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Facebook, Google & Microsoft launch govt privacy petitions
Data Privacy

Facebook, Google & Microsoft launch govt privacy petitions

Tech giants Facebook, Google and Microsoft have released statements requesting greater transparency when it comes to gathering public data.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2013
Is the govt shutting down more bad broadband news?
Unified Communications

Is the govt shutting down more bad broadband news?

Labour accuses govt of concealing poor broadband roll-out progress, as subcontractors face millions in unpaid work.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2013
Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies
Cybersecurity

Slack IT approach risks Kiwi companies

Laissez-fare approach to wireless IT networks exposes Kiwis to cyber criminals, industrial espionage and 'hacktivists'...

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
Which side of the 4G fence are you on?
Unified Communications

Which side of the 4G fence are you on?

Telecom welcomes governments plans for the minimum reserve price of $198m for 4G spectrum, but 2degrees doesn't. Which side of the 4G fence are you on?.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
Govt to seek minimum $198m for 4G spectrum
Unified Communications

Govt to seek minimum $198m for 4G spectrum

The government will be seeking a minimum of $198 million for the rights, which are expected to be fought over by Telecom, Vodafone, and 2degrees.

By Pattrick Smellie • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
NZ ministers added to hit list for global hacker to attack
Gaming

NZ ministers added to hit list for global hacker to attack

You Protested. Your Government did not listen. We have gathered intelligence on those responsible: John Phillip Key, Peter Dunne, Bill English….

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
New dawn for New Zealand patent landscape
Government

New dawn for New Zealand patent landscape

Wednesday, August 28 marked the biggest shake up in New Zealand's Intellectual Property landscape in more than 50 years...

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2013
GCSB fights back over global hacking threat
Gaming

GCSB fights back over global hacking threat

GCSB counters Anonymous' threat to NZ govt, staying vigilant despite no major cyberattacks yet. Public opinion remains divided.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2013
Dotcom GCSB ruling… a sad day for NZ
Government

Dotcom GCSB ruling… a sad day for NZ

It's a sad day for the people of New Zealand when government spies can break the law and not be held to account for it.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 30th Aug 2013
Govt helps SMBs exploit faster broadband
Unified Communications

Govt helps SMBs exploit faster broadband

New Zealand govt launches training for SMBs to leverage ultra-fast broadband, aiming to boost online presence and ecommerce.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2013
Global hacker fires warnings at NZ govt
Government

Global hacker fires warnings at NZ govt

To the government of New Zealand: you have our full attention and we are watching your every move. Consider yourself warned.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2013
Facebook discloses NZ govt data requests…
Cybersecurity

Facebook discloses NZ govt data requests…

Social networking giant reveals official government requests for Kiwi data during the first six months of the year...

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Aug 2013
89% of Kiwis vote NO to GCSB bill
Government

89% of Kiwis vote NO to GCSB bill

The coalition to stop the GCSB bill received an 89% approval rate in Auckland last night, led by Mega founder Kim Dotcom.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Tue, 20th Aug 2013

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Kim Dotcom resigns Mega directorship to fight US charges
Government

Kim Dotcom resigns Mega directorship to fight US charges

Kim Dotcom has stepped down from his Mega data storage company directorship to concentrate on fighting US extradition charges and developing new ventures.

By Pattrick Smellie • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
Online voting set for 2016 elections trial
Cloud Services

Online voting set for 2016 elections trial

A trial of online voting will take place in the 2016 local authority elections, Local government Minister Chris Tremain has revealed.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2013
IBM comes to the aid of NZ healthcare providers
Health Technologies

IBM comes to the aid of NZ healthcare providers

IBM's Health Identity Programme revolutionises NZ healthcare by streamlining patient records, enhancing safety and care coordination.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
Kim Dotcom for PM? Call it the No Hope Party says Key
Government

Kim Dotcom for PM? Call it the No Hope Party says Key

Megaupload founder is set to launch his own political party in New Zealand, hoping to win power at the November 2014 elections.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
IT pros welcome passing of Patents Bill
Health Technologies

IT pros welcome passing of Patents Bill

The Institute of IT Professionals welcomes the near unanimous passing of the Patents Bill in Parliament, effectively removing software patents from New Zealand.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2013