Tag: online

The doctor will see you now … virtually: Tips for a safe telehealth visit

January 4, 2023

Are your virtual doctor visits private and secure? Here’s what to know about, and how to prepare for, connecting with a doctor from the comfort of your home. Telehealth services were one of the tech success stories of the COVID-19 pandemic. Just as cloud-based services helped suddenly locked-down workers to stay productive, telemedicine consultations ensured doctors … More The doctor will see you now … virtually: Tips for a safe telehealth visit

Open banking: Tell me what you buy, and I’ll tell you who you are

November 17, 2022

The convenience with which you manage all your financial wants and needs may come at a cost. Since becoming more common in the mid-2010s, mobile banking apps have continued to grow in popularity and have ultimately become highly versatile tools for almost all things money-related. We use our phones to shop, pay for services, transfer … More Open banking: Tell me what you buy, and I’ll tell you who you are

Why you shouldn’t post children’s photos online

June 10, 2022

We often teach children not to speak to strangers, but we seldom realize that we may actually be offering them up for exploitation by strangers on the internet every day. While it comes natural to many of us to shield our children from the dangers awaiting them in the real world, the digital world is, … More Why you shouldn’t post children’s photos online

Talking to children about the internet: A kid’s perspective

June 1, 2022

A 14-year-old shares his thoughts about technology and the potential privacy and security implications of the internet. Talking to children and teenagers is not always an easy task – we’ve all been teens before, huh? When I first approached Xavier, 14, to talk about how he engages with the online world, I was quite concerned … More Talking to children about the internet: A kid’s perspective

Coercion, trolling and abuse: Keep your children safe when they’re meeting people online

April 11, 2022

From predatory tactics to online bullying: tips for keeping your kids safe. Children and teenagers spend hours interacting with others on the internet. But social media and online gaming also give opportunities to those who want to harm your child. Such platforms allow anyone to access large online communities more or less anonymously, attracting bullies, … More Coercion, trolling and abuse: Keep your children safe when they’re meeting people online