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Lasso launches automated Red Teaming for GenAI security
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data protection
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Lasso has unveiled an automated Red Teaming solution aimed at fortifying the security of Generative AI apps by simulating real-world cyber-attacks.
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Live and Interactive: The tech-driven future of digital storytelling
Last week
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cx
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martech
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transparency
As storytelling evolves in the digital age, brands must adapt to interactive formats like live blogs to engage audiences and foster deeper connections.
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New Zealanders spending more time online than ever
Last week
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ai
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facebook
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digital engagement
A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.
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Journalists shift from X to Bluesky amid policy concerns
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cybersecurity
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social media
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x
A study by Fire on the Hill reveals that 25% of journalists are now active on Bluesky, signalling a shift away from X amid concerns over platform policies.
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Fact: The future belongs to AI-first companies
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digital transformation
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hcm
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partner programmes
As AI reshapes the business landscape, Employment Hero emphasises embedding AI into operations, urging firms to adapt or risk losing out on future success.
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AI predicted to reshape Australian content creation by 2025
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ai
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instagram
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social media
A new report reveals that 34% of Australian content creators foresee AI reshaping their industry by 2025, stirring excitement and apprehension alike.
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Crisis communications in the AI era – Are you ready for the new robots, machines and engines?
This month
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digital transformation
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cx
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martech
As AI revolutionises our lives, companies must prepare for its impact on crisis management, addressing risks and harnessing opportunities to protect their reputation.
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Navigating the backlash against corporate DEI: challenges & strategic responses
This month
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dei
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leadership
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As International Women's Day nears, companies are reaffirming DEI commitments amid rising backlash from critics citing ineffectiveness and unfair advantages.
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Social media dominates Australia's digital landscape in 2025
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data privacy
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facebook
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digital marketing
A new report reveals almost 78% of Australians use social media for brand discovery, driving a 12% rise in advertising spend to USD $4.26 billion.
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Tech executives prioritise AI, face privacy & eco concerns
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ai
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cybersecurity
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misinformation
The VivaTech Confidence Barometer shows 85% of tech firms prioritising AI investment, with US executives most optimistic about national competitiveness.
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Deepfake threat: Only 0.1% can spot AI-generated fakes
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cybersecurity
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misinformation
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iproov
Research from iProov reveals a staggering 99.9% of consumers struggle to recognise deepfakes, raising alarms over identity fraud and misinformation.
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Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users
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data protection
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facebook
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instagram
Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
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Microsoft survey reveals online risks for Aussie teens
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genai
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A Microsoft survey reveals that 64% of Australian teenagers faced online risks in 2024, with rising concerns over AI and digital safety among parents.
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DeepSeek data privacy concerns spark global AI debate
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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data privacy
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Concerns over data privacy and security have intensified following the unprotected database breach linked to the DeepSeek AI programme, exposing sensitive user information.
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Butterfly Data wins 4 awards at global SAS Hackathon
Mon, 20th Jan 2025
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data analytics
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data science
Butterfly Data has won four awards at the global SAS Hackathon for its generative AI solution aimed at combating misinformation on social media platforms.
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Meta shifts to user-driven content moderation model
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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facebook
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online safety
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politics
Mark Zuckerberg has unveiled Meta's new community-driven content moderation model, igniting controversy over its potential to worsen misinformation online.
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Netsafe & EduSpark join forces to boost online safety in Asia
Wed, 27th Nov 2024
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edutech
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data privacy
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cyberbullying
Netsafe has formed a partnership with EduSpark to enhance online safety education across Asia, targeting issues like cyberbullying and misinformation.
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The new AI economy: welcome to the era of knowledge-as-a-service
Thu, 21st Nov 2024
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saas
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martech
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The era of Knowledge-as-a-Service is emerging, reshaping the internet with AI-driven models that prioritise ethical data use and community engagement.
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AI deepfakes threaten public trust, warns Media Medic
Mon, 11th Nov 2024
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social media
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misinformation
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deepfakes
Media Medic warns that AI deepfakes threaten public trust, disrupting legal cases and inciting violence through sophisticated disinformation tactics.
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Mindgard reveals vulnerabilities in Azure AI content safety
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
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ai security
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llms
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Mindgard has uncovered serious security flaws in Microsoft's Azure AI Content Safety Service, enabling potential attacks to undermine its security measures.