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MediMap director says hacker corrupted patient details after stealing user login credentials
It's the second major cyber attack on a health platform in the past few months.
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DJI drones: Are they a cybersecurity risk?
Waikato land development company, Kotare Consultants, has no concerns with DJI drones despite looming restrictions in the United States. Video / Mike Scott
Police preparing for formal interview with suspected shooter Naveed Akram
The death toll stands at 15, with 22 people still being treated in hospital.
Patrick Sharp: Hackers set to outpace defenders in 2026 cyber war
Kordia research shows 59% of NZ businesses faced a cyber attack last year.
‘Gutting’: IT Professionals NZ goes bust after twin accounting shocks – Tech Insider
Audit reviews of the association's previous years' accounts are under way.
Simon Ings: Why lone killers follow 'scripts' – and how one expert thinks we can stop them
REVIEW: Paul Mullen says mass killers often copycat scripts from past atrocities.
'Ultra-polished' scams: Why phishing emails are becoming harder to spot
And what to do if you end up clicking the malicious link.
Child sex exploitation, bestiality material allegedly found on work devices of ex-top cop
Media can now report nature of material that led to resignation of deputy police chief.
'Deep cuts': Hundreds of health IT jobs to be axed
IT workers in healthcare are being told this week if their jobs are being disestablished.
'Malicious actor' downloaded private information about Health NZ staff
There is no evidence the leaked information was shared or posted online.
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.
'World's cold wallet': NZ fintech launches $100m crypto fund
Māori-led fintech launches NZ's first crypto fund, aiming for $100m in year one.
Simon Wilson: Why did John Key endorse Donald Trump?
OPINION: Sixty billionaires are supporting Donald Trump. So is Sir John Key.
'Unacceptable' that AI tools and global tech companies still lag in te reo pronunciation
Proficient Māori language speakers need to be involved, says Māori tech innovator.
Mood of the Boardroom: Barfoot & Thompson’s Peter Thompson on rising insurance costs
Plus the three biggest worries held by the real estate boss.
Opinion: How AI can revolutionise healthcare and ease pressure on doctors
OPINION: AI can transform how we diagnose, treat, and manage health conditions.
The Hits Ben Boyce's nightmare trip home from US amid tech blackout
The radio personality shared what it was like being stuck in the US.
NZ law firm predicts legal class actions in wake of Crowdstrike global IT outage chaos
Shareholder claims against unprepared organisations are also a possibility.
CrowdStrike chaos: Microsoft’s tone-deaf ‘less than 1%’ post
That tiny percentage included your bank and your supermarket.
Opinion: The likely cause of CrowdStrike chaos – and how Trump could undermine cyber security
OPINION: The former President undermined a key agency – and could gut it if re-elected.
'Increase in phishing': Scam warning as 'malicious cyber actors' take advantage of IT outage
National cyber intelligence agency warns Kiwis to 'be alert' to scammers amid IT outage.
Retailers cop ‘aggressive customer behaviour’ during IT outage
Some customers became 'quite agitated' as payment systems went down in the global outage.
Opinion: IT outage exposes vulnerabilities in global information ecosystem
OPINION: Modern technology incidents paralyse the world in new and interesting ways.
'Overwhelming expectation' NZ systems back up and running soon – Seymour
New Zealand dodges worst of global IT glitch as services recover this morning.
Why is the internet down worldwide? Everything you need to know
Companies across the globe are struggling to get online.
Major IT outage strikes companies across Australia
The incident is affecting banks, media outlets, airports and government services.
Maori tech and game developers eye China markets
The group hopes to build relationships with other tech firms.
Crossing the bridge: One NZ leaving North Shore for new $550m site
Big move is expected to occur next November when 1200 staff are due to shift.
Do you use public charging ports at the airport? You might want to stop
Avoid becoming a prime target for scammers.
Te Taumata to promote wāhine Māori in global tech markets
'We are committed to supporting the growth of wāhine Māori in technology.'