Technology

FBI warning over NZ firm and ransomware

The FBI warns Auckland company Mega.NZ is being used by ransomware attackers. The company has stated to RNZ that there is no sign hackers are using its service... Read More

Volunteer service hit by ransomware attack

Volunteer Service Abroad has been the victim of a ransomware attack, however experts say no information was taken. A spokesperson says the attack happened last... Read More

EdgeCentre driving stronger connectivity in BOP

Chorus has opened its fourth key data centre, called EdgeCentre in Otumoetai, Tauranga. This signals a significant investment in the Bay of Plenty region, allowing... Read More

“Sense of violation” over data hack claim

There is widespread alarm about what might happen to highly sensitive patient and staff information from Waikato District Health Board, that hackers claim to... Read More

More to miss surgery as IT system rebuilt

More people will miss out on elective surgery this week at Waikato Hospital as the DHB struggles with no computer system because of last week's massive ransomware... Read More

Syos Aerospace develops heavy-lift drones

A New Zealand-built pilotless helicopter, capable of lifting up to 200 kilograms, could help emergency responders deliver critical supplies into disaster zones,... Read More

What‘s on - roadshow, Katikati Lions, art and more

Good morning and welcome to Saturday. Ko te ra tenei i hanga e te Ariki. Ka koa tatou, ka koa hoki ki reira. The MetService is forecasting high cloud increasing... Read More

Precautions taken after cyber attack on hospital

People are being asked to keep the Tauranga and Whakatane Hospital Emergency Departments for emergencies as the impact of yesterday's Waikato DHB cyber attack... Read More

Online support service makes asking for help easy

An online social and wellbeing support service launched in Hamilton during Covid-19 Level 4 lockdown will soon be coming to the Western Bay of Plenty. "Here to... Read More

Scale of 14-hour internet outage becoming clear

The cause of the damage to a major internet cable in Tauranga remains under investigation. More than 10 service providers, along with 3000 businesses and... Read More

Rocket Lab‘s latest launch fails

A Rocket Lab Electron booster carrying two commercial satellites failed to reach orbit yesterday after suffering an anomaly just minutes after lift-off. The launch... Read More

New pilot encourages digital tech pathways

NZTech is launching Tech21, a programme of activity and events in collaboration with the Ministry of Education to help inspire young learners into tech careers. ... Read More