Cyber Attacks Halt New Zealand Exchange for Fourth Day

The video discusses a series of cyber attacks affecting the New Zealand Stock Exchange over four days. The source of the attacks is unknown, but reports suggest a criminal gang demanding Bitcoin as ransom. These disruptions have frustrated investors, especially during a busy earnings season, as they struggle with trading halts and information flow issues. Despite these challenges, Kiwi stocks are nearing record highs, but the market's future remains uncertain amid ongoing outages and economic factors like Fed comments.

What is the main reason behind the cyber attacks on the New Zealand Stock Exchange as reported by ZDNet?

• To disrupt trading activities

• To demand Bitcoin payments as extortion fees

• To test cybersecurity measures

• To gain access to sensitive data

How have the cyber attacks affected investors during the earnings season?

• Investors have been able to trade freely

• Investors have been frustrated due to trading halts

• Investors have seen increased profits

• Investors have been unaffected

What additional challenge are companies facing during the cyber attacks?

• Regulatory changes

• Increased competition

• Effects of the coronavirus pandemic

• Lack of investor interest

What is the current status of Kiwi stocks despite the cyber attacks?

• They have reached a record low

• They have remained stable

• They have significantly dropped

• They are close to a record high

What external factor is mentioned as influencing the stock market during the cyber attacks?

• New government regulations

• Dovish comments from the Fed

• Increased foreign investments

• Rising interest rates