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29/11/2023

[ ] Unmasking Microsoft Impersonation Scams: A Guide to Stay Safe Online

Microsoft impersonation scams involve scammers posing as representatives of Microsoft, a reputable and widely used technology company. Spoof calls, phishing email, pop-up scams... everything goes.

From January to September 2023, $7,061,702 were lost because of Microsoft impersonation scams.

Protect yourself from Microsoft impersonation scams by discovering the 4 steps on our blog 👉 https://www.abtechnologies.com.au/2023/11/25/unmasking-miscrosoft-impersonation-scams/

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25Nov25 November 2023 Unmasking Microsoft Impersonation Scams: A Guide to Stay Safe Online Mathilde Lalague2023-11-24T06:58:06+00:00 By Mathilde Lalague Cybersecurity Alerts, eNewsletter, IT Security, Online Protection Cybersecurity, Microsoft, Scams, Tips and Tricks 0 Comments Scams have become an....

28/11/2023

[ ] Dealing with Business Impersonation Scams

Small businesses reported $8.5 million in losses to impersonation scams across approximately 459 reports over the first three quarters of 2023.

Scammers are defrauding consumers and businesses with scam websites that impersonate well-known brands. Businesses impersonated by scammers may suffer brand damage and loss of consumer trust and confidence. Your customers may lose money and personal information if they engage with these fraudulent websites.

Find out how to protect your business and your customers from scams by reading our blog 👉 https://www.abtechnologies.com.au/2023/11/26/dealing-with-business-impersonation-scams/

26Nov26 November 2023 Dealing with Business Impersonation Scams Mathilde Lalague2023-11-26T23:29:47+00:00 By Mathilde Lalague Cybersecurity Alerts, eNewsletter, IT Security, Online Protection Cybersecurity, Scams, Tips and Tricks 0 Comments In the ever-evolving business landscape, so do the shadows....

27/11/2023

[ ] Unveiling the Scam Landscape: Tips to Protect Yourself Online

An impersonation scam involves fraudsters posing as trusted entities to steal money or personal information. Cybercriminals employ various tactics, making it challenging to distinguish between genuine and fraudulent activities.

To face scam attacks, you are urged to follow the 'Stop, Think, Protect' approach:
1. Stop – Don’t give money or personal information to anyone if unsure.
2. Think – Ask yourself, could the message or call be fake?
3. Protect – Act quickly if something feels wrong.

Learn more about tips and tricks to avoid impersonation scams, read our blog 👉 https://www.abtechnologies.com.au/2023/11/24/unveiling-the-scam-landscape-scam-awareness-week-2023/

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24Nov24 November 2023 Unveiling the Scam Landscape: Tips to Protect Yourself Online Mathilde Lalague2023-11-24T07:00:31+00:00 By Mathilde Lalague Cybersecurity Alerts, eNewsletter, IT Security, Online Protection Cybersecurity, Scams, Tips and Tricks 0 Comments On 30 September 2023, Scamwatch receive...

27/11/2023

Who's really there?

Scam Awareness Week | 27 Nov to 01 Dec 2023

On 30 September 2023, received a total of 234,672 reports with losses of over $397 million. Of these total reports, 72.5% involved impersonation.

In our ever-expanding digital landscape, the prevalence of scams is escalating. It is crucial, now more than ever, to educate ourselves on the intricacies of scams and the tactics employed by scammers.

Join us throughout Scam Awareness Week, we will be disseminating tips and stories to aid in avoiding scams.

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This Scams Awareness Week 2023, we're shining a light on impersonation scams.An impersonation scam is where scammers pretend to be trusted businesses, friend...

06/11/2023

Join the Computer Alliance community to reboot and recharge in nature! 🌱🥾

Trek2Health is an organisation founded with a single, noble objective - provide ongoing support to First Responders and Emergency Services personnel such as firefighters, EMTs, and police officers in our communities.

