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Turnitin flags AI surge as students seek feedback, not fakes

Wed, 25th Feb 2026
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Turnitin reports a spike in AI-heavy essays but finds most students use its assistant for real-time feedback, not ready-made assignments.
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AI reshapes cyber threats as Safer Internet Day nears

Wed, 11th Feb 2026
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AI-driven agents and rising network attacks are reshaping cyber risks, experts warn, as Safer Internet Day 2026 urges 'verified trust' online.
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Safer Internet Day spotlights AI, trust & child safety

Tue, 10th Feb 2026
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Safer Internet Day highlights how AI is transforming online trust, child protection and digital commerce, amid calls for stricter safeguards.
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Australians doubt under-16 social media ban boosts safety

Mon, 9th Feb 2026
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Most Australians doubt the under-16 social media ban has made the internet safer, with many expecting teens to bypass the new rules.
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Many doubt under-16 social media bans cut online harm

Thu, 5th Feb 2026
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New research finds most people doubt under-16 social media bans will curb online harm, expecting teens to bypass rules and limits.
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TELUS study finds Canadians and Americans demand safer AI

Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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TELUS survey finds most Canadians and Americans use AI but overwhelmingly want stricter regulation, safety checks and clearer explanations.
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Digital economy set to hit USD $28 trillion in 2026

Fri, 9th Jan 2026
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The global digital economy is forecast to surge 9.5% in 2026 to USD $28 trillion, triple the pace of overall worldwide economic growth.
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Softonic issues guide to avoid scams in festive sales

Tue, 9th Dec 2025
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Softonic issues festive-season guide warning of rising scams in fake shops, apps and delivery messages as online bargain hunting surges.
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AI-powered assistant CASPER promises smarter cyber threat detection

Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
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UTS has developed CASPER AI, an assistant using AI to detect cyber threats and guide users and organisations in secure, compliant responses.
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Scam rates double as young adults face digital deception surge

Thu, 20th Nov 2025
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Scam rates have doubled globally, with young adults aged 18-34 twice as likely as seniors to fall victim to rising digital deception, says F-Secure.
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Automation Fair highlights AI & skills to drive factory future

Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Rockwell Automation's fair in Chicago draws 15,000+ to explore AI, autonomous systems, and skills shaping factory productivity and sustainability worldwide.
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LunaNet AI joins UN Global Compact to advance ethical AI goals

Sat, 25th Oct 2025
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LunaNet AI has joined the UN Global Compact, pledging to align its AI technology with ethical principles promoting human rights, transparency, and well-being.
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Gen Z sees biggest AI potential in education, survey finds

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Survey finds Gen Z in Canada and the US views education as AI's biggest opportunity, favouring personalised tutoring and adaptive learning systems.
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Deepfake threat grows as public & business struggle to keep up

Wed, 15th Oct 2025
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Deepfake scams surge worldwide, with 49% of firms hit in 2024 as public and businesses struggle to spot convincing fake videos and audio.
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Women CFOs linked to 10% shareholder return rise, report finds

Thu, 28th Aug 2025
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Companies appointing women CFOs see a 10% boost in shareholder returns, linked to broader experience and strategic leadership, a new report reveals.
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AI reshapes youth skills: digital literacy, ethics & adaptability key

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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AI is revolutionising youth skills; digital literacy, ethics and adaptability are now essential for young professionals to thrive in tomorrow's workforce.
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AI is inevitable: The only choice is to adapt or stagnate

Wed, 14th May 2025
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AI adoption is crucial for businesses to thrive, not just survive, amid fears of job losses; embracing AI boosts productivity and job evolution.
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Aussie firms lead AI shift with strong digital literacy push

Fri, 4th Oct 2024
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Australian companies outpace US, UK, and Europe in AI readiness, with 90% prioritising AI literacy and GTM leaders gearing up for a 20% tech investment increase by 2025.