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Emerge & SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification in NZ
Cloud Services

Emerge & SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification in NZ

Emerge and SquareOne introduce Blue tick email verification to combat phishing scams in New Zealand, enhancing trust and security in fintech communications.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 24th Jul 2024

Global Stories

Consumers demand stronger data security against AI risks
Data Protection

Consumers demand stronger data security against AI risks

Research from Cohesity reveals that consumers worldwide are increasingly alarmed about excessive data collection and potential AI threats to their privacy.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Ping Identity survey finds Aussies distrust identity security
Biometrics

Ping Identity survey finds Aussies distrust identity security

A Ping Identity survey reveals 87% of Australians worry about identity fraud and AI's impact on security, with only 7% fully trusting organisations with their data.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Content platforms exploited for phishing attacks, warns Barracuda
EduTech

Content platforms exploited for phishing attacks, warns Barracuda

Barracuda reveals cybercriminals exploiting content platforms for phishing, targeting educational institutions and businesses worldwide with deceitful emails.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 17th Sep 2024
Survey reveals deepening distrust in corporate data practices
Data Privacy

Survey reveals deepening distrust in corporate data practices

A PrivacyEngine survey of 1.3 million people globally reveals that 60% of consumers feel their personal data is misused, shaking trust in corporate data practices.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Gap found between data security perceptions & breach reality
EduTech

Gap found between data security perceptions & breach reality

Report reveals a disconnect between perceived and actual data security, with 63% of firms overestimating their protective measures despite record data breaches.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Mon, 15th Jul 2024
Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics
Physical Security

Bitdefender warns of rising scams targeting 2024 Paris Olympics

Bitdefender uncovers scams targeting the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, threatening spectators globally with fake giveaways to steal personal data and money.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Experts warn of fallout from BBC Pension and LAUSD data breaches
Data Protection

Experts warn of fallout from BBC Pension and LAUSD data breaches

Recent data breaches at the BBC Pension Scheme and Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) have exposed critical vulnerabilities, prompting cybersecurity experts to issue warnings about the potential misuse of stolen information.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
GDPR challenges: Baillie's six data management solutions
Data Protection

GDPR challenges: Baillie's six data management solutions

Six years post-GDPR, many businesses still grapple with compliance. Andy Baillie of Semarchy proposes six MDM solutions to address ongoing data management challenges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 24th May 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

Stories from Other Regions

Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data
Data Protection

Concerns raised over accuracy of UK digital identity data

Human-rights charity Sex Matters warns that inaccuracies in UK government records about sex could jeopardise the Data Use and Access Bill's integrity.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey
EduTech

Exclusive: Australians express rising concern over AI in Cohesity survey

A new survey by Cohesity reveals that 93% of Australians are increasingly concerned about how AI affects data security, far surpassing worries in the US and UK.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cyber attack disrupts 20 UK railway stations, sparks security fears

A cyberattack disrupted services at 20 UK railway stations, exposing security flaws in public transport infrastructure and raising public anxiety over data breaches.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
UK marketers adopt AI for Olympics strategies, study reveals
Marketing Technologies

UK marketers adopt AI for Olympics strategies, study reveals

Research reveals 51% of UK marketers are leveraging AI for Paris Olympics strategies, despite consumer concerns over data use and calls for increased regulation.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated
Data Protection

UK cyber-attack exposes MoD vulnerabilities, China speculated

A cyber-attack on the UK Ministry of Defence has sparked speculation about its source, with experts suggesting rival state involvement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Jun 2024
Bitdefender launches AI scam detector Scamio on WhatsApp in Australia
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Bitdefender launches AI scam detector Scamio on WhatsApp in Australia

Bitdefender has unveiled Scamio on WhatsApp in Australia, offering an AI-powered tool to tackle online fraud, responding to a high occurrence of scams.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 27th May 2024
The messaging evolution and the fight against fraud
Data Protection

The messaging evolution and the fight against fraud

SMS revolution's downside: Europe tackles fraud epidemic through stringent data laws and sender verification in fight to preserve trust.

By John Bruner • 8 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024