Netsafe stories
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Netsafe warns of inadequate response to rising online fraud
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The Ministry of Justice's latest crime survey reveals a surge in online fraud, highlighting an urgent need for a coordinated multi-agency response, says Netsafe.
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Netsafe ramps up NZ's scam defences with new AI tools
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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telco
Netsafe relaunches Re:Scam.org with advanced AI to combat scammers, as NZ's annual scam costs hit NZD $2 billion.
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Netsafe launches Hector's World to boost online safety for children
Wed, 1st May 2024
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data privacy
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privacy
In a pioneering move to protect children online, Netsafe has launched 'Hector's World', a bilingual series teaching internet safety to kids aged 5-10 in England and Te Reo Māori.
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Netsafe allies with CYBERA for enhanced scam recovery
Thu, 14th Mar 2024
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email security
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netsafe
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scams
Netsafe forms a coalition with CYBERA, Dolla, and Akahu to aid New Zealanders in recovering funds lost to scams, targeting banking, crypto, and telecom sectors.
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Netsafe launches online safety programme for seniors in New Zealand
Thu, 15th Feb 2024
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email security
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scams
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nz
Netsafe, a charitable organisation in New Zealand, has launched 'Get Set Up for Safety', a nationwide initiative to equip senior citizens with skills to combat online threats such as fraud and scams.
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New Netsafe alliance formed to combat rising cyber fraud
Wed, 10th Jan 2024
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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email security
To combat the rising threat of cyber fraud, a new alliance aims to reinforce consumer safety in banking, cryptocurrency, and telecommunications sectors in NZ.
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Netsafe reveals growing online harm for New Zealanders
Fri, 29th Dec 2023
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
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nz
Netsafe's 2023 research reveals a sharp rise in harmful digital communications experienced by New Zealanders, with almost half of the Māori population and many under 30 falling victim.
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Netsafe & 2Degrees partner to promote smartphone safety to Kiwis
Mon, 23rd Oct 2023
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digital entertainment
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spotify
A UK grime artist, 2Degrees, and Netsafe have created a programme to teach Kiwi children about smartphone safety.
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Spark unveils Esports initiatives: Game Arena and 'The Rise Cup':
Tue, 3rd Oct 2023
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partner programmes
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Spark announces the launch of Spark Game Arena, with the nationwide tournament The Rise Cup featuring Fortnite, and a $30,000 prize pool up for grabs.
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Meta, Netsafe, Consumer NZ launch scams detection tool
Fri, 28th Jul 2023
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email security
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cybersecurity
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scams
Five digital organisation’s including Meta and Netsafe are launching a detection tool to stop New Zealanders from being scammed.
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How well do rangatahi understand cyber safety in Aotearoa?
Fri, 12th Aug 2022
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online safety
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rangatahi
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netsafe
Do rangatahi in Aotearoa understand the importance of being safe online, or has lifelong exposure to the internet resulted in widespread complacency?.
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Major media companies sign new online safety framework for Aotearoa
Mon, 25th Jul 2022
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netsafe
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online security
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nztech
A new joint development between Netsafe and some of the world's leading social media companies is set to provide Kiwis with safer online experiences.
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Online bullying, harassment skyrockets since COVID outbreak
Thu, 7th Jul 2022
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cybersecurity
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cyberbullying
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netsafe
Harmful content reports have risen by over 25% since the outbreak of the COVID pandemic, according to Netsafe.
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Māori and cyber safety - Examining an unsafe online climate and the need for action
Mon, 30th May 2022
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cybersecurity
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research
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netsafe
Aotearoa's cybersecurity initiatives are failing to protect Māori communities from online risks and discrimination, leading to calls for change.
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The generation gap: Protecting our kaumātua online
Wed, 30th Mar 2022
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email security
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wireless networks
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cybersecurity
New Zealand's elderly population is at risk of cyber threats due to a lack of online safety knowledge and support systems, says Age Concern NZ.
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COVID-19 and cybersecurity: Technology and risk in Aotearoa
Fri, 25th Mar 2022
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phishing
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email security
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cybersecurity
Scammers are using COVID-19 to exploit New Zealanders' personal information and financial details, warns cybersecurity agency Netsafe.
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How safe is New Zealand’s disabled community online?
Tue, 22nd Mar 2022
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esg
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cybersecurity
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digital inclusion
New Zealand invests over $75m in cybersecurity for health system amid growing cyber threats and questions arise over online safety for disabled individuals.
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Schooling security: How safe are Kiwi kids in the age of hybrid learning?
Fri, 25th Feb 2022
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edutech
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e-learning
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schools
The risks of online schooling in New Zealand are significantly higher than pre-pandemic, with cyber safety a major concern.
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Netsafe welcomes public feedback on draft of Code of Practice for Online Safety and Harms
Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
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facebook
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twitter
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google
The code aims to establish a self-regulatory framework to protect New Zealanders from online harm and harmful content.
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Better consultation needed for new Online Safety Code
Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
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netsafe
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online safety
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internetnz
Lack of community engagement threatens success of New Zealand's new online safety Code of Practice, say organisations.