Kordia stories

Kordia strengthens cyber team with two senior hires
Mon, 4th Nov 2024
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digital transformation
Kordia boosts its Cyber Security business with the appointments of Patric Balmer and Elaine McCarthy to enhance managed services and cloud security.

Kordia renews $55m safety radio contract with Maritime NZ
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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Kordia has renewed its NZD $55 million, 10-year contract with Maritime NZ to deliver critical safety of life radio communications at sea, ensuring continued safety and upgrades.

Privacy key to building trust in AI, say experts
Wed, 22nd May 2024
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Experts highlight that building trust in AI through stringent privacy measures is essential for New Zealand businesses to harness AI's transformational potential.

Kordia teams up with Entain for free-to-air horse racing in New Zealand
Thu, 9th May 2024
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In a boost for racing fans, Kordia collaborates with Entain's Trackside to air horse racing free-to-air in NZ via Kordia’s DTT network, enhancing access and coverage.

Kordia appoints Glen White as Executive GM of Cyber Security
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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Glen White, former Executive GM of Kordia Solutions, has been promoted to Executive GM - Cyber Security for telecommunications provider Kordia, tasked with fortifying its robust cybersecurity business.

Rebuilding after ransomware – The case of The British Library
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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ransomware
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encryption
Rogue Russian hackers crippled The British Library's operations, pushing the respected institution into the pre-digital age through a malicious ransomware attack, sparking months of system rebuilding efforts.

Kordia reveals digital transition cybersecurity challenges in NZ firms
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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digital transformation
New research from Kiwi tech firm Kordia reveals that 24% of businesses struggle to maintain cybersecurity during digital transformations.

Neil Livingston steps in as interim CEO at Kordia
Thu, 21st Mar 2024
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customers
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strategy
Neil Livingston to take over as interim Group CEO of tech firm Kordia on 2nd April 2024, bringing three decades of industry experience and leadership.

Kordia CEO Shaun Rendell steps down for health reasons
Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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Shaun Rendell resigns as CEO of New Zealand's leading telecom and broadcast org, Kordia, citing health concerns; tenure marked by expansion into cyber security and cloud services.

Tenable announces winners of 2024 Global Partner Awards
Wed, 13th Mar 2024
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Tenable's 2024 Global Partner Awards honours channel partners enhancing cybersecurity, with Japan's Ashisuto and Westcon Australia among notable winners.

Kordia appoints Emily Reeve as Executive General Manager of Legal & Risk
Tue, 12th Mar 2024
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Emily Reeve steps into the role of Executive General Manager - Legal and Risk at Kordia, utilising her strong legal pedigree and industry experience.

IWD 2024: Women in tech shouldn’t have to trade their identity to succeed
Thu, 7th Mar 2024
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identity
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gender diversity
Jannine Wilkinson encourages women to succeed without surrendering their identities, reflecting on past gender prejudice and maintaining authenticity.

Exclusive: Aura sheds insights on the state of cybersecurity in NZ
Wed, 6th Mar 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Alastair Miller of Aura Information Security illuminates New Zealand's cybersecurity landscape, discussing escalating cyber threats and the importance of robust, proactive security measures.

Most Kiwi corporations suffered cyber-attacks in 2023, reveals Kordia
Tue, 5th Mar 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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kordia
New research by Kordia reveals over two-thirds of large New Zealand companies report damage from cyber-attacks, with nearly half requiring over a month for resolution.

New Zealand cybersecurity recognised at iSANZ Awards 2023
Wed, 15th Nov 2023
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cybersecurity
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2023 iSANZ Awards recognises New Zealand's cybersecurity talents, lauding innovation and dedication within the industry.

Kordia to deliver business-grade satellite services via Netlinkz Starlink partnership
Thu, 26th Oct 2023
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Kordia has partnered with Netlinkz to offer business-grade, high-speed satellite services via Starlink, enhancing rural coverage.

Greater AI literacy & policies needed among Kiwi business leaders
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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Survey highlights business leaders' lack of awareness of AI risks as younger generation embraces AI tools in the workplace.

2023 iSANZ Awards: Finalists announced highlighting Kiwi talent
Tue, 10th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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kordia
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duo
iSANZ Awards 2023 announces finalists for NZ's top cybersecurity honours, with varied categories. Winners to be revealed soon.

Kordia formalises Zscaler partnership, supports zero trust in NZ
Thu, 29th Jun 2023
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partner programmes
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risk & compliance
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zero trust security
Kordia has partnered with Zscaler to support customers with zero trust in New Zealand, deepening its zero trust portfolio.

AA Insurance appoints Angela Nash as GM of Digital, Data & Technology
Tue, 16th May 2023
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digital transformation
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kordia
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reannz
Angela Nash, an executive from New Zealand Rugby, was appointed as AA Insurance's new General Manager of Digital, Data, and Technology.