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Half of Australian consumers switch mobile providers biennially
Unified Communications

Half of Australian consumers switch mobile providers biennially

Half of Australian mobile users switch carriers biennially, with one-third buying for others, reveals SpinTel study, highlighting value over loyalty and smaller provider appeal.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Jun 2024

Global Stories

Digital footprint stories

Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data
Data Protection

Exclusive: Businesses face growing challenges in managing unstructured data

As unstructured data burgeons, businesses grapple with escalating challenges in governance, security, and costs, as experts urge immediate action to manage it effectively.

By Melania Watson • 5 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Data Protection

KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus

On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
You need to see your attack surface if you want to manage it
Data Protection

You need to see your attack surface if you want to manage it

As the complexities of corporate IT environments expand, cybersecurity experts warn that organisations must effectively identify their attack surface to enhance protection.

By Marios Kyriacou • 5 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Identity Digital & LinkedIn introduce custom domain offer
Software Development

Identity Digital & LinkedIn introduce custom domain offer

Identity Digital has teamed up with LinkedIn Premium to provide users with tools to enhance their online identities, including a website and custom domain.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2024
Protect your mini-me: How to prevent child identity theft
Phishing

Protect your mini-me: How to prevent child identity theft

Worried about child identity theft? Our guide offers 10 steps on how to prevent child identity theft so you can safeguard your little one's future.

By Stephen Kho • 4 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee hiring scam
Malware

KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee hiring scam

KnowBe4 warns of North Korean fake employee scam; firm thwarted a sophisticated cyber-attack just 25 minutes after a fraudulent hire accessed company systems.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows
Physical Security

Consumer concern over posthumous digital identity theft grows

A Kaspersky survey reveals 61% of consumers fear posthumous digital identity theft, highlighting ethical concerns and privacy issues in the digital age.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Study reveals 45% of passwords crackable within a minute
Encryption

Study reveals 45% of passwords crackable within a minute

A Kaspersky study reveals over 87 million online passwords can be guessed within one minute, exposing a severe vulnerability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Jun 2024
Harnessing Ververica Cloud for eCommerce success
Customer Experience

Harnessing Ververica Cloud for eCommerce success

Ververica Cloud uses real-time analytic capabilities powered by their VERA technology to revolutionise eCommerce and optimise user experience.

By Abdul Rehman Zafar • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
PPDS & Oracle Red Bull Racing redefine team collaboration with 4K displays
Unified Communications

PPDS & Oracle Red Bull Racing redefine team collaboration with 4K displays

Philips and Oracle Red Bull Racing (ORBR) join forces to revolutionise marketing team collaboration with installation of 13 interactive 4K displays at the MK7 headquarters in Milton Keynes, UK.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Digital footprint stories

EASM vs vulnerability scanning: What's the difference?
Internet of Things

EASM vs vulnerability scanning: What's the difference?

As organisations navigate a growing digital landscape, understanding the differences between external attack surface management and vulnerability management is crucial.

By Outpost24 • 5 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Kolsquare launches carbon footprint tool for influencers
Marketing Technologies

Kolsquare launches carbon footprint tool for influencers

Kolsquare has launched a pioneering tool to measure the carbon footprint of influencer marketing, aiming to tackle the significant emissions of the burgeoning industry.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Data protection importance grows with AI & digital twins
Data Protection

Data protection importance grows with AI & digital twins

The rise of AI and digital twins heightens the relevance of Data Protection Day, urges Jon Fielding of Apricorn, as personal data faces growing threats.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Peter Birks appointed new CEO of Velstar, succeeds Dan Sheard
Digital footprint

Peter Birks appointed new CEO of Velstar, succeeds Dan Sheard

Peter Birks has been named CEO of Velstar, with founder Dan Sheard transitioning to focus on growth and partnerships. Velstar projects a revenue of GBP £10 million for 2024.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 11th Jul 2024
Chatloop becomes experiences partner for Co-op Live arena
Apple

Chatloop becomes experiences partner for Co-op Live arena

Chatloop has become the official shared experiences partner for Co-op Live, leveraging its technology to enhance live event interactions in the UK.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Jun 2024
Netsafe launches Hector's World to boost online safety for children
Data Privacy

Netsafe launches Hector's World to boost online safety for children

In a pioneering move to protect children online, Netsafe has launched 'Hector's World', a bilingual series teaching internet safety to kids aged 5-10 in England and Te Reo Māori.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024