In Indonesia, online gambling is experiencing unprecedented growth. With over 70% of problem gamblers reporting severe financial and mental health issues, the rapid proliferation of these platforms is concerning. As digital access expands, so does the reach of online gambling operators, who strategically market their services to a broad and often vulnerable audience. The rapid […]
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In today’s digitally interconnected world, the internet serves as both a gateway to knowledge and a potential risk to student safety. Schools, increasingly reliant on online platforms for education, face a growing challenge: how to safeguard their students from the lurking dangers of the digital age. Among these threats, online predators remain one of the
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As remote work continues to shape the modern workplace, Home Office Safety and Security Week (January 12–18) serves as a vital reminder to enhance both the physical and digital safety of your home workspace. A secure home office isn’t just about comfort—it’s about protecting sensitive data, maintaining productivity, and ensuring your overall wellbeing. Whether you’re
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Bullying is a persistent issue that has silently affected societies for generations, yet it’s true consequences have only recently come into sharp focus. What was once dismissed as harmless teasing or part of growing up is now recognized as a complex and destructive force that has devastating implications for mental health and emotional wellbeing. In
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The holiday season is a time for family, joy, and a well-deserved break from the daily grind. For children, it means more time to relax, play, and explore—often online. However, as screen time increases during the holidays, so does the potential for encountering online risks. From exposure to inappropriate content to falling victim to cyberbullying
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The holiday season brings excitement, joy, and the promise of perfect gifts and great deals. Yet, amidst this festive buzz, cybercriminals are hard at work, crafting sophisticated scams designed to exploit the holiday shopping frenzy. According to the National Retail Federation, holiday spending in 2024 is projected to reach between $979.5 billion and $989 billion,
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Illegal online gambling has become a pervasive global problem, bringing with it significant economic, social, and legal challenges. While the digital era has revolutionized industries, it has also enabled the proliferation of illicit activities, including unregulated gambling platforms that evade oversight and cause billions in losses annually. The financial burden of illegal online gambling is
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As Ghana continues its digital transformation, the internet has become a crucial tool for learning, communication, and opportunity. However, this increased connectivity brings significant challenges, especially for children and young people who are vulnerable to online risks. In our most recent podcast, Emmanuel Adinkrah, founder of the Ghana Internet Safety Foundation (GISF), shared insights into
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The internet, while a hub of innovation and connectivity, also harbours significant risks, especially for vulnerable individuals like children and teenagers. The anonymity and vast reach of the online world have facilitated cyberbullying, exposure to harmful content, encounters with online predators, and other malicious activities that create unsafe digital environments. These threats are not hypothetical;
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Organizations face cybersecurity risks from both inside and outside their networks. External threats, like phishing attacks and malware, are often the most talked-about risks, yet internal threats—whether intentional or accidental—can be equally damaging. Web filtering tools play a crucial role in protecting against both types of threats by blocking access to malicious sites, scanning URLs
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Creating a safe online environment for students is one of the key responsibilities that schools face today. The internet is an essential educational tool, offering endless resources, but it also comes with risks, from harmful content to cyberbullying and online scams. To keep students safe and focused, web content filters have become indispensable in schools,
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Technological advancements alone aren’t enough to protect organizations from threats in the current cybersecurity landscape. Human error continues to be one of the most overlooked yet impactful contributors to security breaches. According to Verizon’s Data Breach Investigations Report human error is responsible for 82% of data breaches and weak passwords account for 30% of cyberattacks.
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