Tag: cybersecurity

Meta’s Hidden Study What the Courts Are Saying About Social Media & Mental Health Recent court filings have uncovered a troubling narrative: Meta (the company behind Facebook and Instagram) may have downplayed or even buried its own research showing negative mental health effects, especially among teens. What the Court Case Reveals A deeper dive into…

The Rise of SMS Phishing Why your phone is the new frontline in Cyber-security Cybercriminals follow one simple rule: attack where people are paying the least attention. Right now, that target is your mobile phone. SMS phishing has surged across Australia and globally, becoming one of the fastest-growing cyber threats affecting individuals and businesses alike.…

The Problem With Old WordPress Plugins Your website isn’t just a page on the internet, it’s part of your business. And just like anything valuable, it’s a target. One of the biggest risks to WordPress sites right now comes from something many people overlook: old plugins. A Real Example of What’s Happening Right Now Recently,…

Meta is Using Your Images for AI Social media platforms have become central to our daily lives, but new updates from Meta highlight an important consideration for users: your photos could be used to train AI systems. Meta’s AI and Your Images Meta has confirmed that images uploaded to Facebook and Instagram may be accessed…

Cyber-security Starts with You; Why Smart Habits Matter as Much as Cyber Tools When it comes to cyber-security, businesses often invest in the latest tools, from firewalls and EDR to advanced monitoring systems. These tools are vital, but here’s the truth: no matter how many security layers are in place, they can’t replace common sense…

Australia stands on the verge of a sweeping transformation in the way its youngest citizens interact with social media. As lawmakers debate a groundbreaking proposal to ban under-16s from major platforms, the nation wrestles with questions of safety, freedom, and technological change. With industry players, educators, and families all having a stake in the outcome, the months ahead promise robust public discussion and policy innovation. The ultimate challenge will be to protect children from online harms while empowering them to navigate an increasingly digital world with confidence and resilience.

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Unlocking Efficiency with Office Door Access Systems How Modern Access Control Enhances Security and Productivity Office door access systems have emerged as a vital solution for managing entry to office spaces, offering convenience, security and logging. Technicalities have worked with numerous companies and systems and provide the coding background to either application based, or fob…

Cyber Training Partnership – Phished Enhancing Security Awareness Through Strategic Collaboration. We are thrilled to announce our strategic partnership with Phished, a leading provider of cyber security training solutions, to offer our customers advanced cyber training modules. This collaboration aims to fortify our customers’ defences against cyber threats by leveraging Phished’s cutting-edge training platform and…

Latest Cyber Threat Trends As we navigate the digital landscape of 2025, the world of cyber security continues to evolve at a rapid pace. With cyber threats becoming increasingly sophisticated, it is imperative for individuals and organisations to stay informed about the latest trends in order to protect their digital assets. Here, we outline some…