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Wellington social enterprise launches web app for volunteers
Unified Communications

Wellington social enterprise launches web app for volunteers

New social enterprise web app, Collaborate, connects volunteers with opportunities, launching on October 25 with 300 beta testers.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Oct 2017
Big win for Microsoft as Symantec moves to Azure
Public Cloud

Big win for Microsoft as Symantec moves to Azure

Symantec will move its data servers to Microsoft Azure cloud – a key step in the company's initiative to adopt a hybrid cloud strategy.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Oct 2017
Hands-on Review: Norton WiFi Privacy
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Norton WiFi Privacy

Norton WiFi Privacy, more than just a VPN, offers users encryption not just from crooks, but from prying eyes and geoblocks.

By Darren Price • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Aug 2017
Singapore - a hotspot for ZeroStack's private cloud business
Private Cloud

Singapore - a hotspot for ZeroStack's private cloud business

ZeroStack's private cloud business is booming in Singapore, adding three new customers and partners in the last quarter.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Tue, 8th Aug 2017
Kiwis flirt with trouble through our love of public WiFi – here's how VPNs can make us safer
Virtual Private Networks

Kiwis flirt with trouble through our love of public WiFi – here's how VPNs can make us safer

Public WiFi is an irresistible concept. The internet is at your fingertips, often at no cost, and your Facebook is just a tap away.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 7th Aug 2017
In-depth: Security experts explain the WannaCry ransomware's world domination
Malware

In-depth: Security experts explain the WannaCry ransomware's world domination

Does it make you WannaCry? Experts from around the world comment on the ransomware's deadly attacks over the weekend, & if there's a way to stop it.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017
Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law
Data Protection

Why a VPN is essential in Australia after the Metadata Retention Law

As Australia enforces metadata retention, VPNs become crucial to safeguard privacy from government surveillance, making Get a VPN Day more relevant than ever.

By Anas Baig • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2017
New product defends SMBs from cyber attacks - big opportunity for resellers
Cybersecurity

New product defends SMBs from cyber attacks - big opportunity for resellers

Attackers love the fact that SMBs often don't see security as a priority. Now resellers can take advantage of Norton Security for Professionals.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Apr 2017
Is your network protected? Cyber crime in the age of information
Wireless Networks

Is your network protected? Cyber crime in the age of information

Within the last four years, online security and data breaches have grown increasingly threatening, compromising big name companies.

By Mallory Weiler • 6 min read • Fri, 27th Jan 2017
Norton's top tips to stay safe online
Wireless Networks

Norton's top tips to stay safe online

Norton shares tips to stay safe online, including avoiding password promiscuity and being cautious with public Wi-Fi.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 7th Dec 2016
Norton gives the low down on the Google breach
Malware

Norton gives the low down on the Google breach

Over one million Google accounts hacked through malicious Android apps, with 13,000 new infections daily. #Gooligan.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 5th Dec 2016

Stories from Other Regions

First round of speakers announced for Festival for the Future
Mental Health

First round of speakers announced for Festival for the Future

The event brings together young innovators and influencers to explore the big issues of our time, and build ideas and skills necessary for the future.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 30th May 2017
Kiwi business? Ignoring security? You might face a triple backlash
Cybersecurity

Kiwi business? Ignoring security? You might face a triple backlash

New Zealand's SMB must face up to the reasons why they need better cybersecurity, or risk backlash from the law, customers & partners.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Wed, 17th May 2017
In-depth: Norton by Symantec explains how Kiwi SMBs lose $19,000 from cyber attacks
Malware

In-depth: Norton by Symantec explains how Kiwi SMBs lose $19,000 from cyber attacks

Cyber blows to Kiwi SMBs average £19k, Norton survey shows. Urgent action needed as attacks surge, with email scams top culprit.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 13th Mar 2017
Bad experiences for almost 70 percent of Kiwi online daters - tips for success
Symantec

Bad experiences for almost 70 percent of Kiwi online daters - tips for success

If you're planning to find your Mr or Mrs Right online, then it would pay to take note of the Norton Online Dating Survey first.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Feb 2017
Online bullying worse than the playground
Symantec

Online bullying worse than the playground

More New Zealand parents worry about their children being bullied online than on a playground, according to a report from Norton by Symantec.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Feb 2017
New Zealand's 'love affair' with online shopping at Xmas a cyber security concern
Online shopping

New Zealand's 'love affair' with online shopping at Xmas a cyber security concern

New Zealanders plan to do 40% of Christmas shopping online, despite concerns over cyber security, says Norton by Symantec.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Tue, 13th Dec 2016
Hackers are polishing their skills while Kiwis get complacent
Wireless Networks

Hackers are polishing their skills while Kiwis get complacent

New Zealanders are not learning from their mistakes when it comes to cybercrime, warns a new report from Norton by Symantec.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Dec 2016