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Kaspersky uncovers malicious WhatsApp mod spreading via Telegram
Thu, 9th Nov 2023
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malware
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cybersecurity
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Kaspersky reveals a dangerous WhatsApp mod, dispersed via Telegram, that secretly installs malware impacting over 340,000 users.
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EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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phishing
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
EU aims to standardise digital IDs with personal data control by 2026, moving away from cloud-based providers.
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DerSecur offers free vulnerability checks at Govware event with DerScanner
Tue, 24th Oct 2023
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apple
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smartphones
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technology gifts
DerSecur, a cybersecurity start-up, is offering a free vulnerability check for mobile and web apps at this year's Govware event in Singapore.
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Gen Z & millennials: the most vulnerable to cybercrimes
Mon, 16th Oct 2023
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malware
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phishing
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physical security
Gen Z and millennials, the digital era's major users, are most at risk of falling prey to cybercrimes, a study suggests.
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GAIN LINE's suggestions for robust data security post Lyca Mobile attack
Sat, 14th Oct 2023
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storage
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firewall
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digital transformation
Leading business consultancy, GAIN LINE, calls for stronger data security measures following recent cyber-attack on Lyca Mobile.
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Innovative UK cyber firm coc00n joins NCSC initiative to tackle national cyber threats
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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compliance
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cybersecurity
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ncsc
British cyber security tech firm, coc00n, has joined a programme by the National Cyber Security Centre to bolster the UK's cyber resilience.
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Private Internet Access expands global server network to 91 countries
Fri, 13th Oct 2023
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smartphones
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cloud services
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vpn
Private Internet Access (PIA) has expanded its global server network to 91 countries, strengthening its position in the cybersecurity sector.
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Magecart web skimming threat targets food and retail
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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cybersecurity
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threat intelligence
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akamai
New Magecart web skimming campaign targets food and retail websites, using advanced concealment techniques to hide malicious code.
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Yoti & Lloyds bank launch digital ID app amid rising identity fraud threat
Thu, 5th Oct 2023
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personal data
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banking
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lloyd's of london
UK's Yoti and Lloyds Bank introduce a digital ID app, the Lloyds Bank Smart-ID, to combat increasing ID fraud.
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Gartner: Security spending to reach $215 billion by 2024, bolstered by Cloud & AI
Fri, 29th Sep 2023
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cloud services
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wfh
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cloud security
Cloud tech, AI, hybrid workforce, and evolving regulations will drive global security spending to $215 billion by 2024.
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Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals
Mon, 25th Sep 2023
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data protection
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dark web
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Norton launches Norton Secure Browser to protect consumers from browser-based cyber threats and unwanted tracking.
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Verizon executive joins Quantum-Secure encryption company
Thu, 24th Aug 2023
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data protection
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physical security
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privacy
Ken Dixon, CEO of Tillman FiberCo LLC, joins Qrypt as an advisor. Qrypt offers quantum-secure encryption solutions for telecommunications.
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Australians most nervous globally about AI – report
Thu, 13th Jul 2023
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ai
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ipsos
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employment
Less than half of the nation trusts artificial intelligence, while only around 40% are excited about the AI revolution.
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Cyber crime costing the world $8 trillion every year
Fri, 23rd Jun 2023
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cybersecurity
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cybercrime
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personal data
In the context of our technologically advanced society, the protection of personal data has emerged as a critical concern.
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UK and US ‘data bridge’ to extend Data Privacy Framework
Tue, 13th Jun 2023
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data protection
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privacy
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personal data
UK and US to create 'data bridge' to facilitate free flow of personal data. Move aims to reduce costs and increase opportunities for businesses.
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Check Point highlights new ChatGPT4.0 account theft concerns
Mon, 17th Apr 2023
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dark web
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physical security
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email security
Check Point Research has identified a growing trend on the dark web and hacking underground involving the theft and sale of stolen ChatGPT Premium accounts.
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Norton brings consumer identity protection to New Zealand
Wed, 22nd Mar 2023
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data protection
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identity
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norton
Norton launches Norton 360 Platinum in New Zealand, offering identity theft victims help resolving their issues.
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How to prevent dark web criminals profiting from your data
Wed, 15th Feb 2023
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dark web
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cybersecurity
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fraud
Dark web trade of stolen login details is booming, putting individuals and companies at serious risk. Action is needed to prevent it.
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OECD adopts privacy safeguards while accessing personal data
Fri, 16th Dec 2022
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oecd
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digital economy
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privacy
The agreement is on approaches to safeguarding the privacy and other freedoms when accessing personal data for national security and law enforcement purposes.
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Lookout appoints Donovan as New Chief Revenue Officer
Fri, 9th Dec 2022
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network infrastructure
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casb
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sentinelone
Dan Donovan, a sales veteran, has been appointed as the chief revenue officer at Lookout, overseeing all segments of the global sales operation.
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Google says privacy key as NZ Identity Check system planned
Mon, 7th Nov 2022
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bi
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big data
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private cloud
Google supports efforts to fix legal stability in data flow and privacy. New Zealand uses Google Analytics in online ID system.
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Aussies indifferent when it comes to digital privacy
Mon, 31st Oct 2022
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privacy
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identity
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personal data
Aussies remain indifferent when it comes to giving personal details to service providers even after recent data breaches that have made headline news.
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Private details of Otago students were exposed by digital fault
Fri, 21st Oct 2022
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
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universities
A digital security breach allowed personal details about most University of Otago students to be viewable to others.
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Blis appoints Natalie Muir as Insights Lead across APAC
Fri, 9th Sep 2022
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apac
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personal data
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job moves
Blis has appointed Natalie Muir as Insights Lead for APAC, strengthening its data and insights capabilities, as brands seek non-cookie based advertising.