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Ethical hacking in Aotearoa: How can it benefit cybersecurity in NZ?

Hacking and ethical hacking are on the rise in New Zealand, as cyber-attacks increase. Should ethical hacking be an integral part of cybersecurity?.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021

Human Capital Management

Six strategies to manage cash flow during COVID-19

Small businesses facing COVID-19 revenue shocks are being urged to seek wage subsidies, tax relief and rent negotiations to stay afloat.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 1st Oct 2021

EduTech

Microsoft renews schools agreement, focus on boosting cybersecurity

Microsoft New Zealand renews three-year agreement with Ministry of Education, providing schools with free cybersecurity tools.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021

Crypto

Reserve Bank welcomes submissions on future of New Zealand's money

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is seeking public input on the future of money, including the possibility of a central bank digital currency.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021

Malware

Scam Alert: Flubot malware hits New Zealand

New Zealand telecoms sector warns customers of a scam text message asking them to click on a link or download an app for delivery information.

By Shannon Williams • 6 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021

Property Market

Concerns rental market will worsen following tax changes

Tenants could face higher rents and fewer homes as landlords lose interest deductibility from Friday, industry figures warn.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021

Virtualisation

Interview: Ingram Micro on why VMworld 2021 is an event not to be missed

VMworld 2021, featuring Will Smith and Michael J. Fox, is just days away. Don't miss this legendary event! (110 characters).

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Wed, 29th Sep 2021

University of Otago

Housing crisis could be to blame for spike in Covid cases

Overcrowded emergency housing is increasingly being linked to new infections as officials warn the delta variant is spreading among vulnerable groups.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Sep 2021

Property Market

Most profitable suburbs revealed

Property values have surged nationwide, leaving first-home buyers facing tougher affordability as almost every New Zealand suburb gained at least 10%.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021

Data Analytics

Priming your business for post-lockdown recovery

Small firms are turning lockdown downtime into new services, digital events and broader product ranges to aid recovery.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021

Supply Chain

Latest lockdown puts ongoing strain on construction

Construction firms in Auckland face a 57% drop in jobs created as lockdowns, border closures and supply shocks squeeze margins.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Mon, 27th Sep 2021

Supply Chain

Auckland to Christchurch rail service will tackle supply chain issues

Businesses facing port delays will gain extra freight capacity as KiwiRail adds a weekday Auckland-Christchurch service from early October.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021

Internet of Things

Best Design Awards 2021 – Schneider Electric trifecta

Consumer demand for stylish smart switches has put three Schneider Electric PDL products among finalists at New Zealand's Best Design Awards.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Sep 2021

Unified Communications

Microsoft unveils new Surface devices and PC accessories

Microsoft has unveiled new Surface devices and accessories, bringing a major update to its Surface portfolio ahead of Windows 11.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 23rd Sep 2021

Hyperscale

AWS invests NZ$7.5 billion in Aotearoa with new data centre region in Auckland

The company estimates that, over the next 15 years, the new infrastructure region will add over $10 billion to New Zealand's GDP.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Sep 2021

Sustainability

Build-to-rent finally gaining traction in New Zealand

Housing pressure is driving New Zealand's first large-scale build-to-rent scheme, with 295 apartments planned for Sylvia Park in Auckland.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 22nd Sep 2021

Microsoft

PwC expands Microsoft team as it looks to scale up capability

PwC New Zealand expands its Technology Consulting Alliances team with the appointments of Hamish Dobson and Phil Hu, boosting its Microsoft capability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Sep 2021