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Safer Internet Day: CTO underlines risk to young web users
Firewalls

Safer Internet Day: CTO underlines risk to young web users

On Safer Internet Day, WatchGuard's CTO Corey Nachreiner calls for enhanced online safety awareness, emphasising the threat of AI privacy concerns.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Feb 2024
Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024
EduTech

Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024

Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky reveal increasing threats to minors in 2024, including AI-generated inappropriate content, cyberattacks on young gamers and malicious app downloads.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
PIA launches VPN pass to bolster digital rights in high-risk areas
Virtual Private Networks

PIA launches VPN pass to bolster digital rights in high-risk areas

Private Internet Access launches PIA Privacy Pass, offering free VPN subscriptions to journalists and NGOs in high-risk areas.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
Zally to transform cybersecurity with behavioural biometrics
Online Safety

Zally to transform cybersecurity with behavioural biometrics

Manchester authentication startup Zally is aiming to revolutionise cybersecurity with progressive behavioural biometrics technology.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Dec 2023
New measures introduced to Snapchat to safeguard teens
Risk & Compliance

New measures introduced to Snapchat to safeguard teens

Snap has announced a new package of safeguards to further protect 13-17 year old Snapchatters from potential online risks.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 8th Sep 2023
Gen Z in the dark on basic internet terms – research
Unified Communications

Gen Z in the dark on basic internet terms – research

The DNS Research Federation suggests young people are risking their safety online by using the Internet without knowing what key terms mean.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Aug 2023
Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you
Cybersecurity

Take the Password Pledge and secure the digital you

The livelihood of our digital lives is fostered by good online hygiene, which begins with proper password management.

By Bogdan Botezatu • 3 min read • Thu, 25th May 2023
Norton's 11 tips to help protect your privacy online
Cybersecurity

Norton's 11 tips to help protect your privacy online

Governments, businesses, and individuals can buy information about you that's been gathered online, like your health status, contact details and your location.

By Mark Gorrie • 4 min read • Wed, 15th Mar 2023
First Europe organisation to defend rights online forms
Online Safety

First Europe organisation to defend rights online forms

A first-of-its-kind European organisation has formed in the Hague to defend human rights online, providing legal and technical assistance to victims.

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Jan 2023
iSANZ ceremony recognises Aotearoa's efforts for 2022
Cybersecurity

iSANZ ceremony recognises Aotearoa's efforts for 2022

Various cybersecurity professionals, firms and initiatives were honoured at last night's Information Security Awards of New Zealand (iSANZ).

By Zach Thompson • 4 min read • Wed, 2nd Nov 2022

Stories from Other Regions

Online Safety stories

Australia set to launch new online safety regulations in 2023
Cloud Services

Australia set to launch new online safety regulations in 2023

Australia plans to implement a comprehensive set of online safety regulations from December 2023; smaller businesses face compliance challenges.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Dec 2023
ESET & Big Smoke announce winners of Australian children's cyber safety writing contest
Online Safety

ESET & Big Smoke announce winners of Australian children's cyber safety writing contest

ESET and The Big Smoke Media Group crown winners of an Aussie children's writing contest focusing on cyber safety.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Dec 2023
Norton declares Cyber Safety Sunday to safeguard online shopping
Cybersecurity

Norton declares Cyber Safety Sunday to safeguard online shopping

Norton proclaims 'Cyber Safety Sunday' to promote online safety measures amid anticipated increase in holiday cyber attacks.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023
McAfee products now available at Officeworks in Australia
Endpoint Protection

McAfee products now available at Officeworks in Australia

The introduction of McAfee in the market will make it easier for Australian consumers to keep their personal information safe and private.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Oct 2023
Spark unveils Esports initiatives: Game Arena and 'The Rise Cup':
Gaming

Spark unveils Esports initiatives: Game Arena and 'The Rise Cup':

Spark announces the launch of Spark Game Arena, with the nationwide tournament The Rise Cup featuring Fortnite, and a $30,000 prize pool up for grabs.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Oct 2023
Titans of Tech - Parvinder Walia of ESET Australia
Online Safety

Titans of Tech - Parvinder Walia of ESET Australia

Meet Parvinder Walia, the visionary leader at the helm of ESET Australia, championing cybersecurity and diversity.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Sep 2023
TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety
Cybersecurity

TUANZ urges next Govt to commit to improving online safety

The Tech Users Association has called on whoever makes up the next Government to commit to continuing to take the lead on improving security and safety online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Sep 2023
How protected are migrants and refugees from cybercrime in Aotearoa?
Unified Communications

How protected are migrants and refugees from cybercrime in Aotearoa?

Over 35% of Kiwis are affected by scams weekly. Do migrants and refugees have equitable access to online protection tools?.

By Zach Thompson • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Aug 2022