No generations were left untouched when it came to the threat of hackers in 2024: from the impact of political shakeups, to increasingly sophisticated cyber attacks targeting consumers, critical industries and infrastructures, the world was on high alert. Fueled by a dramatic increase in phishing
As Australian businesses return to full swing after the holiday break, employees face an increased risk of falling victim to workplace scams. With many still working remotely, the start of the new year is a prime time for scammers to exploit post-holiday distractions and the
In Australia, many businesses shut down for up to two weeks over Christmas, and with more staff working from home before and after the festive period, it’s essential to ensure your business remains secure. Here’s a quick checklist to protect your office, data, and assets
As the festive season approaches, Australians are preparing for their Christmas shopping. New research from PayPal reveals that 91% of Australians plan to buy gifts online this year, with two-thirds (67%) of Australians planning to buy half or more of their gifts online. With ongoing
The ABA welcomes the introduction into the Parliament of critical scam fighting legislation to better protect Australians. ABA CEO Anna Bligh said the Federal Government’s proposed Scams Prevention Framework is the best way forward to prevent, detect, report, disrupt and respond to scams. “This is
Small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMEs) risk being left behind in the fight against costly cyberattacks unless they receive more help to bolster their defences, the authors of a new paper published by the Actuaries Institute warn. In their Dialogue Paper*, Cyber Protection Gap Widens for SMEs, actuary
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) has today released the tenth edition of the ACS Digital Pulse report, presenting crucial insights into the evolving technology landscape and its workforce in Australia. Launched by Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon. Richard Marles MHR, at ACS’ Sydney Hub today.
Kaseya, the leading global provider of AI-powered cybersecurity and IT management software, released today the results of its 2024 Kaseya Security Survey. IT professionals reported user behaviour as their biggest cybersecurity challenge. Another important finding relates to the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence by both threat
A new report from CPM Australia spotlights customer shopping habits ahead of the holiday season, providing insight for retailers ahead of the busiest trading period of the year. 89% of people surveyed said they planned to both shop online and visit brick–and–mortar shops. However, 69%
Sophos released a report on the impact of the cybersecurity skills gap on SMBs. Below are some key findings from the survey of 5,000 frontline IT/cybersecurity professionals across 14 countries that highlight the impact on SMBs, or organizations with fewer than 500 employees. Key Finding:
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