Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) stories - Page 3

Aura InfoSec hires former GCSB exec to push the future of cybersecurity
Tue, 8th Aug 2017
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Aura Information Security has appointed former GCSB’s head of consultancy services Barry Brailey as its new principal security consultant.

New Zealand book tackles local and global cyber security policy
Tue, 4th Apr 2017
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massey university
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cybersecurity strategy
A new book by Massey University Press delves into the state of cyber security in New Zealand and aims to encourage discussion on the topic.

InternetNZ calls out Govt's Intelligence and Security Bill
Tue, 16th Aug 2016
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Government's Intelligence and Security Bill raises concerns for InternetNZ, who believe it goes against the purpose of a free and open society.

New Zealand security services receives funding boost
Tue, 26th May 2015
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nzsis
New Zealand security services to receive $20m funding boost for essential services and recruitment, says government.

Inquiry into GCSB spying claims confirmed
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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inspector general of intelligence and security
Office of the Inspector General of Intelligence & Security will investigate allegations of GCSB interception of communications in the South Pacific.

Green Party calls out prime minister on Pacific Island spying
Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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The Green Party demands an explanation from New Zealand Prime Minister John Key over illegal spying on citizens of Cook Islands and Niue.

InternetNZ boss slams mass collection of Pacific data
Thu, 5th Mar 2015
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New Zealand's alleged mass data harvesting on Pacific Island nations raises concerns about privacy, says InternetNZ.

Greens call for opposition involvement in hiring of new GCSB director
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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Greens demand cross-party say in new GCSB chief's hiring to ensure political neutrality, amid criticisms of the current system.

REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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personal computing devices
We explain the legislative act that governs relations between the New Zealand telecommunications industry and surveillance agencies.

Hands up if you're telling the truth...?!
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Laila Harré challenges PM's credibility on GCSB surveillance, following Snowden's claims of spying on New Zealanders.

Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.

Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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network infrastructure
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.

Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.

The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.

Dotcom: “We’ll close one of the Five Eyes…”
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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government
Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom’s ‘Moment of Truth’ event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.

'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.

Internet MANA... Time to shine light on 'shadowy' spies?
Mon, 1st Sep 2014
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internet party
Internet MANA promises to set up inquiry into New Zealand's intelligence agencies, focusing on oversight and surveillance.

Can Key rule out that GCSB is sharing NZ’s data?
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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New evidence suggests that New Zealand's GCSB is sharing metadata with the NSA, contradicting government claims. #surveillance #privacy.

Key must 'come clean' on NSA / GCSB fibre optic cable interception
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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Green Party calls on PM John Key to explain discussions about a US interception site on New Zealand's fibre optic cable.

Will Kiwis ever get justice over spying saga?
Tue, 22nd Jul 2014
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Green Party claims New Zealanders spied on by Government will never get justice after Police found not negligent.