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Hands-on Review: Rode Wireless Micro a compact mic system for creators
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: Rode Wireless Micro a compact mic system for creators

The Rode Wireless Micro is a sleek, compact wireless mic system offering up to 21 hours of quality audio, perfect for content creators on the move.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Thu, 12th Jun 2025
Experts warn of surge in Google, Apple, Microsoft breaches
Crypto

Experts warn of surge in Google, Apple, Microsoft breaches

Experts warn of a rise in Chrome extension attacks and a breach exposing 184 million stolen log-ins, highlighting urgent cybersecurity risks worldwide.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 30th May 2025
Fake AI social media ads spread malware to millions globally
Malware

Fake AI social media ads spread malware to millions globally

Vietnam-linked hackers have used fake AI ads on Facebook and LinkedIn to spread malware to millions globally, stealing sensitive data from users.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Phishing attacks exploit AppSheet to mimic Meta & evade defences
Phishing

Phishing attacks exploit AppSheet to mimic Meta & evade defences

KnowBe4 Threat Labs warns of rising phishing attacks exploiting Google's AppSheet, impersonating Meta to bypass conventional email defences worldwide.

By Melvin Hipolito • 5 min read • Mon, 26th May 2025
Retail fraud awareness rises with social media, risks USD $107bn
Artificial Intelligence

Retail fraud awareness rises with social media, risks USD $107bn

Awareness of retail fraud surges via social media, with risks looming at USD $107bn by 2029 as consumers grow tempted and acceptance rises.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Facebook ads scam uses celebrity faces to spread malware
Malware

Facebook ads scam uses celebrity faces to spread malware

Facebook malvertising exploits images of stars like Elon Musk, promoting fake crypto brands to spread malware in Australia, New Zealand, and beyond.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 9th May 2025
Moloco appoints Jean-Luc Nahon to lead product for Moloco Ads
Data Science

Moloco appoints Jean-Luc Nahon to lead product for Moloco Ads

Moloco has hired Jean-Luc Nahon, former Amazon Ads executive, as Head of Product to boost its AI-driven advertising solutions and strategic growth in 2025.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd May 2025
Gen X influencers spark brand interest as social media booms
Partner Programmes

Gen X influencers spark brand interest as social media booms

Gen X influencers aged 45+ are gaining traction as brands invest in mid-life creators to engage diverse audiences across TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
Starburst appoints Jitender Aswani to lead engineering for AI push
Data Science

Starburst appoints Jitender Aswani to lead engineering for AI push

Starburst appoints Jitender Aswani as SVP of Engineering to lead global teams and enhance its AI-driven data platform development.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
Meta enhances safety with new features for teen accounts
Facebook

Meta enhances safety with new features for teen accounts

Meta has announced expanded safety features for its Teen Accounts, enhancing privacy and parental controls for users under 16 amidst growing online safety concerns.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
AI platform Glu launches to streamline ecommerce creativity
Customer Experience

AI platform Glu launches to streamline ecommerce creativity

Glu, an AI-driven platform for ecommerce, has officially launched in the Asia-Pacific, promising to streamline content creation and enhance brand consistency.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 9th Apr 2025
Facebook data shows ageing user base & engagement trends
Partner Programmes

Facebook data shows ageing user base & engagement trends

A new analysis by SOAX reveals Facebook's ageing user demographic, with over 10% of its American and UK users now aged 65 and above, highlighting significant shifts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Mar 2025
Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024
Malware

Gen's report reveals surge in cyber threats for Q4 2024

Gen's Q4 2024 Threat Report reveals a staggering 2.55 billion cyber threats were blocked, with 321 threats emerging every second, highlighting alarming trends in online fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2025
Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users
Data Protection

Facebook faces decline among UK's younger users

Research shows Facebook's grip on young Brits is waning, with 70% of those aged 18-24 reducing their use, favouring platforms like TikTok and Instagram.

By Melania Watson • 2 min read • Thu, 13th Feb 2025

Stories from Other Regions

UK kids bypass online controls, widening family digital divide
Artificial Intelligence

UK kids bypass online controls, widening family digital divide

Over half of UK parents say their children can bypass online controls, exposing a widening digital gap in managing screen time and internet safety at home.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 4 min read • Wed, 23rd Jul 2025
New Zealanders spending more time online than ever
Artificial Intelligence

New Zealanders spending more time online than ever

A new study by InternetNZ reveals half of New Zealanders now spend four or more hours online daily, with significant usage noted among younger adults.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Mar 2025
Social media dominates Australia's digital landscape in 2025
Marketing Technologies

Social media dominates Australia's digital landscape in 2025

A new report reveals almost 78% of Australians use social media for brand discovery, driving a 12% rise in advertising spend to USD $4.26 billion.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025