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Why safeguarding children's data is essential in the digital age
Data Protection

Why safeguarding children's data is essential in the digital age

With children increasingly at risk online, Australia's updated Privacy Act aims to strengthen protections for their data in a rapidly changing digital landscape.

By Alyssa Blackburn • 4 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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
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

Global Stories

Online Safety stories

Jamf predicts future trends in AI, education & security
Data Protection

Jamf predicts future trends in AI, education & security

Jamf executives highlight the urgent need for robust AI policies and online safety in education, as generative AI increasingly shapes technology use.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Phishing campaign targets YouTube creators with fake deals
Malware

Phishing campaign targets YouTube creators with fake deals

CloudSEK reveals a phishing campaign targeting over 200,000 YouTube creators with fake collaboration emails, jeopardising accounts and spreading scams.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 23rd Dec 2024
Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise
Generative AI

Safety tech sector sees $6.3 billion investment rise

Paladin Capital Group's latest report reveals global Safety Tech investment has surged to $6.3 billion, highlighting steady sector growth amid rising digital threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Dec 2024
Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices
Data Protection

Experts warn of AI-driven scams mimicking familiar voices

Experts warn that AI technology is making scams more sophisticated, with deepfakes and vishing threatening personal information and finances.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Dec 2024
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

Stories from Other Regions

Online Safety stories

Ransomware is doubling down — What you need to know about the recent surge
Malware

Ransomware is doubling down — What you need to know about the recent surge

Ransomware attacks have surged by 100% from Q2 to Q3/2024, with the Magniber variant leading the charge, highlighting the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.

By Stephen Kho • 4 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
N4L report showcases digital achievements in NZ schools
EduTech

N4L report showcases digital achievements in NZ schools

N4L's 2024 Annual Report reveals the company's strides in digital solutions, connecting over 900,000 users across New Zealand's schools and enhancing online safety.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024
Netsafe report urges urgent reform of digital safety law
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Netsafe report urges urgent reform of digital safety law

Netsafe's Annual Report reveals a sharp rise in online threats in New Zealand, urging urgent reforms to the Harmful Digital Communications Act.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Dec 2024
Cyber incidents rise sharply, losses from threats decrease
Data Protection

Cyber incidents rise sharply, losses from threats decrease

Cybercrime incidents surged by 58% in Q3 2024, with phishing and unauthorised access posing significant threats, warns the National Cyber Security Centre.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Dec 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