K-12 schools got hit hard by cyberattacks during the pandemic, with incidents tripling between 2018 and 2021.
From phishing scams to Zoom class invasions, hackers ran up the score, exposing student and teacher data, locking up systems with ransomware, and even crashing online classes.
The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) dropped a game plan to help schools tighten their defense. Key plays include prioritizing security measures, using free tools, and collaborating with cybersecurity groups. The challenge? Many schools lack the resources or full-time experts to stay in the game, especially those serving low-income students.
Cybercrime’s impact isn’t just financial—it’s also about lost learning time. Recovering from a cyberattack can take months, benching students and teachers. Schools need stronger strategies to protect the future of education.
Civic News: Holly Quinn
Twitch just took a major L after a massive data breach exposed financial info and sensitive details about its top streamers.
Hackers leaked the platform’s source code, payment figures, and more, calling Twitch a “toxic cesspool” and aiming to disrupt the game. The numbers? Mind-blowing. Top streamers like xQcOW reportedly banked $8.4M since 2019, while others rake in tens of thousands monthly. Twitch, owned by Amazon, confirmed the hack but said credit card info wasn’t compromised—still, the leak leaves creators feeling exposed.
This breach is a loud reminder: nothing online is completely private. Whether you’re a casual viewer or a top-tier content creator, guard your data like it’s the game-winning shot.
CBC: Pete Evans
It’s game on for TikTok again. After the U.S. accused China of using the app to spy and influence Americans, Canada’s stepping onto the court with a bold move.
On Nov. 6, Canada told TikTok’s owners to shut down their Toronto and Vancouver offices—without banning the app itself. The reason? National security, though the playbook hasn’t been shared.
Critics are calling foul, saying kicking TikTok out might actually make it harder to regulate. A legal expert even suggested it’s better to keep the company inbounds and pass laws to deal with the issues directly.
CBC News: Catharine Tunney
O2 just called game on scammers with their newest teammate, Daisy—an AI-powered granny built to waste fraudsters' time and protect customers. Daisy's got next-level AI tech that makes her sound like your classic sweet grandma, tricking scammers into thinking they’ve hit the jackpot. She chats nonstop about her grandkids, knitting, and even fake bank details, keeping these fraudsters on the line for up to 40 minutes. That’s 40 fewer minutes they have to run their plays on real people.
This AI superstar was co-created with scambaiter Jim Browning and answers scam calls faster than a fast break. Daisy's charm and human-like rambling throw scammers off their game, making her an essential player on O2’s fraud-prevention squad. She’s running full-court 24/7 to keep customers safe.
To celebrate the launch, former Love Islander Amy Hart is suiting up with Daisy. Amy shared her own jaw-dropping story of getting scammed—losing £5,000 in minutes to someone pretending to be her bank. Now, she’s teamed up with Daisy to expose these fraudsters’ dirty tricks and help others stay in the game. Their new video highlights just how sneaky scammers can be and why it’s key to stay on defense.
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