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Security the biggest loser during the World Cup...
Malware

Security the biggest loser during the World Cup...

The 2014 World Cup hailed as most connected yet, but it was also a playground for cybercriminals, exposing fans to unprecedented online threats.

By Heather Wright • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Jul 2014
Kiwi parents... Are you educating your kids about online safety?
Cybersecurity

Kiwi parents... Are you educating your kids about online safety?

Over half of New Zealand children aged 3-15 either have their own mobile devices or use their parents' devices, says a Trend Micro survey.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 8th Jul 2014
Profits boost as Trend Micro revamps global program
Trend Micro

Profits boost as Trend Micro revamps global program

Trend Micro unveils a revamped global partner program aimed at boosting profits for over 50,000 channel partners with enhanced training, tools, and support.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Jul 2014
Security software market beats global rise as Kiwis keep spending
Cloud Access Security Broker

Security software market beats global rise as Kiwis keep spending

New Zealand security software spending rose 11.7% in 2013, beating the worldwide market increase of 4.9%, according to Gartner.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2014
Trend Micro asks... What's your front line of business defence?
Endpoint Protection

Trend Micro asks... What's your front line of business defence?

In today's environment it is increasingly difficult for IT departments to manage the security of staff and all their activities.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 7th Jun 2014
Trend Micro reveals top Kiwi partners...
Trend Micro

Trend Micro reveals top Kiwi partners...

Gen-i and Origin IT win top awards at Trend Micro Partner Forum. Awards recognise partners for their work and growth with Trend Micro.

By Heather Wright • 1 min read • Tue, 27th May 2014
Trend Micro helps Facebook users fight cyber threats with 'HouseCall'
Cybersecurity

Trend Micro helps Facebook users fight cyber threats with 'HouseCall'

With trillions of clicks occurring every day on Facebook, the social platform is a tempting target for spammers and criminals.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2014
UR-Hell as Kiwis click over 2.3 million malicious links in 2014...
Gaming

UR-Hell as Kiwis click over 2.3 million malicious links in 2014...

The number of malicious links clicked on by New Zealanders in Q1 2014 reached 2.3 million, according to a report by Trend Micro.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 17th May 2014
Trend Micro and Microsoft unite to drive Azure security...
Public Cloud

Trend Micro and Microsoft unite to drive Azure security...

Trend Micro and Microsoft join forces to bolster Azure's security, ensuring users' data and applications are safeguarded in the cloud.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 15th May 2014
Trend Micro: Security in the cloud
Infrastructure-as-a-Service

Trend Micro: Security in the cloud

Peter Benson of Trend Micro advises not letting security fears inhibit cloud adoption, offering strategies for safe, efficient cloud integration.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 12th May 2014
Soft Solutions bags Trend Micro's NZ distie of the year award
Cybersecurity

Soft Solutions bags Trend Micro's NZ distie of the year award

Soft Solutions named Trend Micro Distributor of the Year for 2013 in New Zealand at Trend Micro Partner Forum.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2014
Trend Micro: Don't have heartburn over the Heartbleed vulnerability
Malware

Trend Micro: Don't have heartburn over the Heartbleed vulnerability

Trend Micro calms nerves over Heartbleed flaw, advising the public on safeguarding data amidst rising SSL vulnerability concerns.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 15th Apr 2014
Trend Micro extends cloud security solutions with new releases
Cybersecurity

Trend Micro extends cloud security solutions with new releases

Trend Micro boosts its cloud security with a new release at AWS Summit Sydney, offering advanced protection for web apps in ANZ.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2014
Trend Micro drives MSP Program growth - invites partners along for the ride...
Partner Programmes

Trend Micro drives MSP Program growth - invites partners along for the ride...

Trend Micro launches MSP Program in NZ, promising knowledge, profitability, and growth for partners in the competitive security market.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Apr 2014
Trend Micro retains midas touch in Endpoint Protection Magic Quadrant
Cybersecurity

Trend Micro retains midas touch in Endpoint Protection Magic Quadrant

Trend Micro secures its position in Gartner's Leaders quadrant for Endpoint Protection, affirming its excellence in malware protection.

By Staff Writer • 1 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2014
iOS App Review: Trend Micro Mobile Security
Gaming

iOS App Review: Trend Micro Mobile Security

Trend Micro Mobile Security for your iPhone, iPod Touch and iPad, stops threats before they reach you so you can enjoy your digital life safely.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Apr 2014
Hacking: Not if, but when...
Malware

Hacking: Not if, but when...

Some things in life are pretty much nailed on. You pay taxes, you die and you watch the All Blacks smash the Wallabies.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Apr 2014
Kiwis lead the world in Windows XP migration shift...
Cybersecurity

Kiwis lead the world in Windows XP migration shift...

Aussies and Kiwis lead globally in migrating from Windows XP as Microsoft's security update deadline looms, with only 6.57% still at risk.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Apr 2014
What 2014 will mean for security and the channel...
Cybersecurity

What 2014 will mean for security and the channel...

Peter Benson, Trend Micro New Zealand senior security architect, takes a look at what 2014 might hold on the security front.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2014