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Twitter was reportedly warned about hacking issues long ago – 30 July 2020
Article states that ‘Twitter’ had been warned about the large number of employees and third-party contractors, who have the ability to access user ‘Twitter’ accounts and therefore enable security breaches.
https://micky.com.au/twitter-was-reportedly-warned-about-hacking-issues-long-ago/
ID fraud vs identity theft vs credit card theft: what is the difference? – 29 July 2020
Article outlines the differences between identity theft, credit card theft, and ID fraud and how to reduce exposure to them.
ACMA moves to protect Australians from phone scams – 29 July 2020
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) launched the next phase of its action plan to combat scams, unveiling a suite of new resources on their website. The tools are designed to help Australians protect themselves on their home and mobile phones from scams.
https://www.miragenews.com/acma-moves-to-protect-australians-from-phone-scams/
Police issue ‘money mule’ warning after money laundering arrest – 29 July 2020
Police in Queensland have charged a man for ‘money muling’ and warns others against getting doing the same. Police allege network of offenders obtain millions of dollars through technology scams, the ‘mule’ receives the funds deposited and receives a commission for sending this money offshore.
https://www.miragenews.com/police-issue-money-mule-warning-after-money-laundering-arrest/
