Parental Control stories
New Netflix series 'Adolescence' sparks safety debate
Fri, 11th Apr 2025
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The new Netflix series Adolescence ignites debate on teen mental health and digital safety, exploring the perilous world of cyberbullying and online subcultures.
Spriggy partners with Fastter for new 5G mobile service
Wed, 20th Nov 2024
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Fastter and Spriggy have launched Spriggy Mobile, a 5G service aimed at enhancing children's safety and parental control for Aussie families.
Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Thu, 14th Nov 2024
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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social media
As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.
Kaspersky warns of elevated child cybersecurity risks in 2024
Tue, 23rd Jan 2024
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smartphones
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email security
Cybersecurity experts at Kaspersky reveal increasing threats to minors in 2024, including AI-generated inappropriate content, cyberattacks on young gamers and malicious app downloads.
ESET unveils comprehensive home cyber protection product
Tue, 21st Nov 2023
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personal computing devices
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ESET launches comprehensive cyber protection solution, ESET HOME, in Australia, offering all-in-one security management.
ESET consolidates consumer cybersecurity offerings with new HOME subscriptions
Thu, 16th Nov 2023
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smartphones
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vpns
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phishing
Cybersecurity firm ESET unveils an enhanced offering with new, tailored home security subscriptions to bolster consumer protections.
Alcatel strike deal with Family Zone to pre-load security software on devices sold in ANZ
Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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cybersecurity
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The deal is set to commence in mid-2018 on a three-year term, with a global rollout upon a successful implementation.
Slingshot launches anti-porn control switch
Tue, 9th Aug 2016
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New Zealand ISP Slingshot rolls out a potent parental control tool, addressing Kiwi parents' concerns over kids' exposure to online smut.
Parents concern for children and tech grows
Tue, 10th Nov 2015
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cyberbullying
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texting
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parental control
A new study by Qualtrics shows the biggest concerns of parents for their children and technology are texting, sexting and cyberbullying.
Parents: How to approach social media and your child
Thu, 29th Oct 2015
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social media
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parental control
With more social media avenues available than ever before, the need for education about being safe online is increasing, according to NetSafe.
Do parents hold the key to Kiwi students' success?
Tue, 13th Oct 2015
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parental control
The strongest educational resource available to Kiwi kids is cultural expectations, closely followed by physical resources, according to a new study.
Bitdefender launches Parental Control software
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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parental control
Bitdefender launches a new Parental Control software aimed at safeguarding children online from bullies, predators, and inappropriate content.
Free antivirus, firewall from Check Point
Wed, 2nd May 2012
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firewalls
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endpoint protection
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breach prevention
Check Point launches ZoneAlarm, a free antivirus and firewall bundle, aiming to enhance consumer cybersecurity with robust protection and cloud-based features.