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Infamous: Second Son - hands on preview

Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Sucker Punch's Infamous: Second Son dazzles in our preview, promising PS4's best exclusivity with moral choices and electrifying gameplay.
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IRD under 'most sophisticated NZ attack'

Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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The Inland Revenue Department urges vigilance as Kiwis face the nation's most sophisticated scam, involving fake websites and phishing emails.
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Kiwi attack on online child sexual abuse network saves children

Fri, 31st Jan 2014
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NZ operation saves children from global abuse network, rescuing six and arresting offenders in a complex international effort.
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Multichannel retailers, your customers are not fools

Tue, 7th Jan 2014
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Customers demand consistent pricing across all channels, warning retailers against underestimating their savvy shopping habits.
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NFS Rivals showcases Ford's new Mustang

Mon, 16th Dec 2013
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Gamers rev up with Ford's latest Mustang in 'NFS Rivals' before it speeds onto streets next year, marking a virtual test drive debut.
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NZ telcos join forces to stop phone theft

Tue, 10th Dec 2013
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NZ telcos unite against phone theft, launching a blacklisting system that renders stolen devices useless, bolstering crime prevention efforts.
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Need for Speed Rivals - Xbox 360

Sun, 24th Nov 2013
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EA's Need for Speed Rivals shines on Xbox 360 amidst next-gen console release, showcasing riveting arcade racing.
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Sony could 'monitor and record' PSN text and voice conversations

Tue, 12th Nov 2013
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Sony's revised PS4 terms allow for the recording of PSN text and voice chats, sparking privacy concerns among users.
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Project 2020: Anticipating our cyber future to keep the bad guys at bay

Fri, 1st Nov 2013
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Picture the scene: it's the end of the decade. You live in a world where technology has become even more embedded into the fabric of society than it is today.
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Project 2020: Future proofing customer protection

Fri, 25th Oct 2013
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banking
The latest episode of the web series Project 2020 explores the potential consequences of a massive cyber attack on society.
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All systems go as Aruba expands partner reach

Wed, 16th Oct 2013
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cloud services
Aruba Networks boosts its partner ecosystem, rolling out advanced wireless and mobility solutions to a diverse range of industries.
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Email hackers raid Auckland's North Shore businesses

Tue, 8th Oct 2013
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North Shore firms fall victim to hackers, losing significant sums of money after being conned via email, say Auckland Police.
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#Socialmediaruinedmylife – How not to regret using social media

Tue, 17th Sep 2013
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Many have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks.
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Has social media #ruinedyourlife...?

Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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There are many among us who have ruined their reputations and damaged their careers after posting inappropriate material on social networks...
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Dotcom GCSB ruling… a sad day for NZ

Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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It's a sad day for the people of New Zealand when government spies can break the law and not be held to account for it.
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Naked sex chats help blackmail Kiwis out of $4.4m

Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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Horny New Zealanders taking part in naked online video chat sessions are being blackmailed, with Kiwis losing $4.4m last year due to internet scams.
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Sex, trafficking and preventative software…

Thu, 8th Aug 2013
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Fighting against sex trafficking and child exploitation, Wynyard Group's technology is being used to combat the 'rape-for-profit' industry in Asia-Pacific.
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iFruit costs $1,700 in classic Apple con

Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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While Apple season may have passed, one keen Australian paid a whopping $1,700 for a few pieces of fruit. Or was she expecting a few new iPhones?.
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I taunted the law on Facebook… and the law won

Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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A 'catch me if you can' boast on a police Facebook page led to one stupid shoplifter being arrested. Funny that.
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Rallying Kiwis rebel against GCSB bill

Mon, 29th Jul 2013
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Thousands unite across New Zealand in protest against the government's GCSB spying bill, led by Kim Dotcom in Auckland.