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New Zealand information security awards finalists named

The 2015 iSanz Awards finalists have been named with nominees including Aura Information, Vodafone and the Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Nov 2015

Unified Communications

Kiwis falling victim to 'intimate' Skype scams, warns NZ Police

New Zealand Police urge extreme online caution after six Kiwi men fall victim to intimate Skype blackmail scams in the past month.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Sep 2015

Email Security

Scammers pose as Microsoft employees to scam NZ residents

Fraudsters posing as Microsoft employees have scammed two Alexandra residents out of thousands of dollars, the New Zealand Police have reported.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Mon, 17th Aug 2015

EduTech

Schools using fingerprint technology to deter theft

West Auckland schools adopt SelectaDNA to slash thefts by 38%, BNZ and partners drive notable drop in burglaries with forensic tech.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2015

Email Security

Police warn Kiwis over latest text scam

The New Zealand Police are warning Kiwis against responding to a text message about a vital transaction from a bank in London.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Mon, 9th Mar 2015

Apps

So what's the big deal with Uber, anyway?

We take a look at Uber's short yet controversial history that has led to a Government review on how taxi and private hire services operate.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Wed, 21st Jan 2015

Unified Communications

The future of mobile networks, according to Nokia's Ray Owen

Pat Pilcher caught up with Ray Owen, the new head of ANZ for Nokia to chat about the future of mobile networks.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Tue, 6th Jan 2015

Government

Unisys chosen to modernise NZ crash analysis system

The New Zealand Transport Agency has chosen Unisys as the prime system integrator to modernise the national crash analysis system (CAS).

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Dec 2014

Unified Communications

Vodafone and the New Zealand Police open Mobility Innovation Lab

The New Zealand Police, with Vodafone New Zealand, have opened a Mobility Innovation Lab and Experience Centre.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2014

Cisco

NZ police ramp up phone, video and mobile resources

NZ Police enhance communication with a nationwide tech overhaul, boosting efficiency with video calls and mobile tech for frontline service.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2014

Data Privacy

Internet MANA... Time to shine light on 'shadowy' spies?

Internet MANA promises to set up inquiry into New Zealand's intelligence agencies, focusing on oversight and surveillance.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 1st Sep 2014

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AI Security

NZ Police teams up with Auckland software company to fight crime

NZ Police collaborate with tech firm Auror to tackle high-volume retail crime and bolster prevention strategies.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 14th Jan 2016

Apple

Police to record victim statements on iPhones

The initiative builds on input from frontline officers who, through a series of workshops, provided ideas for improving policing into the future.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Dec 2015

Netsafe

Sexting and young people - how bad is it?

NetSafe calls on parents to address the increasing issue of sexting among young people, following reports of harm and distress caused by explicit imagery.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Nov 2015

Facebook pages

Central District Police launch Facebook page

Central District Police have launched their own Facebook page in an effort to engage and connect with communities.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Jun 2015

Microsoft

Randal Jackson: Colourful journo with knack for great stories

Veteran IT journalist Randal Jackson has passed away. Pat Pilcher recounts his memories of one of technology journalism's legendary characters.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Jun 2015

Apps

Government to develop 111 emergency app

An emergency 111 smartphone app is being developed in a joint venture between the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the NZ Police.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2015

EduTech

CORE and NetSafe to support Safer Internet Day 2015

Safer Internet Day is celebrated worldwide to encourage the safe and positive use of the internet and digital technologies among children and young people.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Feb 2015