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Kiwi tech firms unite in global security push

Wed, 14th Aug 2013
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High-growth technology companies form the Security Technology Alliance, designed to create a new high-growth and high-value industry category for the country.
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Naked sex chats help blackmail Kiwis out of $4.4m

Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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Horny New Zealanders taking part in naked online video chat sessions are being blackmailed, with Kiwis losing $4.4m last year due to internet scams.
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Expect more Android security issues this year…

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Trend Micro forecasts a surge in Android security threats, with malicious app numbers set to top 1m this year, outpacing PC malware growth.
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Sex, trafficking and preventative software…

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Fighting against sex trafficking and child exploitation, Wynyard Group's technology is being used to combat the 'rape-for-profit' industry in Asia-Pacific.
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Is your company Edward Snowden-proof?

Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Whistleblower haunts organisations, who are now investing greater time and money into monitoring inside security threats.
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$100K Reward: Microsoft Bounty Hunters

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Microsoft is paying up to $100k to hackers who can find bugs and vulnerabilities in its software as part of its bug bounty program.
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Microsoft joins the party… slams NZ Telco bill

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Microsoft criticises NZ's Telco bill, joining tech titans in warning against threats to privacy and industry growth.
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All systems go as Symantec avoids PC woe

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Security software company beats analysts expectations during Q1, thanks to reduced costs following a decline in PC sales.
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Internet hackers Royally scam users

Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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While the world celebrated, scammers have taken advantage, kicking into immediate action following the birth of the royal baby.
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You gotta fight, for Dotcom's right, for transparency…

Tue, 30th Jul 2013
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Megaupload founder dispatches legal team to Wellington today, as his lawyers fight for full disclosure in New Zealand's highest court.
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Is your Android phone stale…?

Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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How can a phone be stale and how can you tell? It's not like bread where you can squeeze it and tell it's stale because it's hard and know it's not good to eat.
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Key: Kiwis don't know what they're talking about

Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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Prime Minister believes GCSB protesters are either misinformed or pursuing a political agenda as thousands rally in opposition to the bill.
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Rallying Kiwis rebel against GCSB bill

Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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Thousands unite across New Zealand in protest against the government's GCSB spying bill, led by Kim Dotcom in Auckland.
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Why taking down Apple's Developer site was a good idea...

Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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If we had more companies respond to breaches in this way, we (technology, privacy, security and cyber threats) would be much better off as an industry.
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Privacy scare? NZ govt should grow a pair

Fri, 26th Jul 2013
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Kim Dotcom's crusade against NZ's GCSB Bill continues, rallying over 400 in Auckland to demand a halt to dangerous spy agency powers.
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The dangers of SnapChat...

Fri, 19th Jul 2013
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This message will self-destruct in five seconds. That's the premise behind SnapChat and is hailed as the new Instagram...
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NZ spies carry damaging disguise

Fri, 12th Jul 2013
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NZ plans to extend spy laws spark fears of unchecked surveillance and privacy invasion, questioning the morality of mass data collection.
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Facebook slams NZ spying law

Thu, 11th Jul 2013
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Social networking giant seeks an exemption over government proposals which could see over two million Kiwis spied on by authorities.
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Event Invite - Stop cyberattacks with Palo Alto

Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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Protect your business from cyber threats with Palo Alto's webinar on July 17, learning the lifecycle of attacks and how to stop them.
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BTG goes Gold with Fortinet

Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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BTG elevates to Gold Partner Status with Fortinet, showcasing its blend of mid-size agility and top-tier ability in New Zealand's tech sector.