NZSIS stories

New Zealand agencies issue security guidance for tech start-ups
Wed, 30th Oct 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
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collaboration
New Zealand's security agencies have issued guidance for emerging tech firms, addressing risks from foreign-state actors amid rising cyber threats.

NZSIS report highlights rising threat from foreign interference
Thu, 5th Sep 2024
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
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terrorism
The NZSIS has revealed its annual Security Threat Environment report, outlining rising threats like foreign interference and violent extremism in New Zealand.

Kiwi intelligence agencies welcome human rights compliance review
Fri, 5th Jul 2024
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gcsb
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mps
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nzsis
NZSIS and GCSB are welcoming an IGIS review on Human Rights Risk Assessments with open arms, highlighting a need for enhanced oversight and compliance.

Review finds NZSIS use of CCTV surveillance 'lawful & responsible'
Mon, 28th Jun 2021
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surveillance
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inspector general of intelligence and security
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nzsis
The Inspector-General of Intelligence and Security is 'satisfied' that CCTV surveillance by NZSIS is not used for general surveillance.

GCSB welcomes Inspector-General's report on intelligence warrants
Mon, 17th Dec 2018
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surveillance
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ai security
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gcsb
The GCSB welcomes Cheryl Gwyn's report affirming its lawful warrant systems, though differing on 'Type 1' and 'Type 2' warrant interpretations remain.

GCSB and NZSIS bring new Minister up to speed with NZ's state of security
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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cybersecurity
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gcsb
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nzsis
Minister for the GCSB and NZSIS Andrew Little has been briefed on his new role, according to an unclassified briefing document.

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