Australian Stories

Young Australians back under-16 social media curbs

Survey finds 47% of young Australians back under-16 social media limits, but most fear losing news, learning and friendship online.

By Mark Tarre • 3 min read • Last month

Surveillance

Australians fear identity theft as online fraud rises

Australians wary of AI fraud checks as Experian data shows 56% have faced online scams or identity theft, with millennials hit hardest.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

Data Protection

ASIC steps up takedown of AI investment scam sites

ASIC ramps up AI scam fight as it takes down 11,964 bogus investment websites and warns of slicker ads, fake endorsements and cloaking tactics.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month

Global Stories

Fintech

Ecommpay report says eCommerce fraud needs overhaul

Ecommpay urges eCommerce overhaul as fraud report says current controls miss social engineering, distort competition and leave merchants exposed.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Last month

Malware

VIPRE launches cybersecurity training for students

VIPRE expands into student cyber safety with age-based lessons on phishing, AI impersonation and online abuse for schools and partners.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Booking.com warns some customers of possible data exposure

Booking.com tells some customers to watch for phishing after suspicious activity exposed reservation details, contact data and messages linked to bookings.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month

Endpoint Protection

Android banking trojan linked to Cambodia scam compound

Researchers link Android banking trojan to Cambodia scam compound, exposing a malware-for-hire network impersonating banks and agencies across 21 countries.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Google expands healthcare ad certification to India & New Zealand

Google and LegitScript widen healthcare ad certification to India and New Zealand, tightening rules for pharmacies and telemedicine providers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Last month

Data Analytics

World Cup guide warns banks of scams & trafficking

World Cup guide urges banks to spot scams and trafficking as tournament travel, ticket demand and online activity heighten fraud risks.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Last month

Data Protection

Great Southern Grammar embraces AI to boost high-impact teaching

Great Southern Grammar's IT lead Kieran Bailey says a tight pilot, longer-lasting Surface devices and Microsoft tools are transforming classroom tech.

By Anthony Caruana • 6 min read • Last month

Data Protection

ExpressVPN launches private AI platform with secure enclaves

ExpressVPN expands beyond VPNs with encrypted AI chats, launching ExpressAI on confidential computing enclaves after an audit by cybersecurity firm Cure53.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Last month

Data Privacy

Voters back health insurance reforms & AI safeguards

Battleground-state voters want tougher health insurance rules and strong AI guardrails, with overwhelming support for mental health protections.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Mar 2026

Stories from Other Regions

Marketing Technologies

Google says Gemini blocked 8.3 billion ads in 2025

Google says Gemini boosted its ad safety systems as it blocked 8.3 billion ads, suspended 24.9 million accounts and cut false bans.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Social Media

Ticombo warns fans on World Cup ticket fraud risks

Ticombo urges Canadian football fans to steer clear of unverified World Cup ticket sellers as resale prices climb above CAD $600.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Generative AI

Vylit launches 18+ creator platform led by Ami Gan

Former OnlyFans chief executive Ami Gan and Kailey Magder unveil Vylit, an invite-only 18+ social network blending discovery, subscriptions and AI tools.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month