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South African Parents Urged to Rethink Online Sharing of Children’s Data
Kaspersky’s “Growing up online” survey reveals that almost half (47%) of parents surveyed in South Africa regularly post photos, videos, or updates about their children on social media platforms. While family content remains popular, privacy settings and motivations behind sharing…
Kaspersky Enhances its Security Awareness Platform with SCORM & PDF Support
According to the Kaspersky report titled “Redefining the Human Factor in Cybersecurity,” employees responding to phishing attacks was one of the main causes of cyber incidents in companies worldwide, accounting for 21% of cases among other reasons. At the same time,…
“I want to be an influencer!” 6 Tips on How to Support your Child’s Dream Cybersafely
More than 30% of Gen Alpha children say they aspire to become social media creators, with studies showing that around 32% of 12–15-year-olds already name “YouTuber” as their dream job. For many children, digital creators are role models, and their desire…
Slotegrator Introduces an AI-Powered Anti-Fraud Assistant
Slotegrator, a B2B solutions provider for the iGaming industry, has announced the launch of an AI-powered assistant within its Anti-fraud module—a feature the company positions as a new approach to risk analytics for iGaming operators. Unlike traditional anti-fraud tools that…
Smart Technology for Safer Schools
School security has evolved beyond just keeping out unwanted visitors. Modern educational institutions need comprehensive access management that does more than lock doors but addresses multiple challenges—from controlling who enters premises and when to preventing theft, managing cashless payments, and giving parents peace of mind about their…
Cybersecurity Expert Reveals 5 Cyber Risks Businesses Can’t Ignore
Recent global research reveals which threats security leaders consider most urgent, with AI vulnerabilities now concerning 87% of cybersecurity professionals worldwide. Organisations entering 2026 face a vastly different cybersecurity environment from previous years. The combination of artificial intelligence adoption, persistent…
”DON’T BECOME a SCAM VICTIM DURING the MONTH of LOVE”
February is traditionally a time when people seek companionship with the hope of finding true love. But while many are searching for genuine relationships, scammers are equally active, preying on emotional vulnerability and the desire for connection. In today’s hyper‑connected…
How to Spot & Avoid Cyber Scams
Games can also be a chance for scammers to pull off various types of cyber fraud. According to Kaspersky, some of the main scams hitting fans at the moment revolve around fake tickets, counterfeit merchandise, and bogus streaming access. Fake…
Check Point Warns of 44% Surge in Valentine’s Day Phishing Ahead of 14 February
As Valentine’s Day 2026 approaches, people are turning to online shopping, digital dating, and last-minute gift ideas. Unfortunately, cybercriminals are doing the same. Check Point researchers have identified a sharp rise in Valentine-themed phishing websites, fraudulent stores, and fake dating…
Kaspersky Warns Against ‘Valentine’s Gift’ Card Scams
Looking for a gift for your soulmate on February 14th and think that a gift card would be a nice option? Just remember that when digital trends rapidly rise in popularity with customers, they are also gaining traction with scammers looking to use them as bait. Kaspersky has…
How SaaS supply chains became cybersecurity’s new weak link
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is no longer an IT choice; it’s the operating system of business itself. From Salesforce to Workday and Microsoft 365 to Slack, the SaaS layer now underpins collaboration, analytics, and decision-making. Yet, while businesses enjoy the convenience, scalability,…
Cyber resilience moves from IT issue to board risk
Cybersecurity has shifted decisively from an IT concern to a core business risk, and South African organisations are feeling this change acutely. The World Economic Forum’s Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2026 in collaboration with Accenture, highlights a global environment where cyber…
Old meets new: Kaspersky reviews the evolution of phishing threats in 2025
A new Kaspersky review reveals how cybercriminals revived and refined phishing techniques to target individuals and businesses in 2025, including calendar-based attacks, voice message deceptions and sophisticated multi-factor authentication (MFA) bypass schemes. The findings emphasise the critical need for user…
”Phishing & Social Engineering are the most Significant Risks for South African organizations”
According to ESET’s H2 2025 Threat Report, phishing and social engineering remain the most significant risks for South African organizations, accounting for 45.7% of detected threats. While phishing dominates the South African market, there has been an accelerated evolution in scam…
Why Should Human Awareness Be Your Best Cyber Defense
Organizations invest heavily in firewalls, intrusion detection systems, endpoint tools, and vulnerability scanning. Of course, these are all necessary and valuable cybersecurity layers. But the one element that so often falls short is not the technology but the people who…
QR Code Phishing Emails Surge Globally
Attackers use QR codes in emails more frequently because they provide a simple and cost-effective way to conceal malicious URLs, evading detection by many protective solutions. Global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky has reported a spike in phishing emails…
