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UK considers social media ban for under-16s amid debate
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The UK Government is considering a ban on social media for under-16s, prompting wide debate on online safety and regulatory measures as new laws approach.
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Australian shoppers value seamless online & in-store experiences
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martech
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reviews
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A new report reveals that 89% of Australian shoppers prioritise seamless online and in-store experiences, highlighting a significant trend in consumer behaviour.
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Snapchat enhances family safety with new location tools
3 days ago
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social media
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online safety
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location sharing
Snapchat has introduced new location-sharing features in its Family Centre to boost safety and connectivity for families using the app.
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Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check
3 days ago
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blockchain
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digital entertainment
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data privacy
Privately and Privado ID have partnered to revolutionise age verification and identity management, prioritising user privacy across various industries.
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Australians favour personalised gifts for festive season
4 days ago
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social media
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christmas
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online shopping
A recent VistaPrint study reveals that 81% of Australians experience stress in gift selection, with 70% favouring personalised gifts this holiday season.
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Circana forecasts retail growth opportunities for 2025
4 days ago
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martech
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social media
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data insights
Circana's 2025 economic outlook reveals easing pressures on Australia's retail sector, highlighting growth opportunities and the role of technology and AI.
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Social media scams cost Australian children AUD $129,700
Last week
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edutech
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gaming
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phishing
AUCyber reports that Australian children have lost over AUD $129,700 to social media scams this year, prompting calls for enhanced online safety measures.
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Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Last week
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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.
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UK considers ban on under-16s using social media
Last week
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social media
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digital age
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legislation
Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.
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AI deepfakes threaten public trust, warns Media Medic
This month
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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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Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
This month
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.
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Is now the time to introduce creative directors to the board?
Last month
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cx
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martech
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hcm
As creativity gains importance in the workplace, the question arises: should Creative Directors be appointed to Boards to drive organisational success?.
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Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton
Last month
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
Thirteen per cent of Australians have fallen victim to identity theft, highlighting urgent concerns over financial stability and mental health, says Norton.
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Adam Bates joins MultiversX as Chief Marketing Officer
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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ai
Adam Bates, former CMO of Cardano, joins MultiversX to enhance global marketing and boost awareness of its blockchain capabilities.
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Adobe to invest a whopping $100 million in global AI education
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it training
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martech
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genai
Adobe has launched a global initiative to equip 30 million learners with AI and digital skills by 2030, committing over USD $100 million to support the programme.
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Adobe Express expands with AI & key integrations
Last month
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martech
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genai
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ai
Adobe is enhancing Adobe Express for enterprises with AI-powered features and integrations with platforms like Slack and Google, starting October 14, 2024.
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Lumen & Qualtrics revamp customer experience, boost NPS by 17 pts
Last month
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cx
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martech
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hcm
Lumen partners with Qualtrics to boost customer and employee experiences using real-time insights and AI, reporting a 17-point surge in their Net Promoter Score.
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Tech firm Altia issues ticket fraud warning amid Oasis scams
Tue, 1st Oct 2024
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social media
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law enforcement
Altia warns fans of ticket fraud risks, with GBP £6.7 million lost last year. Expert Megan Searle advises buying only from official channels and avoiding unknown sellers.
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Half of UK consumers find retail marketing irrelevant
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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martech
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personalisation
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cdp
Half of UK consumers find retail marketing “irrelevant,” with only 42% feeling online content is tailored to their interests, a decline from last year, says Optimizely.
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Most Britons worry over control of personal data online
Mon, 30th Sep 2024
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fintech
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physical security
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data privacy
A Ping Identity survey reveals that 75% of Britons feel they lack control over their online data, fuelling concerns over privacy, fraud, and identity theft.