New Zealanders fall into AI confidence trap, Avast says
Many New Zealanders are sharing sensitive data with chatbots despite fearing AI fakes, leaving them exposed to scams and data leaks.
Dunedin man loses $500,000 in 18-year romance scam
A Dunedin man was deceived out of more than NZD $525,000 over 18 years by an Auckland woman posing as an Australian police recruit.
Hatch warns customers of DriveWealth data exposure
Customer contact details and portfolio data were exposed in a breach at Hatch's US broker partner, though no holdings or transactions were affected.
Early childhood education advocates give screen time policy mixed report card
Parents may get clearer progress reports under National's plan, but experts warn a blanket screen ban could curb useful classroom technology.
New Zealand SMEs face rising cyber threats, study finds
Nearly three-quarters of medium-sized firms have faced a cyber threat in six months, as AI scams and weak staff training heighten risk.
Fibre or satellite: Which is best for live event linking?
Ultra-low delays and backup pathways can make or break live broadcasts, especially when sports betting and remote events are involved.
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Feijoa users add NZD $4.5m to KiwiSaver through round-ups
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Securecom appoints Head of Cyber Security & promotes Kolver
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Securecom appoints Head of Cyber Security & promotes Kolver
Sharp New Zealand's backing is accelerating Securecom's growth as it adds senior cyber expertise and broadens product and commercial leadership.
Equinox IT appoints Victoria MacLennan as director
The Wellington consultancy is strengthening oversight as clients demand safer AI, cyber and digital change advice across public and private sectors.
Inde appoints Nish Sudhakaran as AI & data director
The hire bolsters Inde's push into AI and data services as New Zealand firms grapple with governance and security before deployment.
iGoDirect names Greg Duncan to lead New Zealand push
The appointment comes as iGoDirect targets faster growth in New Zealand's expanding corporate gift card market, forecast at NZD $2.25 billion by 2028.
Trade Me appoints Kul Singh Kargil as Chief Executive
The handover comes after seven years under Anders Skoe, as the New Zealand marketplace looks to expand under a former REA Group executive.