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39% of people would take money in exchange for giving a stranger complete access to their private data online.

This Friday May 17 is Pink Shirt Day, which is a colourful way to raise awareness about a serious and in some cases tragic issue: cyberbullying.

Digital savvy kids spend 33hrs/week online, but lack cyber safety awareness, prompting vital parental guidance.

As households embrace smart technology, security concerns mount. From smart locks to automated coffee makers, here's how to safeguard your connected home.

New Zealand ISPs, including Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees, are blocking websites showing Christchurch shooting footage to prevent further dissemination.

New Zealand's Commerce Commission battles the global ticket reseller Viagogo, accused of misleading and unfair practices, but concertgoers still face risks.

Gen Z doesn’t just use the internet to connect them, entertain them, sell to them, and build their digital brand, they expect it to.

InternetNZ has released a report that shows the things we are worried about, and where we might be going wrong.

A new report reveals companies around the world could incur US$5.2 trillion in additional costs and lost revenue over the next five years due to cybercrime.

Trend Micro invites Kiwi kids to design posters celebrating the internet’s positive side, with a chance to win a share of USD $13,000 in prizes.

Facebook partners with Sticks 'n' Stones to combat cyberbullying in New Zealand, training 400 advocates in 40 schools to support 15,000 students.

A researcher at the University of Waikato has created a ‘NetStinky’ way of telling whether your home internet network has been breached.

Phishing attacks or social-engineering attacks are on the rise, where cybercriminals trick people into divulging details and participating in scams.

New Zealand children, spending 33 hours a week online, collaborate with their parents in Trend Micro's 'What's Your Story?' contest to promote internet safety.

The NZ Commerce Commission warns consumers against using Viagogo following 228 complaints about fake tickets, hidden fees, and misleading claims.

Google unveils Be Internet Awesome, a free, fun game-based programme to teach safe digital navigation to children.

Netsafe receives over 900 online bullying complaints in six months, with misconceptions about their services arising.

Steps towards responsible digital citizenship have been made as a student led programme receives funding to tackle online bullying head on.

Facebook launches updated Safety Centre to improve user experience on the platform and provide resources on privacy controls and bullying prevention.

Microsoft is continuing to crack down on hate speech and is making it easier for people to report it, the company reports.