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Welcome to the cyber-regulatory market of 2018 and beyond
Cloud Services

Welcome to the cyber-regulatory market of 2018 and beyond

The cyber-regulatory environment is growing exponentially, to the point where we are seeing the maturity of a brand new market.

By Chris Strand • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Jun 2018
Why a data consolidation strategy is the best approach to GDPR compliance
Data Analytics

Why a data consolidation strategy is the best approach to GDPR compliance

For most organisations, the only way to effectively comply with GDPR is to adopt a strategy of data consolidation.

By Peter O'Connor • 4 min read • Wed, 6th Jun 2018
Initial Coin Offerings: Lack of regulation is a wolf in sheep's clothing, says lawyer
Regulation

Initial Coin Offerings: Lack of regulation is a wolf in sheep's clothing, says lawyer

Institutional investors warned of hidden traps in ICOs, such as the power shift to founder shareholders. Regulatory uncertainty also a concern.

By Julia Gabel • 4 min read • Thu, 7th Dec 2017
RSA boosts solution portfolio as GDPR regulations approach
Breach Prevention

RSA boosts solution portfolio as GDPR regulations approach

RSA extends its governance, risk and compliance solution to help businesses comply with security legislation such as GDPR.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 24th Oct 2017

Stories from Other Regions

Regulation stories

Water review needs coherent leadership
Sustainability

Water review needs coherent leadership

Contractors say New Zealand’s ageing water networks need faster decisions, after ministers deferred reforms and left regulation unresolved until late 2019.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 27th Nov 2018
What is the purpose and role of local government?
Local Government

What is the purpose and role of local government?

Pressure is mounting for councils to focus on community wellbeing as water reform exposes funding and delivery gaps in local services.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 25th Nov 2018
Beware of artificial blue light
University of Canterbury

Beware of artificial blue light

Too much blue light at night could disrupt sleep, harm wildlife and dim New Zealand's view of the stars, researchers warn.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Fri, 16th Nov 2018
Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?
Digital Transformation

Are cryptocurrencies the way of the future?

A Law Foundation-backed report says faster regulation could help New Zealand avoid missing out on blockchain jobs, trade and tax benefits.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Sat, 6th Oct 2018
Mental health cause for construction industry concern
Productivity

Mental health cause for construction industry concern

Poor culture and boom-bust pressures are driving high suicide rates among New Zealand construction workers, new research suggests.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 30th Sep 2018
How Bitcoin’s footprint is impacting water use
Crypto

How Bitcoin’s footprint is impacting water use

Bitcoin mining is already drawing billions of gallons of freshwater a year, raising fresh questions about who pays for its hidden costs.

By Staff Writer • 7 min read • Thu, 27th Sep 2018
Win a coaching session with Richard Loe
Risk & Compliance

Win a coaching session with Richard Loe

Farmers can win a coaching session for a youth rugby team by showing WorkSafe how they are improving safety on the farm.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sun, 9th Sep 2018
First national online health and safety register goes live
Risk & Compliance

First national online health and safety register goes live

Businesses in New Zealand can now find verified workplace health and safety experts through a free register launched in Wellington.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Aug 2018
Transport industry determined to tackle road safety with technology
Data Analytics

Transport industry determined to tackle road safety with technology

Safety technology is becoming a higher priority for New Zealand transport firms as the road toll rises and crashes prompt action.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Jul 2018
Drug Detection Agency calls for regulation, certification and accreditation
Risk & Compliance

Drug Detection Agency calls for regulation, certification and accreditation

Accreditation standards are needed to prevent faulty drug tests from putting workers at risk and costing them jobs or income.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Jun 2018
Protecting your ability to contribute to a sustainable world
Data Protection

Protecting your ability to contribute to a sustainable world

Rising cyberattacks on smart grids are driving utilities to adopt stronger identity checks and encryption as connected meters multiply 30% a year.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 17th May 2018
The biggest kid on the block?
Crypto

The biggest kid on the block?

New Zealand’s blockchain sector is growing fast, but regulators risk falling behind as firms and startups draw global attention.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Apr 2018
Hawke’s Bay company first to gain meth test accreditation
Risk & Compliance

Hawke’s Bay company first to gain meth test accreditation

Property owners are set to get greater assurance after a Hawke’s Bay firm became New Zealand’s first accredited methamphetamine testing provider.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sun, 25th Mar 2018
Research shows health and safety training pays off
Risk & Compliance

Research shows health and safety training pays off

Workers with recent training are more likely to report hazards and back their employer, but three in ten firms offer none.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2018