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Adrian Covich is a keen observer of the alarming rise in online scams and fraud targeting Australians. With a meticulous approach, he delves into the financial repercussions these schemes have on individuals, documenting staggering figures and the government’s response to combat this digital menace. Covich's writing is driven by a desire to inform and possibly safeguard readers against such online threats.

Through his analysis, Covich paints a disturbing picture of the evolution of scam tactics, highlighting significant increases in money lost to fraudsters over recent years. His interest extends to the technological advancements employed by scammers, such as the use of sophisticated conversational tools, showcasing a deep understanding of both the psychological and technical aspects of these scams. Adrian’s work is essential reading for anyone wanting to stay abreast of digital threats and the ongoing battle against online fraud in Australia.

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Australia's scam prevention law aims for AUD $50m fines
Fri, 8th Nov 2024
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Australia's new Scam Prevention Framework compels banks and telecoms to tackle rising scams, with fines of up to AUD $50 million for non-compliance.
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Proofpoint achieves IRAP certification for email security
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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Proofpoint has achieved IRAP certification for its email protection services, ensuring compliance with Australian government security standards amid rising cyber threats.
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What cyber lessons can be learned from the Paris Olympics?
Tue, 17th Sep 2024
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Australia gears up for future events, learning cybersecurity lessons from Paris 2024. Despite fewer successful attacks, unsecure partners and fraudulent sites pose challenges.
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Scam reports surge by nearly 50% in first half of 2023
Thu, 10th Aug 2023
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The use of conversational tools demonstrates how threat actors are beginning to match their ingenuity with new-found precision and patience.
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Australians hit hard by online scams and fraud this year
Wed, 17th May 2023
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The Government has boosted its funding to combat online scams and fraud, as Australians have now lost almost AUD $200 million to scammers this year alone.
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Australians lose $300 million to scams in first half of 2022
Wed, 27th Jul 2022
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The total losses from January to June 2022 have more than doubled compared to the first half of 2021, where Australians lost a combined $139 million.