Public Wi-Fi stories
Aussie online shoppers face fraud risks amid festive sales
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payment technologies
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paypal
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online shopping
As the festive season approaches, PayPal reveals 91% of Australians plan to shop online, but warns of rising fraud risks costing over AUD $500,000 last year.
Intelliworx warns SMBs of evolving cyber threat landscape
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advanced persistent threat protection
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breach prevention
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cybersecurity
Intelliworx warns SMBs of rising cyber threats, including evil twin attacks and cryptojacking, stressing the need for enhanced cybersecurity measures.
Telstra introduces free security feature for mobile users
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smartphones
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malware
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casb
Telstra has unveiled its free Device Security Essentials to help safeguard Australian mobile users against rising online threats and scams.
Your travel guide to public Wi-Fi, security and privacy
Wed, 11th Sep 2024
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data privacy
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cloud services
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privacy
Travelling often means relying on public Wi-Fi, but it comes with security risks. Learn how tools like VPNs can protect your financial data from hackers.
Fake Wi-Fi hotspots in Australian airports threaten data security
Tue, 30th Jul 2024
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airport
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public wi-fi
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social engineering
Free Wi-Fi networks at Australian airports have been found to be set up with malicious intent to steal data, warns SearchInform's analyst Sergio Bertoni.
Kaspersky's essential tips for staying secure on public Wi-Fi
Mon, 8th Jul 2024
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vpns
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Kaspersky underscores the risks of public Wi-Fi and offers crucial tips, like using a VPN and verifying network authenticity, to keep your data secure.
ExpressVPN reveals 41% of Brits fear holiday cybercrime
Thu, 18th Apr 2024
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vpns
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cybersecurity
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travel
ExpressVPN study reveals that 41% of British tourists fear falling victim to cybercrime on holiday, with concerns especially heightened when using public Wi-Fi networks.
Cybersecurity alert for UK businesses on Safer Internet Day
Wed, 7th Feb 2024
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malware
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ransomware
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mfa
On Safer Internet Day, Evolve Business Group underscores the importance of robust online security for businesses.
ESET unveils comprehensive home cyber protection product
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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ai
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parental control
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digitalisation
ESET launches comprehensive cyber protection solution, ESET HOME, in Australia, offering all-in-one security management.
Yubico's tips on online security for travellers over the holiday season
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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mfa
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Cybersecurity firm Yubico offers insightful advice on enhancing online security for travellers this festive season.
Survey reveals alarming rate of online scams targeting New Zealanders
Fri, 3rd Nov 2023
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cloud services
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social media
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norton
Norton study uncovers that one-third of New Zealanders have fallen victim to online scams, losing an average of NZD700.72.
National Cybersecurity Week: Cyber awareness for non-tech savvy
Wed, 11th Oct 2023
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mfa
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email security
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cybersecurity
National Cybersecurity Week highlights the need to boost cyber awareness, especially for the non-tech savvy group.
If you are using public WiFi for work, stop!
Tue, 12th Sep 2023
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data protection
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phishing
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email security
If you’re accessing company servers or corporate email from a public WiFi connection, then you and your company are at considerable risk.
Five ways to ensure cyber-criminals don’t damage your business over Christmas break
Mon, 16th Dec 2019
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firewalls
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network infrastructure
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network security
Aussie biz urged: Boost cyber defences pre-Christmas as hackers don't take holidays. Tips for a secure festive season.
Dunedin is on the road to city-wide free wi-fi
Fri, 2nd Mar 2018
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
With speeds up to 50 times faster than average public wi-fi, Dunedin’s GigCity wi-fi network is attracting more than 50,000 unique users a month.
Dunedin’s free gig-enabled WiFi network expands, creating opportunities
Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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chorus
It seems like it was only yesterday that people were getting excited about free public phones, but they are well and truly in the dusty past now.
FireEye uncovers Russian cybercriminal group targeting EMEA hotels
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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malware
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breach prevention
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wireless networks
The hospitality sector is a frequently attacked target by cybercriminals - one of the most prominent has been attributed to a Russian group.
Kiwi company signs major North American partner
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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supply chain & logistics
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tomizone
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asx
Kiwi Wi-Fi software company Tomizone has expanded its international footprint, signing a major service delivery partner in North America.
Kiwi Wi-Fi company takes it to the Aussies
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Tomizone has bolstered it's international expansion, inking a deal with Kordia Australia which will see its Wi-Fi offerings deployed across Australia.
Taupo towncentre gets free Wi-Fi
Wed, 10th Jun 2015
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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wifi
Funded by T>Stream, Taupo towncentre will have access to free a WiFi service, in a move to keep residents and tourists in the town for longer.