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Snapchat enhances family safety with new location tools
Social Media

Snapchat enhances family safety with new location tools

Snapchat has introduced new location-sharing features in its Family Centre to boost safety and connectivity for families using the app.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2024
Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check
Blockchain

Privately partners with Privado ID for privacy-focused age check

Privately and Privado ID have partnered to revolutionise age verification and identity management, prioritising user privacy across various industries.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Australians favour personalised gifts for festive season
EduTech

Australians favour personalised gifts for festive season

A recent VistaPrint study reveals that 81% of Australians experience stress in gift selection, with 70% favouring personalised gifts this holiday season.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2024
Circana forecasts retail growth opportunities for 2025
Marketing Technologies

Circana forecasts retail growth opportunities for 2025

Circana's 2025 economic outlook reveals easing pressures on Australia's retail sector, highlighting growth opportunities and the role of technology and AI.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Mon, 18th Nov 2024
Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope
Data Privacy

Social media ban to put TikTok security concerns under microscope

As Australia moves to ban social media for under-16s, TikTok faces intensified scrutiny over its security practices and controversial data collection methods.

By Dr Martin J. Kraemer • 4 min read • Thu, 14th Nov 2024
AI deepfakes threaten public trust, warns Media Medic
Social Media

AI deepfakes threaten public trust, warns Media Medic

Media Medic warns that AI deepfakes threaten public trust, disrupting legal cases and inciting violence through sophisticated disinformation tactics.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Nov 2024
Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta
Malware

Bitdefender reveals malvertising campaign targeting Meta

Bitdefender has revealed a widespread malvertising campaign targeting mainly middle-aged males in Australia, exploiting Meta business and personal accounts.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2024
Adobe to invest a whopping $100 million in global AI education
Marketing Technologies

Adobe to invest a whopping $100 million in global AI education

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.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Lumen & Qualtrics revamp customer experience, boost NPS by 17 pts
Customer Experience

Lumen & Qualtrics revamp customer experience, boost NPS by 17 pts

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.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024

Stories from Other Regions

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UK considers ban on under-16s using social media
Social Media

UK considers ban on under-16s using social media

Ministers in the UK are considering banning under-16s from social media as discussions grow on enhancing online safety for children.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Nov 2024
Is now the time to introduce creative directors to the board?
Unified Communications

Is now the time to introduce creative directors to the board?

As creativity gains importance in the workplace, the question arises: should Creative Directors be appointed to Boards to drive organisational success?.

By David O'Hearns • 5 min read • Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton
Phishing

Identity theft affects 13% of Australians, says Norton

Thirteen per cent of Australians have fallen victim to identity theft, highlighting urgent concerns over financial stability and mental health, says Norton.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Thu, 17th Oct 2024
Adam Bates joins MultiversX as Chief Marketing Officer
Crypto

Adam Bates joins MultiversX as Chief Marketing Officer

Adam Bates, former CMO of Cardano, joins MultiversX to enhance global marketing and boost awareness of its blockchain capabilities.

By Imee Dequito • 2 min read • Wed, 16th Oct 2024
Adobe Express expands with AI & key integrations
Marketing Technologies

Adobe Express expands with AI & key integrations

Adobe is enhancing Adobe Express for enterprises with AI-powered features and integrations with platforms like Slack and Google, starting October 14, 2024.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 10th Oct 2024
Tech firm Altia issues ticket fraud warning amid Oasis scams
Social Media

Tech firm Altia issues ticket fraud warning amid Oasis scams

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 1st Oct 2024
Half of UK consumers find retail marketing irrelevant
Marketing Technologies

Half of UK consumers find retail marketing irrelevant

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.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Most Britons worry over control of personal data online
Fintech

Most Britons worry over control of personal data online

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.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024