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August 21, 2026 by Mark Tilley

National Day Established to Honor UK Terrorism Victims and Survivors

The creation of a national day to honour the victims and survivors of terrorist acts in the UK has been welcomed by Figen Murray, the spearhead behind Martyn's Law. Starting from today, the National D...

How Secure is your Video Call?

Every day, schools and government departments join virtual meetings without thinking too much about what ...

May 14 2026

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International Cyber Attack Disrupts Universities Worldwide

A cyber attack has hit several universities and schools in the US, Canada and Australia, causing widespread ...

May 11 2026

NCSC Urges Organisations to 'Prepare to Respond' to Middle East Conflict

The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is advising that UK organisations should take the opportunity to ...

Mar 9 2026

Beware of Old Men in Dangerous Professions

In cybersecurity, older software and long‑serving platforms are often treated as liabilities; insecure, ...

Feb 23 2026

UK Commits £279m to New Cyber Security Barracks as Threats Intensify

The UK government has confirmed a major new investment in its military cyber capabilities, announcing plans ...

Jan 21 2026

New Cybersecurity Laws Proposed for Jersey

The government of Jersey has introduced draft legislation aiming to strengthen cybersecurity protections for ...

Dec 9 2025

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Social Media Ban for Under 16s in Australia

A world-first social media ban for children under the age of 16 in Australia will come into effect today, ...

Dec 9 2025

First Study of Victims and Perpetrators Sheds Light on Sexualised Deepfakes in Australia

A new study from Monash University has for the first time rounded up perspectives not only from survivors, ...

Dec 8 2025

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What the Genea IVF Hack Reveals About Australia’s Data Security Gaps

In early 2025, Genea, one of Australia’s largest providers of IVF and fertility services, became the target ...

Nov 11 2025

Inside the Qantas Airways Cyber Breach

For decades, Qantas Airways has stood as a symbol of Australian reliability, but in 2025, its reputation for ...

Nov 4 2025

A Cyber Special: What Digital ID Means for Data Security

Can the UK’s New Digital ID Stay Safe from Cyber Threats? The UK government is rolling out a new digital ...

Nov 3 2025

Exploring the Future of Fraud Prevention at Financial Crime 360

Financial Crime 360 is a flagship one-day industry event focused on fraud, financial crime and compliance in ...

Oct 24 2025

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