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It seems that cyber security is top of mind for most people across Australia, particularly given large-scale hacks that have targeted major companies like Optus and Medibank in recent history. Unfortunately, many international students have found themselves right in...
Although it doesn’t happen often, there has been an increase in international students and temporary migrants in Australia being targeted by criminal organisations to help launder money. These individuals, often referred to as “money mules,”...
As international students, you may often find yourself relying on public charging stations at airports, cafés and libraries, especially when you’re on the move between classes or travelling. But The Daily Aus has recently shed light on a warning from the...
Spent eight hours trying to buy Taylor Swift tickets last week? Us too! With the excitement surrounding Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour around Australia in early 2024, ticket scalping has become a hot topic here. But what is ticket scalping? Is ticket scalping...
The latest Targeting Scams report has revealed Australians lost a record $3.1 billion to scams in 2022. Overseas, new scams are being reported where artificial intelligence (AI) software can copy a person’s voice and use it to gain access to personal information...
Social media is a powerful tool in our lives, allowing us to connect with friends, family and even future employers. It’s an amazing way to build our identity online and show off what makes us unique. And while this is integral to certain careers like content...
A recent cyber attack has led to a data breach of Optus customers around Australia. International students who signed up for a new phone number with Optus, and inadvertently used international identification such as their passport, have been left confused about what...
Earlier this year, we brought you Outsmarting the Scammers; The Ultimate Guide for International Students, in response to the frequent targeting and vulnerability of international students to scams. These issues extend online as well. Some online swindles are based on...