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Google shutting down Google+ after covering up privacy bug
Breach Prevention

Google shutting down Google+ after covering up privacy bug

Google's management was aware of the bug but chose not to share it with the public to avoid scrutiny by regulators.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2018
Social media key to understanding sustainable tourism
Artificial Intelligence

Social media key to understanding sustainable tourism

Social media and AI to reveal international visitors' thoughts on sustainable tourism in New Zealand. Canterbury research group aims to gain insights.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
Study finds social media for businesses is more than just marketing
Marketing Technologies

Study finds social media for businesses is more than just marketing

A Hootsuite study reveals that businesses leveraging social media reap benefits beyond marketing, including community engagement and market insights.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Sep 2018
Trustwave releases facial recognition tool for pentesters
DevOps

Trustwave releases facial recognition tool for pentesters

Social Mapper takes an automated approach to searching popular social media sites for names and pictures of individuals.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Thu, 9th Aug 2018
Facebook to bridge distances with new 'Watch Party' feature
Unified Communications

Facebook to bridge distances with new 'Watch Party' feature

Effectively, participants of a Watch Party can watch videos from anywhere (live or recorded) and interact with each other at the same time.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jul 2018
Why email still makes for a great business tool
Data Analytics

Why email still makes for a great business tool

Despite the surge of social media and new communication tools, email remains a formidable business tool due to its directness and personalisation potential.

By Guy Hanson • 5 min read • Mon, 9th Jul 2018
Antivirus solution protects privacy in the era of social media
Endpoint Protection

Antivirus solution protects privacy in the era of social media

In the wake of Cambridge Analytica's scandal, Trend Micro's Maximum Security offers a robust antivirus solution to protect privacy on social media.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 14th May 2018
Why cybercriminals are corrupting popular social media platforms
Cybersecurity

Why cybercriminals are corrupting popular social media platforms

Fraudsters are targeting legitimate social media platforms to create a new type of fraud market – one that has a global reach.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Sun, 6th May 2018
70% of security experts say social media should be government regulated
Cybersecurity

70% of security experts say social media should be government regulated

A survey has found the majority believe social media data collection needs to be regulated, despite having little faith in their governments.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Sat, 28th Apr 2018
Report: Is social media marketing worth the hype?
Data Analytics

Report: Is social media marketing worth the hype?

A report from Pure SEO reveals a 31.3% rise in website visits from social media in 2017, yet experts advise a diversified digital marketing approach.

By Julia Gabel • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Apr 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Social Media stories

EPIC campaign for epic industry
Facebook

EPIC campaign for epic industry

Thousands of new workers will be needed to deliver planned infrastructure investment, putting pressure on contractors to widen the talent pool.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 29th Jul 2018
Frustrated with your job?
Hybrid & Remote Work

Frustrated with your job?

A simple five-minute pause at your desk could help ease workplace frustration and restore focus by cutting off constant digital distractions.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Wed, 25th Jul 2018
Social media cafes and bubble tea - 'Instagrammable spaces' are coming
Instagram

Social media cafes and bubble tea - 'Instagrammable spaces' are coming

Starting from the end of July, New Zealand will have its own new prototype 'social media' café designed specifically for social media lovers.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 24th Jul 2018
Scams, scams, and social media: The security pain points catching Kiwis off guard
Email Security

Scams, scams, and social media: The security pain points catching Kiwis off guard

A new research report further supports the stark reality of just how many scammers are trying their luck on New Zealanders.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Jun 2018
How to develop an effective crisis response plan
Risk & Compliance

How to develop an effective crisis response plan

Fast alerts via text and social media can protect customers and reputation when emergencies strike, experts say.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 16th May 2018
Drivers tapped for tips during Road Safety Week
Supply Chain

Drivers tapped for tips during Road Safety Week

Truck drivers are urging other road users to avoid blind spots and sudden braking as New Zealand marks Road Safety Week.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 11th May 2018
Engineers and architects confront their gender problem
Social Media

Engineers and architects confront their gender problem

Nearly 40 organisations have backed a push to lift women’s representation in New Zealand engineering and architecture by 20 percent by 2021.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Sun, 15th Apr 2018
Quitting Facebook can reduce stress
Data Privacy

Quitting Facebook can reduce stress

A five-day break from the social network lowered cortisol in a Queensland study, though participants also felt less satisfied with life.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 15th Apr 2018