Technology
NZers need to be aware of scams after IT outage says NetSafe
The head of online safety organisation NetSafe says New Zealanders should be looking out for phishing emails from banks, fake retail communications claiming failed or unusual payments, and airline… Audio
Cyber security expert on global IT outage
A cyber security expert says the recent global IT outage is a timely reminder that businesses need robust Business Continuity and Disaster Response plans. Aura Information Security principal… Audio
Microsoft estimates 8.5 million computers affected by IT glitch
Microsoft estimates 8.5 million computers were affected by the global IT glitch on Friday, likely the largest cyber outage in history. Washington correspondent Jagruti Dave spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Kiwi firms warned to stay vigilant as CrowdStrike risks linger
Cyber experts are warning New Zealand companies caught in the CrowdStrike IT outage it could be several days before they are protected.
NZ companies could be exposed to scammers after IT outage warn cyber experts
Cyber experts are warning New Zealand companies caught in the CrowdStrike IT outage that it could be several days before they are protected from scammers. Reporter Lucy Xia has more. Audio
Are you using too much laundry detergent? How it can leave clothes dirtier
How much is too much? RNZ talked to a chemistry expert about why your clothes could end up dirtier by not cutting down on detergent. Audio
CrowdStrike glitch good test for Paris Olympics - IOC
The global tech outage affected parts of the Paris Games operations.
Why are Pacific nations shutting down Elon Musk's Starlink?
Five years after Starlink satellites started orbiting the Earth, Pacific Island countries are still weighing up its benefits despite calls to approve its services.
CrowdStrike glitch: NZ cyber experts warn of scams and phishing
Kiwis should double-check any text messages or emails that claim to be CrowdStrike or Microsoft, experts say.
CrowdStrike outage hit 8.5 million Windows devices
It's the first time that a number has been put on the glitch that is still causing problems around the world.
CrowdStrike probably didn't test update behind global IT outage - experts
Security experts said CrowdStrike's routine update of its widely used cybersecurity software did not undergo adequate quality checks before it was deployed.
Global tech crash opened like a Hollywood disaster film. So how does it end?
Analysis - Friday felt frighteningly similar to the 12-minute mark in a disaster movie. The difference is that in the movie, a villain is pulling the strings, rather than an IT stuff-up.
CrowdStrike glitch: All systems should be up and running by end of day, Mitchell says
Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell says the CrowdStrike outage has had a limited impact on the health system and many of the services are now coming back online. Audio
Mapuna Cian White
Ten Maori business leaders in the game development and digital storytelling sectors are on their way to China for an in-depth look at the country's booming digital and business sector. Organised by… Audio
Govt agencies slow to take up facial recognition contract
A deal to allow public agencies to more easily use facial recognition technology has had zero uptake.
Retailers cop 'aggressive customer behaviour' during IT outage
Some customers were getting "quite agitated" as payment systems went down in the global cyber outage. Audio
As it happened: CrowdStrike IT failure disrupts global internet
Auckland Airport says travellers should allow for extra time as an expert warns the glitch will have big ramifications for the IT industry.
CrowdStrike glitch 'probably one of the worst updates we've ever seen' - expert
The global cyber outage will have big ramifications for the IT industry, an expert says.
Emergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell
New Zealand's health system was also affected last night. RNZ understands an integral part of the medical system was down. Audio
Live from Crowdstrike HQ
The IT company at the centre of this storm, Crowdstrike, has their headquarters in Austin, Texas. RNZ correspondent Toni Waterman is outside Crowdstrike's headquarters. Audio
