By: CMAA
While there’s no confirmed mass breach of Gmail itself, Australians should still be alert.
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Cybercrime is a $9.5 Trillion Industry: Here’s How to Stay Safe
By: Michael McQueen
Cybercrime is no longer a niche issue. It has grown into a staggering $9.5 trillion economy, making it the third-largest in the world, trailing only behind the United States and China.
Talk Early, Talk Often: Conversations the Key to Instilling Online Safety in Children
By: Jess Drummond
As the federal government moves towards legislating social media age restrictions for children due to issues around mental and physical health, bullying, and online safety, concerns are surfacing about whether such bans could isolate young people further.
Dating Apps: Drastic Rule Changes Coming
By: Mike Crooks
Online dating apps just became safer, according to the federal government.
How Secure is Your Home Internet?
By: Sam Robinson
A simple check and change will ensure your home internet is a whole lot more secure.
Dolly’s Dream
By: Yvette Cherry
The parents of Dolly Everett, a 14 year old girl who took her own life after being relentlessly bullied, have created a very powerful and evocative advertisement to address the issue of cyber bullying.
Has Cyberbullying Affected You? Expert Advice for Teens and Parents
By: Clare Bruce
More than half of all Australia’s young people have experienced cyberbullying – that’s bullying using the web, smartphones or social media – and parents are being urged to become more aware.
Are Smart Toys Safe?
There is a toy revolution building. Kids toys are becoming smarter. It’s part of the “internet of things”, which basically means that every “thing” you can buy can be connected to the Internet.
Body & Cyber Safety: How to Pre-Arm and Protect Your Children
In the past week I’ve been contacted by several parents. They’ve asked a number of questions, all along the same lines*: