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New laws planned for internet connected devices

May 1st 2019 Plans to ensure that millions of household items that are connected to the internet are better protected from cyber attacks have been launched by Digital Minister Margot James Basic cyber security features to be built into...

1 May 2019

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New children’s online privacy code of practice

April 15th 2019 The Information Commissioner’s Office has today opened consultation on 16 standards that online services must meet to protect children’s privacy. The Children’s online privacy code of practice Age appropriate design: a...

15 April 2019

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New government proposal to tackle online harms

April 8th 2019 The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) has proposed a code of practice for technology companies, produced by an independent watchdog. It would be designed to tackle a range of online issues which threaten...

8 April 2019

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Wales Cyber Safety Bus Tour begins

March 5th 2019 Yesterday saw the launch of the Wales Cyber Safety Bus Tour – a month-long roadshow designed to assist individuals and small businesses throughout Wales to protect themselves whilst online. The bus - shown here at the...

5 March 2019

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Victims lose over £50 million to romance fraud

February 10th 2019 Don’t invest your heart in a fauxmance: victims lose over £50 million to romance fraud For advice on how to keep online dating safe, click here Action Fraud is warning the public to spot the signs of romance fraud...

8 February 2019

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New FCA warning about investment scams

February 6th 2019 The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is today warning investors to be vigilant to the threat posed by investment scammers, as data from Action Fraud reveals over £197 million(1) of reported losses in 2018. Victims were scammed...

6 February 2019

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Young people struggle with permission to share online

February 5th 2019 Young people are struggling to resolve “consent confusion” online, according to new research for Safer Internet Day. New research reveals the positives and challenges of young people sharing content online Sharing...

5 February 2019

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