What was originally considered Artificial Intelligence Science Fiction only a decade or so ago has become a reality or at least a potential certainty. It has been suggested that designers in Silicon Valley use SciFi as an inspiration for the creation of new technology. Although
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In July 2019, Robert Epstein (PhD) testified before congress in relation to research he has been conducting since 2012 on Google – specifically on their power to suppress content, and manipulate thoughts and behaviour of those who use the search engine. This PDF is an
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‘Exploring the Role of Work Identity and Work Locus of Control in Information Security Awareness’. Extracts and summary of the research by: Dr Lee Hadlington, Dr Masa Popovac, Prof. Helge Janicke, Dr Iryna Yevseyeva, Dr Kevin Jones (2019) In her summary of the work, Dr
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The title of this post is a direct quote taken from an interview with Dr. Robert Epstein, a Senior Research Psychologist on The Epoch Times TV channel. If you were ever wondering how much our opinions are being influenced by ‘Big Tech’, this is worth
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Cyber Security is not the same as CyberPsychology. It is similar to comparing someone who helps you physically set up home security and someone who seeks to understand why you don’t turn that security on when you leave the house. In a recent webinar, one
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According to academic research in this area, the short answer is ‘yes’. The majority of research has used The Big 5 Personality Types to identify different types of Cyber Security behaviour. Although research in this area has slightly conflicting results, there are some general findings
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Published in 2017, The Cyber Effect is one of the first CyberPsychology books to be written specifically for the general public. A book that everyone should read, especially parents. It will open your eyes to the potential opportunities and dangers that exist online. About Mary
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We know that cyber-bullying is an issue that has affected many of us, to a greater or lesser degree. We have also heard of people who have been publicly shamed with their reputations dashed to pieces. Jon Ronson, in his book ‘so you’ve been publicly
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