Online Safety stories - Page 2
Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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physical security
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copyright
A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.
Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users
Wed, 9th Oct 2024
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smartphones
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malware
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casb
Telstra has unveiled its free Device Security Essentials to help safeguard Australian mobile users against rising online threats and scams.
Younger Australians vulnerable due to poor online security habits
Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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A new report by Aus3C highlights growing online safety concerns among younger Australians, with many finding cybersecurity efforts frustrating and complex.
Navigating new territories: New tools for online safety
Fri, 30th Aug 2024
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facebook
Meta NZ ramps up efforts to safeguard online users, introducing advanced features to protect teens, enforce age verification, and blur sensitive content.
Malwarebytes launches new unified cyber protection platform
Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Malwarebytes launches a new cyber protection platform, featuring an all-in-one dashboard with real-time guidance, as consumer threats hit unprecedented highs.
KnowBe4 launches free cybersecurity toolkit for awareness month
Wed, 14th Aug 2024
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ransomware
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digital signage
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cybersecurity
KnowBe4 has launched a free cybersecurity toolkit for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, aiming to enhance online safety for individuals and organisations.
Netsafe teams with Snapchat to boost online safety for teens
Thu, 1st Aug 2024
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data privacy
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social media
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netsafe
Netsafe launches the Snapchat Family Toolkit, designed to help New Zealand parents ensure safer social media use for teens.
UK online shopping surges to 50%, led by groceries
Thu, 25th Jul 2024
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ecommerce
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online safety
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online shopping
British consumers now spend nearly five hours a week shopping online, with 50% of purchases made digitally, says the latest AliExpress Consumer Insights Report.
Most Australians targeted by online scams, study reveals
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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email security
New research by PayPal shows a staggering 97% of Australians have been targeted by scammers, with 86% proactively helping others to stay safe online.
97% of Australians targeted by digital scams, says PayPal report
Tue, 16th Jul 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
A PayPal study reveals 97% of Australians have faced online scam attempts, with most turning to millennials for tech safety support.
Industry reax: Ofcom warns social media firms of bans without safety compliance
Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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risk & compliance
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collaboration
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online safety
In a bid for child safety online, Ofcom warns social media platforms they may face user bans for under-18s if new safety regulations are ignored.
Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security
Fri, 31st May 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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genai
Research shows 38% of Australians plan to join EOFY sales, with 42% shopping online. The shift from tax-deductibles to electronics, and household items marks a new trend.
New Zealand's NCSC briefs IPAC on potential cyber attacks
Fri, 10th May 2024
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online safety
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New Zealand's National Cyber Security Centre is conducting a review into reported attacks on Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China members.
VerifyMy appoints Emma Robert-Tissot as first Head of Marketing
Fri, 3rd May 2024
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partner programmes
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online safety
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marketing strategy
VerifyMy, a leader in online protection solutions has appointed Emma Robert-Tissot, ex-YouGov, to head their marketing, fuelling expansion while promoting child cyber-safety.
Grok Academy invites NZ students to third annual Cyber Comp
Wed, 1st May 2024
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edutech
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encryption
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phishing
Grok Academy invites students to join the annual Cyber Comp, a four-week cybersecurity challenge aimed at teaching online safety skills nationwide.
Evri, Amazon, PayPal top list of brands abused by cyber scammers
Tue, 30th Apr 2024
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martech
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commerce systems
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payment technologies
Cyber scammers exploit Evri, Amazon, and PayPal brands with phishing schemes, reveals a new study by tech retailer, Currys, indicating a rising threat of such scams.
PIA unveils revamped Android VPN app with Shadowsocks integration
Fri, 26th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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vpns
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data privacy
Private Internet Access unveils revamped Android VPN app featuring heightened user privacy, a sleeker design, and swift Kotlin-based coding, offering superior online safeguarding.
ExpressVPN research raises awareness of DNS leak risks
Wed, 17th Apr 2024
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vpns
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devops
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apm
ExpressVPN highlights hidden DNS leak risks in a ground-breaking research paper, sparking industry-wide security implications.
IWD 2024: Let's create a secure digital world for women, together
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
On International Women's Day 2024, it's a crucial necessity to jointly combat gender-based cyber crimes and establish a secure digital space for women worldwide.
New Zealanders' concern over online misinformation growing
Thu, 22nd Feb 2024
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ai
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online safety
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internetnz
Growing concern over misleading online information grips 65% of New Zealanders, with women and the elderly expressing the greatest worries.