Kinetics Group

Most modern attacks don’t start with malware.
They start with compromised identities — logins that look legitimate.
Endpoint tools can’t always see that.
That’s where Identity Threat Detection & Response (ITDR) comes in.
👉 https://kinetics.co.nz/beyond-endpoint-protection-what-is-itdr/

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Passwords are becoming a thing of the past.

Join our free webinar, "Passkeys Explained: The Simpler, Safer Way to Sign In," and discover why Microsoft, Apple, Google, and other technology leaders are embracing passkeys as the future of authentication. Learn how to improve security, reduce phishing risks, and simplify sign-ins for your organisation.

📅 Wednesday, 19 August
⏰ 10:00–10:30 AM
💻 Online

Register today and future-proof your identity security.
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Copilot just got a serious upgrade.
Agent Mode. Claude. Task automation.
Less admin. More real work getting done.
We’ve pulled together a quick 30-min walkthrough of what actually matters (and what doesn’t).
Worth a watch if you’re running a team on Microsoft 365.
👉 https://kinetics.co.nz/webinar-replay-copilot-upgraded-agent-mode-claude-tasks-more-favourites/

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Attackers are no longer just using AI to move faster—they’re using it to think, adapt, and scale.
What is the growing reality of AI‑driven attacks and what does it mean for modern security teams?
📖 https://kinetics.co.nz/when-ai-becomes-the-attack-tool/

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Many businesses are struggling to get ahead with AI. They have people jumping straight into tools… without a plan.

No structure. No governance. No clear outcome. And then they wonder why nothing really changes.
The reality? AI success isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things in the right order.
We’ve broken down a simple, practical 3-stage journey that shows how NZ organisations are actually succeeding with AI (without the chaos).
👉 Curious where you sit on the journey?
https://kinetics.co.nz/where-do-you-start-with-ai/

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Still relying on passwords to protect your business?

Cyber threats continue to evolve, and passwords remain one of the weakest links in security. Join Kinetics CTO Bill Lunam and NOC Lead Garreth Keet as they explain how passkeys help reduce the risk of phishing, account compromise, and password fatigue.

In just 30 minutes, you'll learn: ✅ What passkeys are
✅ Why they're more secure
✅ How to start using them in your organisation
✅ How they fit into a modern cybersecurity strategy

📅 19 August | 10:00 AM NZT
🎥 Free online webinar
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Your staff are already using AI. Not next year. Not next month. Right now.

The question isn't whether AI is being used in your organisation—it's whether you know:
* What tools they're using
* What company data they're putting into them
* Whether that information is protected

Most business leaders I've spoken to are surprised by how widespread AI use already is within their teams.

Before you create an AI strategy, it's worth understanding what's happening today.
https://kinetics.co.nz/your-staff-are-already-using-ai-do-you-know-how/

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Many organisations are measuring AI success by the number of licences they've purchased. I reckon that's the wrong metric.

The real question is: Are people actually changing the way they work?

Over the past year we've seen plenty of businesses invest in Microsoft Copilot, only to find usage remains lower than expected. That's normal.

People don't adopt technology because management tells them to. They adopt it when it genuinely helps them do their job better, faster or easier.

The organisations getting real value from AI are creating a culture of experimentation, sharing ideas and helping teams discover practical use cases.

https://kinetics.co.nz/we-have-copilot-nobodys-using-it-what-should-we-do/

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Is your website about to take a hit (and you don’t even know it)?
Google’s latest changes could quietly slash your traffic overnight — and most businesses won’t realise until it’s already happening.
We’ve unpacked what’s changing, why it matters, and what you should be doing now to stay ahead.
👉 https://kinetics.co.nz/the-google-change-that-could-cut-your-website-traffic-overnight

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What if you never had to remember another password?

Passkeys are quickly becoming the new standard for secure sign-in—and for good reason. They're easier to use, more secure against phishing attacks, and backed by major technology providers including Microsoft, Apple, and Google.

Join our upcoming webinar, "Passkeys Explained: The Simpler, Safer Way to Sign In," to get practical, jargon-free insights from Kinetics experts Bill Lunam and Garreth Keet.

📅 Wednesday, 19 August
⏰ 10:00–10:30 AM
💻 Online & free to attend

Secure your organisation's future—one sign-in at a time. 🔐

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