Figures released recently reveal that 25% of young people are contacted online by someone they don’t know. The Federal Government’s Office of the eSafety Commissionerasserts that being contacted by someone they’re not familiar with is the leading negative experience young people face (25% of respondents). Being left out by others (21%), teasing and name calling (19%) […]
Cyberbullies tackled during Innovation Month
The Australian Government Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet (PM&C) is using July as Innovation Month to highlight examples of innovation in the Australian Public Service (APS) that have real and measurable impacts. According to the Department, a good example is the effort to counter cyberbullying in the general population evidenced by the Office […]
The great fish tank hack
Sounding like something out of the Oceans 11 movie franchise, a fish tank was used to hack into a casino and steal data. In 2017 it was reported that an unnamed North American casino had a fish tank on its premises. Attached to the tank were sensors to monitor temperature, cleanliness and food levels. These […]
Circle with Disney versus Apple control
Apple has announced a ‘management tool’ which it hopes will help customers take control of the time they spend on their iPhones or iPads. iOS 12 comes with Screen Time, a new feature which Apple says empowers customers with insight into how they are spending time with apps and websites. Reports can be provided on a […]
Scammer cash in at tax time
Whether you look forward to a refund or dread the yearly bureaucratic process, tax time is upon us in Australia. This also means it’s an opportune time for scammers to cash in on your hard earned dollars… and your personal details. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) reports that in 2017 it received over 81,000 reports […]
Help Create A Better Internet
Internet users are being reminded of the importance of respect on the net as the world marks Safer Internet Day 2018, February 6.
The Emoji Movie prompts cybersafety awareness call
This week’s release of Sony Pictures The Emoji Movie has prompted a reminder of the harmful presence of cyberbullying
CyberHound’s VIP After Party
VIP EduTECH AFTER PARTY This is your exclusive invite to our VIP EduTECH After Party. We will be hosting a networking event at harbour side venue Beer DeLuxe, on the first eve of EduTECH 2017. Unwind and mingle with your K-12 peers and the CyberHound team whilst indulging in some superb food and beverages with a beautiful harbour […]
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