Government Communications Security Bureau (GCSB) stories
Spark picks Samsung as partner to roll out 5G in NZ
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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5g & beyond
Spark and Samsung have been working on network innovation since last year, starting with 5G trials throughout the country.
Huawei NZ aims to quell the scandalous rumours
Thu, 9th May 2019
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Huawei NZ's deputy MD Andrew Bowater addresses rumours, asserting the company is staff-owned, invests significantly in NZ, and does not control telco networks.
Huawei seeks urgent meeting with Govt about Spark 5G ban saga
Thu, 29th Nov 2018
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5g & beyond
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wireless networks
Huawei requests urgent meeting with New Zealand government to discuss the reasons behind its ban from working with Spark on 5G network upgrade.
NZ & AU join international condemnation against Russia for NotPetya attack
Mon, 19th Feb 2018
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The New Zealand and Australian Governments have condemned Russia for the NotPetya cyber attack that caused global damage.
HP recruits former GCSB researcher for new Security Advisory Board
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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Ex-GCSB researcher Justine Bone has scored a role in HP's new Security Advisory Board, alongside a former hacker and a security consultant.
New Zealand security services receives funding boost
Tue, 26th May 2015
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New Zealand security services to receive $20m funding boost for essential services and recruitment, says government.
Inquiry into GCSB spying claims confirmed
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Office of the Inspector General of Intelligence & Security will investigate allegations of GCSB interception of communications in the South Pacific.
Greens call for opposition involvement in hiring of new GCSB director
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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cybersecurity
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green party
Greens demand cross-party say in new GCSB chief's hiring to ensure political neutrality, amid criticisms of the current system.
REVEALED: Dirty deal between NZ telcos and the GCSB...
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apple
We explain the legislative act that governs relations between the New Zealand telecommunications industry and surveillance agencies.
Hands up if you're telling the truth...?!
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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gcsb
Laila Harré challenges PM's credibility on GCSB surveillance, following Snowden's claims of spying on New Zealanders.
Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.
Southern Cross Cable CEO slams 'total nonsense' spy claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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network infrastructure
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Southern Cross undersea cables untouched by surveillance, says CEO Anthony Briscoe, refuting claims made by journalist Glenn Greenwald.
Defiant PM fights back… Dotcom trying to save “reasonably large” butt
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Prime Minister John Key denies allegations of mass surveillance, accusing Kim Dotcom and Glenn Greenwald of ulterior motives.
The cyber security spy who didn't love me... Greens slam PM
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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data privacy
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government
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green party
Green Party calls for separation of cyber protection functions from the GCSB, stating PM John Key is using surveillance scare tactics.
Dotcom: “We'll close one of the Five Eyes…”
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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government
Met with rapturous applause from a jam-packed Auckland Town Hall, Kim Dotcom's 'Moment of Truth' event last night has sent shockwaves across the country.
'Moment of truth' as Dotcom ramps up PM spying pressure...
Mon, 15th Sep 2014
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data privacy
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government
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PM John Key's assurances on no mass surveillance to be tested, Internet Party leader says resignation if false.
Internet MANA... Time to shine light on 'shadowy' spies?
Mon, 1st Sep 2014
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data privacy
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gcsb
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internet party
Internet MANA promises to set up inquiry into New Zealand's intelligence agencies, focusing on oversight and surveillance.
Can Key rule out that GCSB is sharing NZ's data?
Fri, 29th Aug 2014
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green party
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spying
New evidence suggests that New Zealand's GCSB is sharing metadata with the NSA, contradicting government claims. #surveillance #privacy.
Key must 'come clean' on NSA / GCSB fibre optic cable interception
Tue, 5th Aug 2014
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fibre
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green party
Green Party calls on PM John Key to explain discussions about a US interception site on New Zealand's fibre optic cable.
Will Kiwis ever get justice over spying saga?
Tue, 22nd Jul 2014
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green party
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gcsb
Green Party claims New Zealanders spied on by Government will never get justice after Police found not negligent.