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Cloud Security

Monthly payments among bugbears for SMBs moving to cloud

SMBs grapple with monthly cloud costs despite the lure of enhanced efficiency and support, finds a SkyKick survey.

By Heather Wright • 4 min read • Mon, 15th May 2017

Application Security

F5's 'exceptional' channel growth within ANZ

F5 champions ANZ growth, with Rob Malkin leading as MD to bolster app security and partner relations amid rising virtual trends.

By Sam Worthington • 2 min read • Mon, 12th Dec 2016

Firewalls

New security tool to detect eavesdropping on fibre comms

Allied Telesis has announced the release of a new security measure to prevent eavesdropping on fibre communications.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 26th Jan 2016

Storage

Overseas vs local cloud vendors, according to ICONZ

Remote cloud options are now closer than ever, but New Zealand's ICONZ advises firms to weigh 10 key factors when choosing between local and overseas vendors.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 1st Dec 2015

Firewalls

IronKey appoints ANZ regional manager, eyes data security opportunities

IronKey is ramping up its local focus with the appointment of a regional manager for Australia and New Zealand, with Tony Stratton taking the on role.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Nov 2015

DevOps

Vulnerable mobile apps 'just waiting to be exploited'

Hackers target weak mobile apps, with AVG's CTO warning they're ripe for data theft and urging developers and stores to tighten security.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Mar 2015

Mobile Device Management

AVG releases Business SSO for IT providers and small businesses

AVG Technologies, the online security company, has announced the immediate availability of AVG Business Secure Sign-On (SSO).

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2015

GFI Software

Calling all Kiwi firms... Can we make remote IT support a little easier?

Kiwi firms, frustrated with remote IT struggles? Upgrading your remote support tools and training users can ease headaches and reduce onsite visits.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jun 2014

Stories from Other Regions

Data Security stories

Digital Transformation

Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?

A Law Foundation-backed report says faster regulation could help New Zealand avoid missing out on blockchain jobs, trade and tax benefits.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Oct 2018

Smart Cities

Demystifying blockchain

Water utilities could cut costs, improve transparency and secure data as blockchain promises a decentralised way to share records.

By Staff Writer • 11 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2018

Data Protection

Protecting your ability to contribute to a sustainable world

Rising cyberattacks on smart grids are driving utilities to adopt stronger identity checks and encryption as connected meters multiply 30% a year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th May 2018

Data Protection

Wrong email attachments a thing of the past

Mistaken file sharing could become less risky after a messaging update lets users delete sent attachments from both devices.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Sep 2017

Hybrid & Remote Work

Home is where the work is…

Remote workers’ homes can count as workplaces, leaving employers on the hook for safety checks, policies and incident response.

By Geoff • 8 min read • Tue, 25th Jul 2017

Data Protection

Are your health records safe from attackers?

Patients could face disrupted care and higher risks as a Microsoft security chief warns New Zealand health systems remain easy targets for hackers.

By Geoff • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jul 2017

Software-as-a-Service

Electricity companies to become digital utilities?

Nearly 60 per cent of industry respondents say current systems need major changes as electric cars and prosumers reshape demand.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 11th Jul 2017

Agricultural Technology

IoT deployment lagging, industry leader claims

Only 14 per cent of large firms have adopted IoT, risking missed gains of hundreds of millions of dollars across New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 27th Jun 2017

Robotics

New report offers a bold vision of a digital future

Sent to MPs and officials, the manifesto urges faster action on digital skills, broadband and cyber security to keep New Zealand competitive.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Wed, 24th May 2017

Data Analytics

How Coliban Water systems has transformed SCADA data analysis

Water utilities could improve asset management after a Coliban Water manager outlines virtual tags for analysing SCADA data at an Auckland conference.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Wed, 10th May 2017