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Featured Article : Oz Social Media Ban For Kids

Australia’s government has enacted legislation prohibiting children under 16 from accessing social media platforms to protect them from the harmful effects of online content, such as cyberbullying, exploitation, and exposure to inappropriate material.  The Online Safety Amendment  Under the new legislation, known as the Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024, only just passed by the Australian…

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Tech Insight : What Is Azure Foundry?

In this Tech Insight, we look at what Azure Foundry is, the challenges it addresses, its key features and benefits, and its role for businesses hoping to embrace the AI revolution. What Is Azure Foundry? Azure Foundry is Microsoft’s latest innovation in AI, offering a comprehensive single platform that unifies the design, deployment, and management of AI solutions while…

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Tech News : Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses £££

A recent study by US-based hosting provider Liquid Web has revealed that slow website performance is costing businesses thousands of pounds per year in revenue and draining resources at an alarming rate.  Slow Websites Costing UK Businesses  The study, which was based on a survey of 206 business owners from industries ranging from ecommerce to consulting, found that poor…

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Tech News : Social Media Health Findings

A new study from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that it’s how young people use social media, not how long they use it, that matters most in relation to their mental health. Challenging Common Beliefs About Social Media Use The groundbreaking study, led by psychology professor Dr. Amori Mikami, has challenged widespread assumptions about social media…

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An Apple Byte : Apple Warns Against Force-Closing iPhone Apps

It’s been reported that Apple has advised on its discussion forum that force-closing apps on an iPhone can negatively impact device performance and battery life. Contrary to the common belief that swiping apps closed conserves battery, Apple has clarified that recently used apps are not actively running but are in a “standby mode”. Because they are suspended, they don’t actually…

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Security Stop Press : Microsoft Disrupts 240 Phishing Sites Amid Surge in AiTM Attacks

Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) has reported dismantling 240 fraudulent websites linked to an Egypt-based cybercrime group, thereby disrupting a key operation within the expanding “Phishing-as-a-Service” (PhaaS) industry. Central to the threat is the rapid rise of “Adversary-in-The-Middle” (AiTM) phishing attacks, which allow attackers to intercept and manipulate communications, bypassing multifactor authentication (MFA) protections. Microsoft’s latest report revealed a…

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Sustainability-in-Tech : Revolutionary Material Absorbs Over 99% Of Light

Researchers at the Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) have developed a composite material capable of absorbing more than 99 per cent of electromagnetic waves across multiple frequencies. Could Transform Many Industries In an era where technology and sustainability must progress hand-in-hand, the ground-breaking ultra-thin, flexible film could transform industries ranging from energy and telecommunications to defence and environmental…

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Tech Tip – How To Create “Hidden Folders” for Private Files

Windows lets you hide specific folders so they don’t appear in File Explorer, providing a simple way to keep files private without additional software. Here’s how it works: To Hide a Folder: 1. Locate the Folder: – Open File Explorer and navigate to the folder you want to hide. 2. Change the Folder Properties: – Right-click the folder and…

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Featured Article : DOJ Calls for Google to Sell Chrome

The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed that Google divest its Chrome browser as part of efforts to break up the company’s alleged illegal monopoly in online search. The Path to DOJ’s Recommendation The DOJ’s recommendation follows a series of legal challenges aimed at curbing Google’s market dominance. For example, back in October 2020, the DOJ filed an antitrust…

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