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Russian disinformation sites target NZ with te reo Māori content
'Pravda' sites in New Zealand are part of a global 'hybrid war' campaign.
Cyber threat highest it’s ever been, ex-Five Eyes leader warns
The UK's former national cybersecurity CEO is worried.
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‘I worry how vulnerable people will be’: Kiwi actor Martin Henderson on deepfake fears
The Kiwi actor fears advances in technology will make criminals more money.
‘Cease all contact’: Actor Martin Henderson on romance scam heartbreak
The Shortland Street and Grey's Anatomy actor called the romance scam sad and horrific.
The demographic most likely to be taken in by a scam (it’s not who you think)
Gangland expert turns his attention to cybercriminals.
‘We were that close’: Couple narrowly avoid $270k scam after lawyer’s email hacked
The scam involved a fake invoice from their law firm's compromised account.
Spy agency says online threats to NZ likely to intensify
Ransomware a persistent threat to smaller businesses and even schools, agency says.
US Treasury’s sanctions office hacked by Chinese Government, officials say
Troubling breaches of US firms and agencies could intensify friction between US and China.
US Treasury says it was targeted by China state-sponsored cyberattack
The incident happened this month, according to a letter to Congress.
Microsoft global exec on Collins’ AI strategy, security turnaround
Tech giant recalibrated after two serious breaches.
Leaked document warns cyber risks with IT staff cuts at Health NZ
Mass IT layoffs could prolong outages, impacting patient care, a risk register warns.
Sasha Borissenko: Why NZ lawyers face festive season cyber crime surge
OPINION: Cyber crime alert as the Law Society cautions the legal sector on scams.
Cyber security agency reports spike in hacking incidents
Other surveys suggest under-reporting, while there are job losses at Cert NZ.
Facebook Marketplace NZ Post scam rife, Kiwi cybersecurity expert reveals counter-attacks
Scammers scale up their Christmas tricks, but another secretive group is watching them.
Meta introduces anti-scam ad measure in Australia, where a A$50m fine is threatened, but not NZ
PLUS: Bayly nudges telcos, social media firms with new open letters.
DHL investigates potential text message ‘smishing’ scam
Parcel delivery texts citing 'Customs' issues could be bogus, now under investigation.
Microsoft targets Egyptian linked to DIY phishing kits
Attacks have surged in recent months, with criminals increasingly using QR codes.
'Black Fraud Day?': Black Friday scams make for phishy business with QR cons, fake shops
Black Fraud Day? Desperate scammers may entice people desperate for deals.
Bayly appointed lead anti-scam minister, reveals big meet-up
The minister reveals a three-pronged push and is eyeing Aussie mega-fines.
Kiwis lose $2.3b to online scams, Government readies three big moves
New type of scam emerges as the biggest threat.
Opinion: The proposed anti-stalking law is good news – but must be future-proofed
OPINION: Emerging technologies will undoubtedly introduce new ways to cyber stalk.
Ryan Bridge: I got scammed, now I'm cashing in on my own misfortune
OPINION: Technology is like legs. Excellent when working but crippling when they're not.
Exclusive Auckland private school warns parents of data breach
The school has warned its community to remain vigilant.
Diana Clement: Would you pay for goods with your face?
OPINION: Criminals are already finding ways to get around facial recognition security.
Tech Insider: Mighty Ape co-founder turns Book Hero
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Banks set date to introduce key anti-scam measure, reimbursement question still hanging
Watchdog says it's 'shameful' banks took so long to introduce confirmation of payee tech.
2degrees wins big education contract previously held by Spark
Sir John Key's Palo Alto Networks is also part of the new N4L line-up.
Is Temu a threat to security? NZ officials won't say
US lawmakers have sought an FBI briefing over whether Temu is a risk to national security.
Data stolen from thousands in ransomware attack on hearing clinic
Thousands of customers are expected to have sensitive data leaked to the dark web.
'Sleepless nights': Charity couple out of pocket, without answers after targeted cybercrime
The couple have been left without answers and are continually concerned for their safety.
Buyer beware: Scam e-shops continue to plague consumers
Kiwis continue to share their stories online, with Elyse Auckland the latest to be found.
Passports, licences stolen in Competenz hack affecting 6000 - who pays for replacements?
What the law says about stolen IDs.