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Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security
Marketing Technologies

Australians shift EOFY shopping focus to online deals & security

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 31st May 2024
ServiceSeeking joins ConnectID for enhanced online security for SMEs
Data Privacy

ServiceSeeking joins ConnectID for enhanced online security for SMEs

ServiceSeeking teams with ConnectID to boost online protection for SMEs via reliable identity verification, curbing fraud risks and fostering a trusted ecosystem.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Review: Avast Ultimate Business Security - comprehensive to say the least
Malware

Review: Avast Ultimate Business Security - comprehensive to say the least

Avast Ultimate Business Security emerges as a robust cybersecurity solution offering antivirus, online privacy tools, and automated patch management.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Thu, 11th Apr 2024
Checkmarx uncovers disruptive prank on NPM by user gdi2290
Storage

Checkmarx uncovers disruptive prank on NPM by user gdi2290

NPM user gdi2290 causes chaos by uploading an 'everything' package with countless dependencies to the registry, causing disruption and highlighting over-dependency issues.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 4th Jan 2024
UK internet users at risk due to password duplication
Multi-factor authentication

UK internet users at risk due to password duplication

Nearly 40% of UK internet users risk data breaches by using identical passwords for multiple accounts, according to Yubico.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Dec 2023
Top tips for staying safe online this festive season
Multi-factor authentication

Top tips for staying safe online this festive season

Protect your Christmas tech presents: Keeper Security advises on safe gift operation to ward off cybercriminals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 21st Dec 2023
2/3 consumers have digital privacy concerns when shopping online
eBay

2/3 consumers have digital privacy concerns when shopping online

Two-thirds of US online shoppers are anxious about their digital privacy, according to a Private Internet Access survey.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 21st Nov 2023
'World More Than A Password Day' initiative launches to strengthen cybersecurity
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

'World More Than A Password Day' initiative launches to strengthen cybersecurity

World More Than A Password Day launches with endorsement from 90 global organisations to bolster online security.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 13th Nov 2023
ExpressVPN unveils Keys, its new password manager in security toolkit expansion
Breach Prevention

ExpressVPN unveils Keys, its new password manager in security toolkit expansion

ExpressVPN branches into wider security tools, unveiling its new password manager, Keys, for a safer and more secure online experience.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 9th Nov 2023

Stories from Other Regions

Online security stories

Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure
Multi-factor authentication

Exclusive: AUS 3C report reveals how different generations stay secure

AUS 3C's report finds Gen Z and Millennials know cybersecurity basics but struggle with consistent use, citing inconvenience and frustration.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Most Britons worry over control of personal data online
Fintech

Most Britons worry over control of personal data online

A Ping Identity survey reveals that 75% of Britons feel they lack control over their online data, fuelling concerns over privacy, fraud, and identity theft.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 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
Put some muscle into online security and WIN a PAIR of SIGNED BOXING GLOVES by DANNY GREEN!
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Put some muscle into online security and WIN a PAIR of SIGNED BOXING GLOVES by DANNY GREEN!

Boxing legend Danny Green partners with COSBOA to bolster cyber security for small businesses, offering a chance to win signed gloves. Enrol now!.

By COSBOA • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
Most Australians targeted by online scams, study reveals
EduTech

Most Australians targeted by online scams, study reveals

New research by PayPal shows a staggering 97% of Australians have been targeted by scammers, with 86% proactively helping others to stay safe online.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Singaporeans value seamless, secure digital experiences, survey finds
Customer Experience

Singaporeans value seamless, secure digital experiences, survey finds

Singaporeans prioritise simple, secure online experiences, with 73% considering a brand switch for passwordless logins, reveals a survey by Ping Identity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd 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
EnSilica integrates post-quantum cryptography accelerators in eSi-Crypto range
Encryption

EnSilica integrates post-quantum cryptography accelerators in eSi-Crypto range

EnSilica, a cybersecurity firm, integrates Post Quantum Cryptography (PQC) accelerators into its hardware range, strengthening encryption against prospective quantum computing threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jan 2024
Australians would prefer tax stress over dealing with scam messages
Digital Entertainment

Australians would prefer tax stress over dealing with scam messages

Over half of Australians would choose the stress of tax filings rather than dealing with scam messages, a McAfee study reveals.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Nov 2023