More Aussies take to smart security cameras to protect against threats
One in three Australians are considering adopting a new security system to go on the defensive against criminals…
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Australian government set to crack down on SMS scams
SMS scams purporting to be from banks and telcos could be stopped dead in their tracks thanks to new government…
Scammers out and about for Black Friday “sales”
Criminals are out for your money, and with Black Friday sales kicking up, it makes for a scam opportunity…
Meta set to recover stolen Instagram, Facebook accounts with video selfies
Scammers have been taking over social media accounts to perpetuate their nonsense, but Meta has been working on…
Apple’s business tools could make scam calls easier to pick
A feature rolling out to iPhones could make it easier to work out whether that person calling is legitimately…
Amazon brings budget Blink security cameras to Australia
Keeping eyes on your home typically needs a security camera, but they can be costly. Blink's alternative isn't,…
Old passwords still reign supreme as users struggle to move on
Digital passkeys and their physical siblings may well be the future of password security, but that doesn't mean…
Government set to tackle scams with gusto and framework
Scams are a big problem in Australia with billions lost each year. The problem is so bad, in fact, that it seems…
Telstra’s scam call protection expands to the few landlines left for a great reason
Depending on how old you are, you may be more susceptible to scams than other generations. It is with this in…
Ring’s Battery Doorbell updated with better battery, video
Renters may not get all the best features from a hard-wired video doorbell, but Ring has some updates coming in…