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The who's who of NZ's government & public cybersecurity agencies
Cybersecurity

The who's who of NZ's government & public cybersecurity agencies

From government agencies to public initiatives, here's an inside look at who protects New Zealand's digital landscape from cyber threats.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 30th Sep 2021
Southern Cross NEXT submarine cable touches down at Auckland's Takapuna Beach
Unified Communications

Southern Cross NEXT submarine cable touches down at Auckland's Takapuna Beach

Auckland's Takapuna Beach is the landing point for a submarine cable that boosts New Zealand's international connectivity by almost 100%.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
EXCLUSIVE: The right to repair & why NZ must rethink the e-waste problem
Unified Communications

EXCLUSIVE: The right to repair & why NZ must rethink the e-waste problem

What if there was a way to extend the lifespan of products before they end up in landfill? Device repairability seems like a logical step.

By Sara Barker • 7 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021
NZ Minister for Trade and Export Growth welcomes Canada's interest in DEPA
Supply Chain

NZ Minister for Trade and Export Growth welcomes Canada's interest in DEPA

Canada expresses interest in joining Digital Economy Partnership Agreement (DEPA) with New Zealand, Singapore, and Chile. NZ Minister for Trade welcomes move.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Dec 2020
Q&A: SMX director talks TaaS, compliance and NZX attacks
Distributed Denial of Service

Q&A: SMX director talks TaaS, compliance and NZX attacks

Telecommunications-as-a-Service providers face pressure to enhance security measures following NZX attack. SMX co-founder shares insights.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Sep 2020
Microsoft to launch data centre region in New Zealand
Hyperscale

Microsoft to launch data centre region in New Zealand

Microsoft is calling the announcement a 'major milestone' towards delivering enterprise-grade cloud services locally.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th May 2020

Stories from Other Regions

Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector
Software Development

Specialist border exemptions 'drop in the ocean' for NZ's tech sector

NZTech has released a statement applauding the Government response to the critical digital skills shortage, but acknowledges that it may not be enough.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Dec 2021
It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa
Cybersecurity

It's time for Kiwis to define the meaning of digital identity in Aotearoa

New Zealand has introduced a pivotal bill to regulate digital identity, aiming to enhance trust and security in online services, while embracing Māori values.

By Sara Barker • 14 min read • Thu, 28th Oct 2021
James Arnold from Dell New Zealand shares his cancer story
Network Infrastructure

James Arnold from Dell New Zealand shares his cancer story

Dell Technologies director, James Arnold, prepares for a stem cell transplant amidst his battle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Wed, 27th Oct 2021
Trade Me hands less customer info over to authorities according to Transparency Report
Data Privacy

Trade Me hands less customer info over to authorities according to Transparency Report

Trade Me reduces customer data releases to Police and government agencies, with a 14% drop in requests from previous year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 12th Aug 2021
Consumer data right could empower Kiwis to have more control over their data
Data sharing

Consumer data right could empower Kiwis to have more control over their data

Consumers are one step closer to having more control over how their data is shared, as the UK Government plans to establish a consumer data right framework.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 9th Jul 2021
Govt to launch full inquiry into DHB ransomware attack
Malware

Govt to launch full inquiry into DHB ransomware attack

Minister Andrew Little has announced a full inquiry into the ransomware attack at Waikato DHB in the early hours of May 18.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
Budget 2021: Govt backs digital skills training for small & medium businesses
Investment

Budget 2021: Govt backs digital skills training for small & medium businesses

Budget 2021 allocates $44m over 2 years to support New Zealand's Digital Boost program for small and medium businesses.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 21st May 2021
Dynamo6 earns another spot on Govt's IT Marketplace
Software Development

Dynamo6 earns another spot on Govt's IT Marketplace

Hamilton-based IT services provider Dynamo6 has secured a place on the Government's IT Marketplace, expanding its services and closer to government.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Feb 2021
Rimini Street signs marketplace agreement with New Zealand Govt
Data Analytics

Rimini Street signs marketplace agreement with New Zealand Govt

Rimini Street becomes approved supplier on New Zealand Government Marketplace, offering support for Oracle, SAP, and Salesforce.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Feb 2021
Govt sets 5% target to include more Māori business contracts
Small Business

Govt sets 5% target to include more Māori business contracts

UK Government aims to boost opportunities for Māori businesses by awarding at least 5% of contracts to them, promoting economic recovery and inclusivity.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Dec 2020
NCSC prevents $70m harm against NZ's nationally significant organisations
Distributed Denial of Service

NCSC prevents $70m harm against NZ's nationally significant organisations

New Zealand's nationally significant organisations have faced at least 352 cyber incidents in the 2019/2020 year, but the dangers are far from over.

By Sara Barker • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Nov 2020
Privacy Act to roll out in December as Kiwis support stronger privacy laws
Hyperscale

Privacy Act to roll out in December as Kiwis support stronger privacy laws

Of 1398 polled New Zealanders, 65% are in favour of strong privacy regulation, 29% are happy with the same level of regulation, and 6% prefer less legislation.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2020