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11 new orgs join fight against insidious Stalkerware

Tue, 2nd Jun 2020
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Founded last year, the Coalition Against Stalkerware brings together cybersecurity vendors, domestic violence organisations, and digital rights advocates.
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Cybercriminals seeking greater anonymity online, Trend Micro states

Wed, 27th May 2020
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Cybercriminals have switched to eCommerce platforms and communication using Discord for greater anonymity, according to new research from Trend Micro.
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Swann releases two new smart security cameras

Tue, 26th May 2020
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Swann introduces the innovative Tracker Security Camera and the Enforcer Camera System, enhancing home and business security with cutting-edge features.
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Vodafone NZ update: demand for internet remains 'incredibly high'

Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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Vodafone NZ reports a 60% rise in voice calls and a 688% increase in video conferencing tool usage amid New Zealand's level 4 lockdown.
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Any internet user can order cyber attack for less than $20 - study

Tue, 11th Feb 2020
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A study by DE-CIX and global researchers reveals any internet user can order a cyber attack for less than USD $20, raising concerns on DDoS resilience.
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Public divided over police use of facial recognition - survey

Mon, 10th Feb 2020
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The response comes as the European Union considers a ban on the use of facial recognition tech by law enforcement.
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As AI accelerates, focus on road conditions - SAS

Mon, 3rd Feb 2020
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AI is becoming integral to business operations, but firms must address potential pitfalls, such as governance and cultural challenges, to sustain progress.
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UK's cybersecurity laws 'crying out for reform'

Wed, 29th Jan 2020
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UK's Computer Misuse Act 1990 needs urgent reform to enable cybersecurity professionals to combat cybercrime effectively, says report.
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UK privacy watchdog 'deeply concerned' about live facial recognition

Wed, 17th Jul 2019
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The UK Information Commissioner warns that live facial recognition technology poses significant privacy risks, urging strict adherence to data laws.
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Europol, FBI, Bitdefender team up on ransomware decryptor

Tue, 18th Jun 2019
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The decryptor neutralises the latest versions of GandCrab – the most prolific families of file-encrypting malware to date.
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IRD shuts down fraudulent direct debit scam

Mon, 10th Jun 2019
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Inland Revenue halts scam involving fraudulent transactions on bank accounts; working with police and banks to investigate further.
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Scams rampant on dating websites and apps

Wed, 5th Jun 2019
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Romance scams cost Brits £50m in 2018, with dating sites and apps the hardest to tackle due to their small, personalised nature, says Action Fraud.
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Treasury “deliberately and systematically” hacked

Wed, 29th May 2019
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This follows the opposition party's unexpected release of details of the Government's Budget, which were due to be made public on Thursday.
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Unisys integrates security into Dell EMC Cyber Recovery

Thu, 2nd May 2019
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Stealth 4.0 gives clients the ability to take immediate action to respond to security incidents, stopping attacks in progress.
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Study analyses drones' potential to be weapons of cyber attacks & terrorism

Mon, 1st Apr 2019
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The biggest challenge, according to the research, is finding out what a drone's purpose is in a non-restricted area.
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Kathmandu breached, customer information accessed

Thu, 14th Mar 2019
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Kathmandu is notifying potentially affected customers directly and has advised them to change their passwords for its online loyalty programme.
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Uganda Police Force uses biometrics to catch criminals

Tue, 12th Feb 2019
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Police in Uganda are using biometric data and solutions to help them identify suspects and solve crimes in a more efficient way.
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Norwegian security firm thwarts state-sponsored attack by APT10

Mon, 11th Feb 2019
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Norwegian cybersecurity firm Visma, aided by Recorded Future and Rapid7, foils alleged cyberespionage attack by Chinese state-sponsored group APT10.
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How Fintech will impact Kiwi businesses in 2019

Tue, 5th Feb 2019
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FintechNZ forecasts major fintech changes in 2019, impacting Kiwi businesses with financial unbundling, new investment platforms, and advancing wearable tech.
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IT security teams suffering an 'image problem'

Mon, 4th Feb 2019
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Security professionals feel like they are perceived as 'policemen', and 13% say they experience negativity from colleagues all the time.