Author: Sophie Walker

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Hills Ford Site Worcester

The new Hills Ford site at Blackpole Worcester is coming on really well. It is to be commissioned in the next few weeks, where they are expecting to open its doors on Monday 15th June 2026. As part of the…

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Old devices, new dangers: The risks of unsupported IoT (Internet of things) tech

In the digital graveyard, a new threat stirs: Out-of-support devices becoming thralls of malicious actors Outdated devices are often easy targets for attackers, especially if they have vulnerabilities that can be exploited and no patches are available due to their…

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Is it time for Internet Services to adopt Identity Verification?

Should verified identities become the standard online? Australia’s social media ban for under-16s shows why verifying users identities matters. Australia has introduced a law banning under‑16s from having social media accounts, forcing platforms to remove young users or they will…

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Mobile app permissions (still) matter more than you may think

When you start using a new app and you’ll often be asked to grant it permissions. But blindly accepting them could expose you to serious privacy and security risks. App permissions act like quiet gatekeepers that control what information and…

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Why should we use Passkeys?

Passwords have become an issue where they are at risk from attackers. Passkeys help solve the issues that come along with passwords. A passkey is a modern, password‑free way to sign in to apps and websites. Instead of typing something…

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Old Habits Die Hard

It is terrifying that even in 2026, we are still seeing the same weak password patterns from previous years, despite cybersecurity awareness campaigns and improved authentication tools. Recent research into 2025 most commonly used passwords shows that passwords have remained…

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How to spot a spam email

Spams are everywhere - emails, texts, social media messages, and even phone calls. They’re designed to trick you into giving away personal information, money, or access to your accounts. The good news? Most spams share common warning signs. Here’s how…

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Why you should not mix personal and business passwords 

Using the same passwords for your personal and business accounts might be convenient, but by doing so you are exposing both your private life and your workplace to cyberattacks. Keeping them separate is one of the simplest and most effective ways to strengthen your…

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