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Netsafe welcomes public feedback on draft of Code of Practice for Online Safety and Harms
Google

Netsafe welcomes public feedback on draft of Code of Practice for Online Safety and Harms

The code aims to establish a self-regulatory framework to protect New Zealanders from online harm and harmful content.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
Better consultation needed for new Online Safety Code
Netsafe

Better consultation needed for new Online Safety Code

Lack of community engagement threatens success of New Zealand's new online safety Code of Practice, say organisations.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd Dec 2021
Remote working putting organisations at risk of ransomware
Virtual Private Networks

Remote working putting organisations at risk of ransomware

Poorly configured remote access systems are leaving Kiwi businesses exposed, with CERT NZ warning ransomware reports hit a quarterly high.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Aug 2021
Netsafe works with global tech giants to address online harm in NZ
Google

Netsafe works with global tech giants to address online harm in NZ

Facebook, Google, TikTok, and Twitter are joining Netsafe to develop a code of practice for online safety in New Zealand.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Aug 2021
Dealing with vaccine misinformation in your workplace
Human Capital Management

Dealing with vaccine misinformation in your workplace

Employers are being urged to counter false claims about COVID-19 jabs with trusted facts so staff can make informed choices.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Jun 2021
Four ways to step up your cyber defence
Data Protection

Four ways to step up your cyber defence

New Zealanders are being urged to tighten account security as attacks rise, with simple steps helping to reduce the risk of theft and identity fraud.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 20th Oct 2020
Simple ways to protect against cyberattacks
Malware

Simple ways to protect against cyberattacks

Remote workers and online shoppers in New Zealand are facing a surge in Covid-19-themed phishing, ransomware and malware attacks.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 27th Sep 2020
Hands-on Review: Norton Security gets the safety and freedom balance right
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Norton Security gets the safety and freedom balance right

Norton Security strikes a balance between comprehensive protection and user freedom, catering to both novices and seasoned tech enthusiasts.

By Darren Price • 6 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2019
May 17 is Pink Shirt Day: How you can help prevent cyberbullying
Cyberbullying

May 17 is Pink Shirt Day: How you can help prevent cyberbullying

This Friday May 17 is Pink Shirt Day, which is a colourful way to raise awareness about a serious and in some cases tragic issue: cyberbullying.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2019
Updated: NZ ISPs block internet footage of Christchurch shootings
Online Safety

Updated: NZ ISPs block internet footage of Christchurch shootings

New Zealand ISPs, including Spark, Vodafone, and 2degrees, are blocking websites showing Christchurch shooting footage to prevent further dissemination.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Mar 2019

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Surfshark adds a website safety warning feature to its browser extension
Virtual Private Networks

Surfshark adds a website safety warning feature to its browser extension

Surfshark created website safety warning feature that encourages people to be more mindful about the data they are giving to websites and digital platforms.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Jan 2022
TikTok's unveils plans to safeguard and diversify recommendations
Social Media

TikTok's unveils plans to safeguard and diversify recommendations

TikTok has unveiled new details about the platform's work to safeguard and diversify its recommendation system.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 27th Dec 2021
Internet infrastructure strained as demand for servers surges 30%
DataCentre infrastructure

Internet infrastructure strained as demand for servers surges 30%

The COVID-19 pandemic has driven a 30% surge in server demand as remote work and online activities strain internet infrastructure, says Heficed.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Mar 2020
ESET launches campaign to make the internet safer for children
Online Safety

ESET launches campaign to make the internet safer for children

ESET has launched its Safer Kids Online campaign, which is designed to improve education around child safety online for both parents and their children.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Sep 2019
It's hard talking to children about online safety, parents say
Online Safety

It's hard talking to children about online safety, parents say

Some parents may be worried about what their children are doing online, but they don't talk to their children enough about the issue.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2019
People and data privacy: The insights (and contradictions)
Data Privacy

People and data privacy: The insights (and contradictions)

39% of people would take money in exchange for giving a stranger complete access to their private data online.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
Eight ways to empower children to use the internet safely
Smart Home

Eight ways to empower children to use the internet safely

Digital savvy kids spend 33hrs/week online, but lack cyber safety awareness, prompting vital parental guidance.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 4 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2019
Beyond lock and key: Securing the smarthome
Internet of Things

Beyond lock and key: Securing the smarthome

As households embrace smart technology, security concerns mount. From smart locks to automated coffee makers, here's how to safeguard your connected home.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 29th Apr 2019