At the annual Internet Governance Forum (IGF) in Geneva, researchers recommended third-party, middleware software to help block inappropriate content on the internet. They recommend this software be used to protect users against the social media algorithms feeding them content they don’t want to see without encroaching on free speech rights. The IGF is an annual […]
In order to better understand the difference between cybersecurity and cyber intelligence, it’s important to first understand what these terms mean. The two are both important, especially considering that cyber attacks continue to grow. Cyber intelligence: Cyber intelligence is all about understanding the nature of the risks and threats facing your organization so that you
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The internet is a powerful tool for communication, entertainment, and education. However, it can also be used by criminals to access other people’s information and even steal from them. Businesses suffered 50% more cyber attack attempts per week in 2021, reaching a new all-time high. To safeguard against this threat, companies need to use some
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Loser. Ugly. Fat. Posting embarrassing pictures of someone online. Harassing a person to the point where they feel unsafe. In the real world and digital world, these are all forms of bullying. About 20% of students ages 12 to 18 are bullied nationwide. 56% of bullies had the ability to influence other students’ perception of
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TikTok, the Chinese-based short video app owned by ByteDance and known for its colorful filters and dancing animal emojis, has taken steps to address harmful content on its platform. TikTok recently launched a campaign against anorexia and has pledged to work with the NHS to create content that promotes healthy body image. This is not
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Classrooms around the world are continually increasing their use of the internet by leveraging online resources for their students. The wealth of useful educational content provides teachers new ways to engage students in the learning process. While the internet is a valuable tool for educators it also comes with risks that are associated with using
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It’s been over two years since the COVID-19 pandemic changed the way many of us work, learn, and interact with each other. But people aren’t the only ones who have been greatly impacted by the virus. Many businesses, large and small, were faced with challenges, while others simply had no choice but to shut down.
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The EU’s digital market has been growing rapidly over the past decade, creating new jobs and opportunities for consumers. Concerns about the power of technology giants over competition and the role of digital platforms in online markets have negatively impacted the free flow of data within the digital ecosystem. Due to these concerns two new
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Using YouTube in the Classroom Devices in the classroom has become common with most school-age children being born and raised in the digital era. The integration of technology in education has provided teachers with new ways of engaging students in the learning process. This tech-savvy generation thrives on visual forms of technology, and platforms like
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Cyber Attacks are Increasing Exponentially Cybersecurity issues have become a daily struggle for businesses globally. With new threats emerging every day, the risk of not acting puts many in danger. Recent years have seen large-scale data breaches that have increased, not only in numbers but severity, while also exposing sensitive information. Current trends, sides effects
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Life is busy, especially with kids, and dinner time is a chance to spend quality time as a family. While mealtimes provide an opportunity to have everyone together, they are regularly interrupted by devices at the dinner table, often those brought home from school. A study conducted by Wakefield Research found that 98% of parents
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We all know the internet isn’t always the safest place. Time and time again we’ve heard and read stories about security breaches, identity theft, fraud, cyberbullying, online predators, catfish scams and much more. With cybercrime on the rise and more people learning and working from home, it is crucial that we practice safeguarding online habits
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