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    A single law against hacking and spamming could stop the UK looking like a soft touch, according to the Communications Management Association.

  • Microsoft wants to tackle Aussie spammers

    Microsoft wants the federal government to amend its anti-spam legislation to allow its joint venture with Publishing and Broadcasting Ltd, ninemsn, to directly pursue legal action against spammers.

  • Internet becoming safer for kids?

    A government-funded Internet safety body has launched a project to boost students and teachers' ability to avert online threats just days after a Bill to curb Internet sex crimes was introduced into the Senate.

  • Top 10 security threats for 2008

    In 2008 the line between cybercrime and legitimate business will blur, Australians will find out just how many data breaches occur, smartphones will attract malware, and people will decide which group is worse: social networking sites seeking to monetise page hits or identity thieves.

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    Banks are fighting to keep their call centres free from criminals that pose as -- or become -- call centre staff in order to steal customer details.

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