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Seven strategies essential for handling a pandemic
Data Protection

Seven strategies essential for handling a pandemic

A review of 118 studies says early border controls, testing and tracing can help stop COVID-19 and future pandemics spreading fast.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
DHBs not included in SIS cyber security programme
Malware

DHBs not included in SIS cyber security programme

SIS won't include district health boards in information security programme despite concerns over cyber defences.

By Phil Pennington, RNZ • 2 min read • Mon, 19th Jul 2021
Govt to launch full inquiry into DHB ransomware attack
Malware

Govt to launch full inquiry into DHB ransomware attack

Minister Andrew Little has announced a full inquiry into the ransomware attack at Waikato DHB in the early hours of May 18.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 7th Jul 2021
DHBs refuse to release information on cyber security systems
Malware

DHBs refuse to release information on cyber security systems

District health boards in New Zealand refuse to release reviews of their cyber security systems, following a ransomware attack on the Waikato DHB.

By Phil Pennington, RNZ • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2021
Kaseya VSA ransomware: Extent of impact yet to be seen, experts say
Malware

Kaseya VSA ransomware: Extent of impact yet to be seen, experts say

IT specialists are warning the full extent of the harm done in the latest big ransomware attack is yet to emerge. .

By RNZ • 5 min read • Mon, 5th Jul 2021
When will New Zealand have herd immunity?
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When will New Zealand have herd immunity?

Modellers say restrictions must stay until about 83 per cent of New Zealanders are vaccinated, with delta likely raising that bar.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Sun, 4th Jul 2021
Waikato DHB won't face fines for data breach, but may face liability - Privacy Commissioner
Malware

Waikato DHB won't face fines for data breach, but may face liability - Privacy Commissioner

Waikato District Health Board will face liability if harm is caused by patient data leaked in ransomware attack, says Privacy Commissioner.

By RNZ • 5 min read • Wed, 30th Jun 2021
The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response
Malware

The rise of cybercrime and NZ's fragmented response

Cybercrime is rising in New Zealand, but victims often struggle to get justice. Anusha Bradley investigates how to better protect cybercrime victims.

By Anusha Bradley, RNZ • 14 min read • Tue, 15th Jun 2021
Hands-on Review: The Oral-B IO Series 9 electric toothbrush - it's pretty smart
Gaming

Hands-on Review: The Oral-B IO Series 9 electric toothbrush - it's pretty smart

Oral-B's IO 9 electric toothbrush is a game changer, providing real-time feedback and analysis of brushing performance.

By Sara Barker • 6 min read • Wed, 9th Jun 2021

Global Stories

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SWARH and Barwon Health first to deploy 'healthy data strategy' in Aus
Data Analytics

SWARH and Barwon Health first to deploy 'healthy data strategy' in Aus

InterSystems IRIS for Health will be implemented by SWARH and Barwon Health in Australia to extract value from healthcare data.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 28th Jul 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - BeyondTrust on securing critical infrastructure
Privileged Access Management

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - BeyondTrust on securing critical infrastructure

In TechDay's second IT Jam with BeyondTrust, we speak to the company's sales engineer Scott Hesford about critical infrastructure and how best to secure it.

By Nick Forrester • 6 min read • Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
Legislation and liability for cyber-attacks won't save you — zero trust architecture will
Malware

Legislation and liability for cyber-attacks won't save you — zero trust architecture will

Organisations can't stop breaches, but they can prevent them from spreading and becoming catastrophic incidents by using zero trust security.

By Dave Shephard • 4 min read • Mon, 19th Jul 2021
New certification standards announced, designed to secure and protect consumer data
Software-as-a-Service

New certification standards announced, designed to secure and protect consumer data

Vanta has announced the public availability of two new certification standards designed to help secure the internet and protect consumer data.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jul 2021
Microsoft playing pivotal role in Victoria's COVID-19 vaccine rollout
Unified Communications

Microsoft playing pivotal role in Victoria's COVID-19 vaccine rollout

Microsoft has been working actively with the Victorian Government since January to provide an end-to-end vaccine management solution for Victoria.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 8th Jul 2021
Microsoft showcases what's new in Windows 11
Unified Communications

Microsoft showcases what's new in Windows 11

Microsoft officially announces details of the upcoming Windows 11 operating system, and yes, it's a free upgrade for eligible Windows 10 PCs.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Fri, 25th Jun 2021
Security professionals believe attackers will use AI to unleash a global cyber incident
Artificial Intelligence

Security professionals believe attackers will use AI to unleash a global cyber incident

Attacks using artificial intelligence are predicted within a year, say security professionals, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jun 2021
Workday announces Workday Payroll for Australia
Fintech

Workday announces Workday Payroll for Australia

Workday Payroll also allows customers to gain control of their payroll data and costs with the flexibility to configure payroll as business needs change.

By Nick Forrester • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Jun 2021

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