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RealMe: The government's answer to digital natives
Unified Communications

RealMe: The government's answer to digital natives

Westcon Imagine 2014 - Richard Foy's comments on how the government is responding to an increasingly digital world.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
Tightening the grip on governmental security
Cybersecurity

Tightening the grip on governmental security

GSMA and Secure Identity Alliance have released a report that focuses on the importance of mobile identity for governments.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Oct 2014
Can the internet save you from food poisoning?
Health Technologies

Can the internet save you from food poisoning?

Food gradings are a handy way to check the health and safety rating of a restaurant or cafe so you get all of the delicious with none of the disease.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Oct 2014
Where is the government's UFB rollout up to
Unified Communications

Where is the government's UFB rollout up to

In a recent update, Chorus says New Zealand is ranked first for growth in fibre coverage from 2012 to 2013 worldwide.

By Donovan Jackson • 2 min read • Wed, 1st Oct 2014
REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...
Gaming

REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...

We explain the legislative act that governs relations between the New Zealand telecommunications industry and surveillance agencies.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2014
Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Gaming

Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims

PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014
Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims
Network Infrastructure

Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims

Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014
Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt
Government

Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt

Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014
The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM
Data Privacy

The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM

Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014
Dotcom: “We'll close one of the Five Eyes…”
Data Privacy

Dotcom: “We'll close one of the Five Eyes…”

Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom's 'Moment of Truth' event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Sep 2014
'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...
Data Privacy

'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...

PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 15th Sep 2014

Stories from Other Regions

NZ govt's social housing plans aim to alleviate poverty, PM Key says
Government

NZ govt's social housing plans aim to alleviate poverty, PM Key says

The government's plan to increase the private provision of state-housing is part of a wider goal to alleviate the country's most vulnerable by putt.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
NZ Fire Service adopts a neighbourly approach
Government

NZ Fire Service adopts a neighbourly approach

The New Zealand Fire Service has seen a significant increase in fire safety awareness after a trial of Neighbourly.co.nz.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Oct 2014
How I would spend Chorus' marketing dollar
Unified Communications

How I would spend Chorus' marketing dollar

Gigatown marketing overshadows Chorus's core service issues, argues CEO, advocating better education and resource allocation for clarity.

By Brendan Ritchie • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Sep 2014
Introducing the New Zealand Excellence in IT Awards...
EduTech

Introducing the New Zealand Excellence in IT Awards...

New Zealand's IT excellence to be celebrated with the launch of sector-wide awards at ITx 2014, recognising standout individuals and teams.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Thu, 25th Sep 2014
Snow-Way? Internet MANA shuns US with whistleblower visa plans...
Breach Prevention

Snow-Way? Internet MANA shuns US with whistleblower visa plans...

Internet MANA urges NZ's new gov to offer whistleblower Edward Snowden a safe haven, citing his sacrifices in exposing global surveillance.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Sat, 20th Sep 2014
Kiwi entrepreneurs lead international counterparts... but remain wary of election result
Government

Kiwi entrepreneurs lead international counterparts... but remain wary of election result

More Kiwi entrepreneurs are profitable, increased staff and grown revenues in the past 6 months but the election is unsettling nerves.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2014
SMB boost as National outlines Business Growth Agenda...
Government

SMB boost as National outlines Business Growth Agenda...

The National Party lays out top priorities for its Business Growth Agenda to boost New Zealand's long-term growth rate.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Sep 2014