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New Zealand cyber defence firm wins top award amid daily attacks

New Zealand's cybersecurity firm DEFEND clinched Microsoft's Global Security Partner of the Year amid rising state-backed cyber attacks targeting local businesses daily.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025

Ransomware

DEFEND wins global Microsoft award as cyber threats surge in NZ

New Zealand cybersecurity firm DEFEND wins Microsoft's Global Security Partner of the Year amid rising cyber threats to public and private sectors.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Nov 2025

Firewalls

Palo Alto Networks honours New Zealand partners' success

Palo Alto Networks has honoured eight partners at its 2024 Partner of the Year Awards in Auckland, recognising exceptional contributions across New Zealand.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024

Data Science

Institute of Data's training yields 96% tech employment rate

The Institute of Data's intensive programme has placed 96% of its graduates in tech roles, aiming to boost New Zealand's tech growth amidst economic challenges.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 2nd Sep 2024

Unified Communications

One NZ adopts Google AI for robust cybersecurity strategy

One New Zealand has adopted Google Security Operations to bolster its cybersecurity with AI, aiming to future-proof its systems and enhance threat detection.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024

Malware

NCSC's Malware Free Network disrupts 10 million cyber threats

The National Cyber Security Centre's Malware Free Network has thwarted 10 million cyber threats, safeguarding New Zealand organisations and individuals from online harm.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jul 2024

Unified Communications

Will Graham appointed General Manager at One New Zealand

One New Zealand appoints Will Graham as General Manager of Enterprise Sales, eyeing his deep telecom expertise to bolster private sector relationships.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 10th Jun 2024

Unified Communications

One NZ appoints Nick Quin as new Head of Public Sector

Nick Quin joins technology firm One NZ as new Head of Public Sector, tasked with bolstering the company's relationships with government, and driving their technological transformations.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2024

Partner Programmes

Vodafone bolsters cybersecurity portfolio with DEFEND

The company recently signed a conditional agreement to acquire a 60% majority share of cybersecurity specialists DEFEND.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Feb 2022

Global Stories

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Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Lisa Fong joins DEFEND as Chief Resilience Officer to boost cyber

Lisa Fong joins DEFEND as Chief Resilience Officer, bringing nine years' public sector cyber expertise to enhance security across New Zealand and Australia.

By Melvin Hipolito • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025