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Fridge hack a 'wake-up call' for NZ supermarkets - cyber expert
Internet of Things

Fridge hack a 'wake-up call' for NZ supermarkets - cyber expert

Outdated software left internet-linked devices exposed, with supermarkets warned the same flaw could disrupt everyday shopping in New Zealand.

By Mary Argue • 2 min read • Yesterday
New Zealand launches Cyber Smart Week with scam warning
Multi-factor authentication

New Zealand launches Cyber Smart Week with scam warning

Rising AI-driven scams are prompting agencies to push basic defences, as the annual awareness drive urges New Zealanders to act before breaches bite.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • 3 days ago

Global Stories

Data Security stories

Proofpoint to buy Varonis in USD $6.3 billion deal
Data Protection

Proofpoint to buy Varonis in USD $6.3 billion deal

Varonis shareholders will receive USD $49.75 a share in cash, valuing the data security group at a 52% premium and taking it private.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Today
Thales launches tool to secure sensitive data from AI
Software-as-a-Service

Thales launches tool to secure sensitive data from AI

The launch aims to help firms curb AI-driven exposure of sensitive information by linking data discovery, analytics and protection in one tool.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Reco raises USD $55 million with AT&T Ventures backing
Identity and Access Management

Reco raises USD $55 million with AT&T Ventures backing

The security software company will use the money to expand sales and support as enterprises race to govern AI agents accessing sensitive systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
DataMasque joins MAS PathFin.ai for privacy-preserving AI
Risk & Compliance

DataMasque joins MAS PathFin.ai for privacy-preserving AI

Financial firms can now assess privacy-preserving AI tools faster as DataMasque joins MAS's PathFin.ai library to mask sensitive customer data.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Yesterday
Deutsche Bank deploys Farsight AI on-premises for bankers
Fintech

Deutsche Bank deploys Farsight AI on-premises for bankers

The rollout lets bankers use AI on sensitive client work while keeping data inside Deutsche Bank's own technology environment.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Reco raises USD $55 million as AI agent security grows
Identity and Access Management

Reco raises USD $55 million as AI agent security grows

Backers are betting that enterprise AI oversight will need sharper tools, as the security software company brings total funding to USD $140 million.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • 2 days ago
LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories
Encryption

LG and Apple launch seven new smart home accessories

Privacy-conscious homes get new choices as LG and Apple roll out seven connected devices, including cameras, a lock and a thermostat.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • 2 days ago
Glean names Francesca Moore as ANZ sales vice president
Software-as-a-Service

Glean names Francesca Moore as ANZ sales vice president

The appointment signals Glean's push to turn rising enterprise AI interest in Australia and New Zealand into bigger contracts and local growth.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago
Thales expands Google Cloud tie-up to secure AI agents
Robotics

Thales expands Google Cloud tie-up to secure AI agents

The integration aims to curb prompt injection, data leakage and unauthorised actions as firms shift AI from pilots to critical systems.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Yesterday
The future of successful HR will use AI with human oversight
Human Capital Management

The future of successful HR will use AI with human oversight

AI could free HR teams from routine admin, but Workday says sensitive hiring decisions need deterministic guardrails and explicit human oversight.

By Anthony Caruana • 5 min read • 3 days ago
Reco raises USD $55 million in AT&T Ventures-backed round
Application Security

Reco raises USD $55 million in AT&T Ventures-backed round

The deal lifts Reco's total funding to USD $140 million as enterprises race to govern AI agents linked to sensitive systems and data.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • 3 days ago
Thales launches data security tool amid AI access risk
Software-as-a-Service

Thales launches data security tool amid AI access risk

The platform is designed to help firms expose and protect sensitive data as AI assistants and machine identities widen access paths across systems.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • 3 days ago

Stories from Other Regions

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SpendHQ launches Savings Radar to rank procurement savings
Enterprise Resource Planning

SpendHQ launches Savings Radar to rank procurement savings

The tool aims to help procurement teams spot and pursue savings faster, as companies seek clearer returns from AI investment.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Yesterday
CodeWall raises USD $4 million to test cyber defences
Artificial Intelligence

CodeWall raises USD $4 million to test cyber defences

The London start-up will use the funding to expand autonomous attack testing as firms face more frequent, AI-driven cyber threats.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Yesterday
Passkeys offer greater security as AI lowers phishing barrier
Multi-factor authentication

Passkeys offer greater security as AI lowers phishing barrier

AI-generated phishing is making employee vigilance less reliable, pushing organisations towards passkeys and phishing-resistant multi-factor authentication.

By David Shilovsky • 5 min read • 3 days ago