NEC opens global security intelligence centre in SA

NEC has opened a $4.38 million global security intelligence centre in South Australia which is expected to create 50 new jobs.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Jun 2017

Robotics

Real life Robocop patrols the streets of Dubai

Criminals in Dubai, you are officially on notice: The world's first 'robocop' is set to begin roaming the streets of Dubai.

By Alex Crossan • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd May 2017

Cradlepoint

7 top tips for a strategic and proactive failover plan

A robust failover plan is essential for minimising downtime and ensuring business continuity. Here are seven key tips for creating an effective strategy.

By Julia Gabel • 5 min read • Mon, 22nd May 2017

Cybersecurity insurance

Are NSW small businesses too confident about their security?

Almost a third of New South Wales small businesses have fallen victim to cybercrime, believing a limited web presence protects them.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017

Malware

Avast joins watchdog ranks as No More Ransom partner

Avast is one of the latest security providers to join the No More Ransom campaign, alongside law enforcement agencies and the private security sector.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017

Malware

Bitdefender creates decryption tool for Bart ransomware victims

Help is at hand for victims of the Bart ransomware, after Bitdefender released a decryption tool that works for all variants.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th May 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Drones

New Zealand pilots union pushes for tighter drone regulations

As drone popularity soars in New Zealand, pilots call for urgent regulatory revamp to ensure air safety, citing increasing incidents and outdated rules.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Jun 2017