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Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber Smart Week 2024: Kiwis urged to secure their digital footprint

Cert NZ's Cyber Smart Week has returned, aiming to strengthen New Zealand's cyber resilience amid rising online threats, urging Kiwis and SMEs to adopt stronger security.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Oct 2024

Global Stories

Online Safety stories

Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025
Physical Security

Gen foresees rising AI-driven scams & identity risks by 2025

Gen's cybersecurity predictions for 2025 highlight a surge in identity theft and hyper-personalised scams driven by AI advancements and major breaches.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
Netsafe & EduSpark join forces to boost online safety in Asia
EduTech

Netsafe & EduSpark join forces to boost online safety in Asia

Netsafe has formed a partnership with EduSpark to enhance online safety education across Asia, targeting issues like cyberbullying and misinformation.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2024
Cybercriminals target Olympic Games & concerts in 2024
Malware

Cybercriminals target Olympic Games & concerts in 2024

Cybercriminals are exploiting major events like the EUROs and Valentine's Day with phishing attacks, prompting warnings for heightened consumer vigilance.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Snapchat enhances family safety with new location tools
Social Media

Snapchat enhances family safety with new location tools

Snapchat has introduced new location-sharing features in its Family Centre to boost safety and connectivity for families using the app.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Bitdefender unveils Scamio tool to tackle Discord scams
Malware

Bitdefender unveils Scamio tool to tackle Discord scams

Bitdefender has launched Scamio on Discord, a free tool designed to protect users from rising scams on the platform, which has over 200 million monthly users.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2024
Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Malware

Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta

Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Cyber safety campaign launched for high school students
EduTech

Cyber safety campaign launched for high school students

The Marketing Syndicate, in partnership with Palo Alto Networks and NSW's Department of Education, launches a cyber safety campaign for high school students.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2024
New phishing scam uses QR codes to bypass security tools
Phishing

New phishing scam uses QR codes to bypass security tools

Barracuda analysts warn of escalating phishing threats using QR codes crafted from ASCII/Unicode characters, evading traditional security measures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 11th Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Online Safety stories

Fortinet partners with South Australia for cybersecurity programme
Firewalls

Fortinet partners with South Australia for cybersecurity programme

Fortinet has partnered with South Australia's Department for Education to train over 15,500 staff in vital cybersecurity awareness, enhancing digital security.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 25th Nov 2024
Australia's proposed social media ban for under 16s debated
Online Safety

Australia's proposed social media ban for under 16s debated

Australia's proposed ban on social media for under 16s has sparked intense debate over the feasibility and need for stronger online safety measures.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
OECD & Cisco launch digital well-being hub in Australia
Digital Transformation

OECD & Cisco launch digital well-being hub in Australia

The OECD and Cisco have launched a Digital Well-being Hub in Australia to explore the impact of digital technologies on well-being and inclusivity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700
EduTech

Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700

AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Nov 2024
Akamai reveals cybercrime's impact on UK mental health
Ransomware

Akamai reveals cybercrime's impact on UK mental health

New research reveals a 'cybercrime mental health crisis' in the UK, with victims losing an average of GBP £808 and suffering severe emotional distress.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians
Ransomware

Illegal streaming triples cybercrime risk for Australians

A new survey reveals that Australians using illegal streaming sites are three times more likely to fall victim to cybercrime, sparking health concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users
Malware

Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users

Telstra has unveiled its free Device Security Essentials to help safeguard Australian mobile users against rising online threats and scams.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2024
Younger Australians vulnerable due to poor online security habits
EduTech

Younger Australians vulnerable due to poor online security habits

A new report by Aus3C highlights growing online safety concerns among younger Australians, with many finding cybersecurity efforts frustrating and complex.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024