Alliance Business Technologies is very proud to support the Trek2Reboot, which will help these community heroes.

01/09/2023

Ingram Micro GCIS 2023 Growth Partner of the Year 🏆 Case Study

Alliance Business Technologies Alliance Business Technologies was honored to receive in May 2023 the award of the Growth Partner of the Year in Australia for its powerful synergy thrives in their partnership over the years.

Especially for this occasion, Ingram Micro celebrates this partnership in a case study highlighting ambitious growth strategies and plans that involve further collaboration together.

👉 Read more: https://bit.ly/ingram-micro-casestudy

Cloud migrations: the Ingram Micro partnership proves its efficiency again Mathilde Lalague2023-09-01T00:57:45+00:00 Project Description 0 1 September 2023 Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Printing, Hybrid Infrastructure, IT Applications, IT Infrastructure, Microsoft 365 Case Study Partner: Ingram Micro....

01/09/2023

Upcoming webinar | Cyber Insurance: Do we need it? Are we ready for it?

Wednesday 13th of September 2023 at 1:00pm AEST

In today's digital age, the risks of cyber threats are ever-present, and understanding how to protect your business is crucial. Discover how cyber insurance will be demystified with practical insights from our experts SherpaTech's Tim Stephinson and Alliance Business Technologies's Wayne Kirby.

Highlights:

• Exploring the Importance of Cyber Insurance
• Tailoring Coverage to Your Needs
• Navigating the Claims Process
• Enhancing Cyber Readiness

Secure your digital future and join us for a dynamic discussion on cyber insurance!

Register here: https://shorturl.at/IJOQ7

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27/01/2022

Now that we have experience with remote and hybrid schooling, what are the best practices for supporting students and teachers? How do we move forward with confidence we've given due diligence to this important topic? has some ideas. Read the blog and contact Alliance Business Technologies for help moving forward.

When COVID-19 disrupted traditional classroom instruction and forced system and school leaders, IT professionals, educators, faculty, and students to pivot to

25/01/2022

How do we take the insight from emergency remote learning and end up with a better future for education systems? These global experts have some ideas. Listen to this webinar with Michael Fullan and Joanne Quinn from New Pedagogies for Deep Learning as they discuss with Education VP Barbara Holzapfel on the future of teaching and learning. Contact Alliance Business Technologies for more resources and to get started.

This episode covers the new research work and paper from Michael Fulland and Joanne Quinn from New Pedagogies for Deep Learning (NPDL). Microsoft Education ...

20/01/2022

Looking for best practices when it comes to creating a more inclusive, equitable, and flexible learning environment? See how one school district teamed with to succeed whether learning is remote or in person. Read this blog and contact Alliance Business Technologies to learn how we can help.

The world has changed over the past six months, including our education environments. As many schools shift to the "new normal" of remote and hybrid learning,

17/01/2022

In times of global crisis, distance learning is a new reality to ensure students continue to learn safely. Microsoft and UNESCO's Global Education Coalition are working together to support all countries in all stages of distance learning deployment.

Look at this guide for a technology blueprint on how to implement distance learning whether working with populations from full connectivity to low connectivity. Ensure you're leveraging technology in the best way possible and find out how we can help.

The Microsoft Education Transformation Framework is an evidence-based model for designing system changes and leveraging technology to support that change. UNESCO's Global Education Coalition aims to help countries mobilize resources and implement solutions to provide education remotely, as well as s...

13/01/2022

Many schools are reopening this fall with at least some elements of remote learning and for many, it's a continuation of how last school year ended: online with technology and modern tools in full swing.

In Hong Kong, Microsoft's Limitless Learning Program supported over 50,000 teachers and 800,000 students from all 1,000 primary and secondary schools. What did they do? How did they do it? Read this blog for the answers—and consider what changes could be made in a new school year.

Schools to leverage technology to elevate education and continue grooming the next digital generation anywhere, anytime February 5, 2020, Hong Kong –– It’s the first day of the second term, but the…