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Australians show interest in using AI for online dating
Email Security

Australians show interest in using AI for online dating

Over 50% of Australian online daters show interest in using AI to enhance their dating experience and avoid scams, according to a Norton survey.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024
Australian parents sceptical about AI's role in children's education
EduTech

Australian parents sceptical about AI's role in children's education

Australian parents express concern about the prevalence of AI chatbots and language models in their children's education.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2024

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Microsoft privacy concerns calls for greater emphasis on security measures
Data Protection

Microsoft privacy concerns calls for greater emphasis on security measures

Privacy concerns around Microsoft's new Recall feature lead experts to advise businesses on protective measures, including policy updates and advanced IT solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Jun 2024
Appdome launches SDKProtect to secure mobile development
Endpoint Protection

Appdome launches SDKProtect to secure mobile development

Appdome launches SDKProtect to enhance mobile SDK security. This service aims to counteract threats like root detection evasion and data tampering, ensuring safer applications.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
Appdome launches SDKProtect to combat mobile app security risks
Application Security

Appdome launches SDKProtect to combat mobile app security risks

Appdome launches SDKProtect to bolster mobile SDK security, aiming to curb fraud and enhance compliance in the mobile app sector through threat-aware SDK versions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024
What is vishing? Tips to spot and avoid voice phishing scams
Malware

What is vishing? Tips to spot and avoid voice phishing scams

As vishing scams persist, we explore its mechanisms, common tactics, and how to deter these voice phishing attacks, safeguarding your personal data and finances.

By Mark Gorrie • 7 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Appdome's real-time defense against mobile app social engineering attacks
Application Security

Appdome's real-time defense against mobile app social engineering attacks

Appdome presents real-time defense system against social engineering attacks targeting mobile apps, enhancing user security and brand reputation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Mar 2024
SimSpace appoints Clint Sand as new Chief Product Officer
Data Analytics

SimSpace appoints Clint Sand as new Chief Product Officer

Clint Sand steps into role as Chief Product Officer at SimSpace, tasked with boosting the company's cybersecurity platform.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 26th Feb 2024
Norton's Genie: An AI tool to combat online dating scams
Email Security

Norton's Genie: An AI tool to combat online dating scams

Norton unveils Genie, an AI-based scam detection app, to counter increasingly sophisticated romance scams plaguing online dating realms.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Feb 2024
Checkmarx launches faster, more accurate app security solution
Digital Transformation

Checkmarx launches faster, more accurate app security solution

Checkmarx unveils its next-generation SAST solution, touted to transform enterprise application security with 90% faster app scans and up to 80% reduction in false positives.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Feb 2024
Konica Minolta appoints Melissa Dempsey as new Chief Marketing Officer
Digital Transformation

Konica Minolta appoints Melissa Dempsey as new Chief Marketing Officer

Konica Minolta boosts its Australia and New Zealand divisions with the strategic appointment of tech industry veteran, Melissa Dempsey, as Chief Marketing Officer.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Tue, 6th Feb 2024
Norton's new app, Norton Genie, fights cyber scams with Dan Levy
iOS

Norton's new app, Norton Genie, fights cyber scams with Dan Levy

Amid growing cyber scams, Norton introduces its leading scam detection app, Norton Genie, developed in collaboration with Emmy award-winning creator, Dan Levy, to help users identify and avoid online scams.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
BazarCall phishing scams employing Google Forms – report
Digital Entertainment

BazarCall phishing scams employing Google Forms – report

BazarCall phishing scams, known for their unconventional malware distribution methods, now use Google Forms in a new variant, according to Abnormal Security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023

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StructureFlow secures $6 million for AI-driven expansion
Generative AI

StructureFlow secures $6 million for AI-driven expansion

London's StructureFlow has secured USD $6 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI-driven corporate visualisation platform.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
Cyclone named Apple Authorised Education Specialist in NZ
EduTech

Cyclone named Apple Authorised Education Specialist in NZ

Cyclone has been awarded Apple Authorised Education Specialist status in New Zealand, highlighting its 30-year dedication to enhancing education through technology.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 29th May 2024
Demica & Jardine Norton team up to boost UK SME financing
Supply Chain

Demica & Jardine Norton team up to boost UK SME financing

London-based finance provider Demica partners with trade finance firm Jardine Norton, backing an increased financing facility of up to GBP £200 million to aid the growth of UK SMEs and double its financed portfolio.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
New Zealand online daters turn to AI for love amid increased scams
Email Security

New Zealand online daters turn to AI for love amid increased scams

More than half of New Zealand's online daters are open to using AI as a dating coach, despite increasing risks such as dating scams, reveals Norton's Cyber Safety Insights Report 2024.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024