safety

Apple and Google act to block predatory chat app after eSafety alert

Adrianne Saplagio

November 16, 2025

Apple and Google have removed the OmeTV chat app from Australian stores after eSafety warned it was being used by…

First Nations voices lead digital inclusion study in Western Sydney

Commsadmin

August 3, 2025

Digital inclusion is more than just having internet access—it’s a gateway to opportunity, connection, and cultural strength. A new report,…

Schools on alert as deepfake technology targets students

Commsadmin

July 20, 2025

Deepfake technology, once considered futuristic, has now become a pressing concern for Australian school communities. These AI-driven tools are capable…

Domestic violence support tops ACMA’s compliance priorities

Adrianne Saplagio

July 14, 2025

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) will prioritise protections for telco consumers facing domestic and family violence over the…

Meta launches AI-driven responses, but experts warn of potential dangers

Commsadmin

May 9, 2025

Meta’s latest move into artificial intelligence has sparked both interest and concern. The company has rolled out a new AI…

Trusted names, fake sites: Cybercriminals manipulate media to exploit Aussies

Adrianne Saplagio

May 9, 2025

Australian consumers reported losing $945 million to investment scams in 2024, highlighting the urgent need for stronger protections. Often victims…

Facial recognition and communications tech aid in rescuing exploited children globally

Adrianne Saplagio

May 2, 2025

A new centre led by Destiny Rescue is using advanced facial recognition to help identify and rescue children from online…

UNSW survey reveals public demand for action on child safety in digital spaces

Adrianne Saplagio

May 2, 2025

A growing number of Australians want tougher measures to protect children from online sexual exploitation and abuse, a new national…

Improved mobile connectivity to enhance safety and emergency response efforts

Comms Room Staff

January 6, 2025

The Albanese Government is enhancing mobile connectivity and resilience in disaster-prone areas. Round 8 of the Mobile Black Spot Program…

Ensuring privacy and safety for domestic violence survivors

Comms Room Staff

October 9, 2024

The Albanese Government has made an important move to strengthen protections for telecommunications customers facing domestic and family violence. It…

Baptist World Aid improves child sponsorship safety and privacy

Adrianne Saplagio

July 18, 2024

Consultation with Children and Youth prompts change in the way that Child Sponsorship is promoted to Australian sponsors. Baptist World…

Discord was used to leak sensitive info on the Ukraine War; here’s what they’re doing about it

Paulo Rizal

April 18, 2023

Originally a social messaging app aimed for gamers, Discord has earned some notoriety of late for reasons that its founders…

ACCC says scam calls are increasing, here’s how you can avoid them

Dee Antenor

February 24, 2022

Scam calls are becoming more rampant and scammers are using different strategies to scam Australians using technology. Scammers will introduce…