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Norton tackles hackers using Wi-Fi
Wireless Networks

Norton tackles hackers using Wi-Fi

Norton unveils a new app to secure personal data on risky public Wi-Fi, as their report reveals user confusion aids hackers.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jun 2016
Mark Zuckerberg masks his webcam - should you?
Facebook

Mark Zuckerberg masks his webcam - should you?

Both the webcam and dual microphone on his laptop are covered by tape, this shows the tech-savvy Facebook boss is worried about being spied on.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jun 2016
FLocker malware targeting Android smart TVs
Malware

FLocker malware targeting Android smart TVs

FLocker is the latest a malicious ransomware agent that is targeting smart TVs running the Android operating system, Norton reports.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jun 2016
Zuckerberg password breach prompts warning about account security
Data Protection

Zuckerberg password breach prompts warning about account security

Change your password now and make it strong. That's the advice from Symantec after Mark Zuckerberg was the latest victim of a password leak.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jun 2016
Security hole in Symantec antivirus exposes Windows, Linux and Macs
Endpoint Protection

Security hole in Symantec antivirus exposes Windows, Linux and Macs

A major security vulnerability has been uncovered by UK white hat hacker and Google Project Zero developer, Tavis Ormandy.

By Patrick Pilcher • 2 min read • Wed, 18th May 2016
Kiwi company raises $7.5M in funding, sets sights on bigger markets
Digital Entertainment

Kiwi company raises $7.5M in funding, sets sights on bigger markets

NZ's 90 Seconds snags US$7.5M to revolutionise global video production, with Sequoia India leading the investment into expanding markets.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Apr 2016
Microsoft brings Power Bi to Xero
Fintech

Microsoft brings Power Bi to Xero

Xero teams up with Microsoft Power BI to give small businesses better access to and analysis of financial data.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 10th Feb 2016
What does a child genius and dance music have in common? Cyber security, of course
Gaming

What does a child genius and dance music have in common? Cyber security, of course

TechDay talked to Walter O'Brien, founder of Scorpion and computer science extraordinaire, about his latest foray into the world of cyber security.

By Catherine Knowles • 7 min read • Fri, 5th Feb 2016
NZ in danger of becoming a 'cyber dinosaur'
Cybersecurity

NZ in danger of becoming a 'cyber dinosaur'

New Zealand businesses face cyber dinosaur fate if information sharing hubs not established, warns Institute of Directors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 7th Dec 2015
Kiwis overconfident when it comes to online security
Symantec

Kiwis overconfident when it comes to online security

Symantec says that despite the concern and awareness of cybercrime, consumers are overconfident in their online security behaviours.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Nov 2015
Symantec: Ransomware on the rise
Malware

Symantec: Ransomware on the rise

There's no shortage of security issues. Ransomeware on the rise, and the Internet of Things (IoT) is providing rich pickings for cyber crims.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Tue, 27th Oct 2015
Hands-on Review: Norton Security 2015
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Norton Security 2015

In the bad old days keeping a PC secure was simple. Nowadays, a huge chunk of our lives exists online, and digital security issues have escalated.

By Patrick Pilcher • 6 min read • Tue, 27th Oct 2015
The generation most at risk of online threats in NZ? Millennials.
Physical Security

The generation most at risk of online threats in NZ? Millennials.

New research reveals that millennials in New Zealand are the most at risk of online threats. #millennials #onlinesecurity.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2015

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Norton stories

What is wrong with New Zealand? Cyber harassment against women has reached epidemic levels
Cyberbullying

What is wrong with New Zealand? Cyber harassment against women has reached epidemic levels

What is wrong with New Zealand? Three quarters of our Kiwi women under 30 and more than half of all Kiwi women have experienced online harassment.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Jul 2016
Xero adds search, completes cloud accounting software first
Fintech

Xero adds search, completes cloud accounting software first

Xero has added a new feature known as 'Search for Xero', available from any screen within the app, to enable faster navigation and a better workflow.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Dec 2015
Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch
Wearables

Huawei NZ joins the new arms race with Huawei Watch

Huawei has debuted its Huawei Watch in New Zealand, with retailers Harvey Norman, Noel Leeming and JB Hi-Fi among the retailers carrying the device.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Nov 2015
Xero updates its Android app
Fintech

Xero updates its Android app

Xero has revamped its Xero Touch app for Android, embracing Google's material design standards to enhance user experience and support small businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 4th Aug 2015