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Government pilots digital ID to make rental applications safer and easier

Tue, 28th Oct 2025
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The Australian Government is trialling digital ID pilots to simplify rental applications and better protect renters’ personal data from misuse and theft.
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Most Singapore banks fall short of brand promises, says Forrester

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Forrester's Total Experience Score reveals most Singapore banks fail to deliver customer experiences matching their brand promises, with Citibank and DBS leading.
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New Zealanders risk scams as shortcuts drive holiday shopping

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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New Zealanders risk scams this holiday season by sharing personal data for discounts and shopping via social media, as AI-fuelled frauds rise, Norton warns.
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Microsoft to end Windows 10 support, raising security concerns

Sat, 11th Oct 2025
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Microsoft will end Windows 10 support from 14 October, leaving millions at risk without security updates unless they upgrade or enrol in Extended Security Updates.
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Bitdefender launches global campaign to combat AI scam threats

Fri, 10th Oct 2025
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Bitdefender launches They Wear Our Faces campaign to fight AI-driven scams like deepfakes, warning consumers worldwide to stay alert and protect personal data.
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WhatsApp 'vote for my child' scam spreads across Europe

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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A WhatsApp scam called 'Vote for my child' is spreading across Europe, tricking users into sharing codes and demanding money, warns Bitdefender.
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Health sector tops UK self-reported data breaches in 2023-2025

Thu, 9th Oct 2025
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The health sector leads UK data breach self-reports with 3,820 cases from 2023 to early 2025, reveals ICO data analysed by Reward Gateway Edenred.
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New Zealanders urged to act as NZD $1.6 billion lost to scams

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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New Zealanders lost NZD $1.6 billion to online scams in 2024; a new digital tool helps assess personal data exposure to prevent further losses.
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WestJet data breach exposes passports, fuelling identity fraud risks

Wed, 8th Oct 2025
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A WestJet data breach exposed passengers' passports and IDs, heightening risks of long-term identity theft and synthetic fraud schemes globally.
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UK users urged to boost digital safety as weak passwords prevail

Sun, 5th Oct 2025
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Nearly half of UK users rely on weak passwords like "123456," risking cyber attacks as searches for stronger credentials surge 133%.
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Facebook, WhatsApp & TikTok most invasive, Discord safest

Thu, 2nd Oct 2025
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Research finds Facebook, WhatsApp, and TikTok most privacy-invasive, while Discord tops the list for safeguarding user data and resisting AI training use.
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Firevault unveils offline digital vault to combat rising cyber risks

Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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Firevault launches offline digital vault system to shield businesses and directors from rising cyber breach risks and hefty fines in the UK and worldwide.
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European consumers weigh AI, privacy & personalisation for BFCM

Fri, 19th Sep 2025
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European consumers show cautious optimism towards AI easing Black Friday shopping, with 44% positive but 40% concerned over data privacy and personalisation.
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Samsung appliances achieve IoT security certification from TÜV Nord

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Samsung's digital appliances, including AI Jet Bot Steam and Bespoke Refrigerators, earn TÜV Nord IoT security certification, reinforcing smart home data protection.
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Nevada government hit by cyberattack, disrupting key services

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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A cyberattack forced Nevada to shut government offices and took websites and phone lines offline, disrupting key public services and staff work.
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Exclusive: Cloudera urges banks to rethink data for AI

Mon, 25th Aug 2025
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Australian banks invest heavily in AI but struggle to realise value amid complex compliance, fragmented data, and rising customer trust concerns, experts say.
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iiNet cyber breach exposes Australia's ongoing security flaws

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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A breach at iiNet exposed personal data of over 280,000 Aussies, spotlighting ongoing cybersecurity flaws in the nation’s digital infrastructure.
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Fake pharmacies, AI-driven scams surge in UK cyber landscape

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Fake pharmacies and AI-powered scams surge in UK cyber threats, with over 5,000 bogus sites and a 340% rise in financial scams targeting users.
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Suprema leads access control sector with EU CE RED certification

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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Suprema leads the access control sector, securing EU CE RED cybersecurity certification for its AI facial authentication devices ahead of 2025 compliance deadline.
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UK flyers prioritise convenience over personal data security at airports

Tue, 29th Jul 2025
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Over half of UK flyers prioritise convenience over data security at airports, despite 59% fearing personal information loss during travel, a new study finds.