Critical Infrastructure stories
Cyber security chiefs split on quantum threat urgency
Yesterday
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firewalls
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data protection
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ransomware
Cyber security leaders are split over whether firms should rush into post-quantum cryptography now or keep attention on AI-driven malware.
Wireless Broadband Alliance sets Wi-Fi security rules
Yesterday
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data protection
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network security
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iot security
Wireless Broadband Alliance issues new rules for public and enterprise Wi‑Fi, pushing stronger authentication, privacy and roaming protections.
Gallagher Security launches New Zealand hiring drive
Yesterday
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digital transformation
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physical security
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cybersecurity
Gallagher Security to create up to 100 jobs as it ramps up product development from Hamilton, with roles in engineering, testing and leadership.
The hidden risk in New Zealand's digital transformation
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digital transformation
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network security
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pam
New Zealand organisations are urged to tighten controls on third-party access and identity management as digitisation and AI reshape risk.
Claroty xDome adds orchestration to fix visibility gaps
Yesterday
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firewalls
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network security
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iot security
Claroty adds orchestration to xDome to help security teams close cyber-physical asset visibility gaps and prioritise remediation.
AI readiness illusion as data controls lag, Cloudera says
Yesterday
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data protection
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manufacturing
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hybrid cloud
Cloudera says most firms have embraced AI, but weak data governance, access controls and integration are still blocking real-world gains.
Forrester says Anthropic AI could break patch playbook
2 days ago
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
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application security
Forrester warns Anthropic's Project Glasswing could overwhelm vulnerability management, as AI uncovers flaws faster than patching teams can respond.
Datacom finds New Zealand firms lack cyber recovery plans
3 days ago
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data protection
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dr
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ransomware
Datacom survey finds New Zealand firms are confident in cyber defences but lag badly on recovery plans, raising outage risks.
The why and what of FIPS 140-3 validation in modern cybersecurity
3 days ago
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firewalls
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encryption
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network security
Why FIPS 140-3 validation matters as organisations face tougher cyber rules, tighter assurance demands and the need for independently tested encryption.
OPSWAT launches AI file screening engine for MetaDefender
Last week
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firewalls
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network security
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cloud security
OPSWAT adds millisecond AI file screening to MetaDefender, aiming to cut false positives and speed decisions in critical infrastructure networks.
Yokogawa lands cyber certification for plant control systems
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manufacturing
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iot security
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supply chain
Yokogawa wins three cybersecurity approvals for control, safety and connectivity products as plant operators face tighter scrutiny over cyber risk.
One NZ readies satellite texts as Cyclone Vaianu nears
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uc
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dr
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spacetech
One NZ on alert as Cyclone Vaianu threatens outages, with satellite texting ready for compatible phones if mobile coverage fails.
Anthropic launches Project Glasswing for cyber defence
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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network security
Anthropic enlists Amazon, Apple and Microsoft in Project Glasswing to use Claude Mythos Preview for hunting vulnerabilities in critical software.
Akamai appoints Sean Li to lead Asia Pacific sales
Last week
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digital transformation
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cloud security
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edge computing
Akamai names Sean Li as Senior Vice President for Asia Pacific and Japan, as the firm sharpens its cloud, security and AI push in the region.
Anthropic launches Glasswing AI cyber coalition with partners
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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cloud security
Anthropic and partners unveil Project Glasswing, using Claude Mythos Preview to hunt software flaws faster amid fears of AI-boosted cyber attacks.
Iran threat puts Stargate UAE data centre in focus
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hyperscale
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dc
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cartech
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has named OpenAI's Abu Dhabi Stargate campus as a possible target, sharpening fears over Gulf AI infrastructure amid rising tensions.
Black & White Engineering names new CTO & innovation chief
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hyperscale
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dc
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cto
Black & White Engineering appoints Charlie Bater as Chief Technical Officer and Paul Cook as Global Director of Technology & Innovation amid global expansion.
OpenAI warns of AI shock & calls for public debate
Last week
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risk & compliance
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open source
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ai
OpenAI urges governments to prepare for AI-driven disruption as Sam Altman says rapid progress could transform work, tax and cyber security within years.
Anthropic launches Project Glasswing for cyber defence
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firewalls
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hyperscale
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network security
Anthropic expands a guarded AI pilot with Amazon, Apple, Microsoft and others, offering Claude Mythos Preview to hunt flaws in critical code and open source.
TCCA urges standards push on critical broadband security
Last week
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uc
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firewalls
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network security
TCCA urges industry to align on international standards as 4G and 5G broadband systems expand the cyber risk for mission critical communications.