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What is vishing? Tips to spot and avoid voice phishing scams

Thu, 2nd May 2024
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As vishing scams persist, we explore its mechanisms, common tactics, and how to deter these voice phishing attacks, safeguarding your personal data and finances.
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Ensuring security without compromising privacy

Mon, 18th Mar 2024
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data protection
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data analytics
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digital transformation
Amid rising concerns over data privacy, organisations are prioritising security without compromising individual privacy, leveraging a unified privacy-centred approach and secure technology to balance protection and compliance.
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AI deepfake scams surge with celebrity voice cloning on social media

Wed, 28th Feb 2024
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healthtech
Rise in advanced AI voice cloning scams impersonating celebrities like Oprah and Elon Musk on social media are duping victims in phoney giveaways, reveals security firm Bitdefender.
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ConnectID & RentBetter partnership enhances Australia's rental industry

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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fintech
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physical security
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cloud services
Australian Payments Plus' initiative, ConnectID, teams up with property management platform, RentBetter, aiming to boost privacy, and control for rental agents and tenants amid Australia's rental crisis.
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'ResumeLooters' cyber-attack disrupts 65 companies across Asia-Pacific

Thu, 8th Feb 2024
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apm
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software development
'ResumeLooters' cybercrime campaign compromises 65 businesses in Asia-Pacific, exploiting weaknesses in job search and retail sites to steal and sell personal data of over 2 million individuals.
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Australian retail faces digital transformation challenges

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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data protection
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digital transformation
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supply chain
New SOTI research uncovers growing demand for digital transformation in Australia's retail section, with 93% of consumers using in-store tech.
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Data Privacy Day: Watchguard gives warning about 'free' services

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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firewalls
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breach prevention
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risk & compliance
On Data Privacy Day, WatchGuard's VP of Identity, Carla Roncato, warns of the less conspicuous costs linked with 'free' services.
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Data Privacy Day: Vectra AI emphasises a proactive approach

Fri, 26th Jan 2024
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In celebration of International Data Privacy Day, Vectra AI's Chris Fisher stresses the need for organisations to take a proactive stance in improving data protection measures.
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Surge in cyberattacks on public sector spotlighted by KnowBe4 report

Wed, 24th Jan 2024
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phishing
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email security
Cyberattacks on the public sector surge in 2023, says KnowBe4 report, revealing a noteworthy 31% increase in APAC region and a global rising trend in ransomware incidents.
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ESET uncovers malicious Python projects spreading via PyPI

Mon, 1st Jan 2024
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blockchain
ESET Research has discovered a series of malicious Python projects distributed via PyPI repository, introducing a customised backdoor into Windows, Linux systems, and stealing personal data.
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Malicious Python projects targeting Linux, Windows systems

Thu, 28th Dec 2023
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crypto
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blockchain
ESET uncovers harmful Python projects on official repository, PyPI; malware delivers cyberespionage backdoor and data theft.
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Top tips for staying safe online this festive season

Thu, 21st Dec 2023
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passwordless
Protect your Christmas tech presents: Keeper Security advises on safe gift operation to ward off cybercriminals.
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Salesforce enhances AI features & launches Trailblazer Career Marketplace

Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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crm
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data analytics
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martech
Salesforce bolsters AI capabilities in Data Cloud and Einstein 1 Platform, and launches Trailblazer Career Marketplace.
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IronVest CMO predicts rise in CNP fraud & masking tech use in 2024

Fri, 8th Dec 2023
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cmo
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online shopping
IronVest CMO, Guy Bauman, forecasts an increase in card-not-present fraud and usage of 'masking' technologies in 2024.
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Bazaarvoice acquires Granify to enhance eCommerce with personalised shopping experiences

Thu, 7th Dec 2023
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e-commerce
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transparency
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content creation
Bazaarvoice set to revolutionise eCommerce by acquiring Granify, aiming to offer personalised online shopping experiences.
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Vodafone encourages Australians to recycle unused mobile devices

Thu, 30th Nov 2023
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vodafone
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e-waste & recycling
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holiday season
Vodafone urges Aussies to recycle old mobiles this holiday, revealing 22.3 million devices lay redundant across the nation.
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Consumers adapt spending & embrace technological shopping trends

Tue, 28th Nov 2023
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ar, vr & metaverse
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transparency
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inflation
Consumers lead change in global spending habits amid economic crisis, attracting to cost-effective offers and novel tech trends.
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Festive season online shopping spurs rise in luxury brand phishing scams

Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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passwords
Cyber threats are on the rise this holiday season, warns Check Point Research, with a 13% increase in malicious files related to online orders and deliveries.
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Innotec Security on avoiding social network job scams

Mon, 13th Nov 2023
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cybersecurity
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accenture
Innotec Security offers invaluable advice on thwarting job scams on social networks amid rising fraudulent ventures.
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AP+ & Five by Five Global campaign tackles data oversharing issue

Mon, 13th Nov 2023
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data privacy
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awareness
AP+ and Five by Five Global have launched a campaign to counter data oversharing issue with novel ConnectID solution.