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Cyberattacks in the education sector up 258% last academic year

Cybercriminals are targeting educational institutions, attracted by the vast amount of sensitive data they handle: student and employee personal information, research, and intellectual property. With tight technology budgets and often weak defenses, many of these organizations are easy prey for increasingly complex cyberattacks, putting their reputation and operations at risk.

Gamifying Education: Using Digital Signage to Enhance Learning Through Interactive Content

Education is in the midst of a transformation. The age-old chalk-and-talk methods are being replaced with innovative techniques. One modern approach that's causing quite a stir is gamifying education. And guess what? School digital signage is playing a pivotal role in this shift. So, how exactly is this happening, and why does it matter?

Why educational institutions need robust cybersecurity solutions

Technology has been an integral part of the education industry, even before the onset of the pandemic. However, the shift from traditional classrooms to online courses, virtual classrooms, and digital textbooks has taken place at a rapid pace since 2020. This transition to the digital world has widened opportunities, but it has also opened avenues for cyberattacks and compliance violations.

Cybersecurity in Universities: How CRM Solutions Safeguard Student Interactions

Universities grapple with a critical dilemma: maintaining open, collaborative environments while safeguarding vast troves of sensitive student data against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. As higher education institutions digitize more of their operations and interactions, the need for robust cybersecurity measures has never been more pressing. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions designed specifically for universities have emerged as powerful tools in this ongoing battle to protect digital assets and student interactions. This article explores how CRM for higher education enhances cybersecurity, protecting student interactions and sensitive data in the academic landscape.

EssayHub Review: A Closer Look at the New 1-Page Abstract Feature

As a student, you might already be familiar with EssayHub, a popular platform that gives you a leg up on your academic work. Its reputation for helping students with essays and big projects has been growing, and I got curious-does it really live up to the hype? I decided to test the service myself. It's clear that the mission of EssayHub is to assist students through its diverse academic offerings. This is not just about writing essays; it's about giving you tools to excel academically.

Tackling the Unique Cybersecurity Challenges of Online Learning Platforms

Online learning has expanded access to education across all levels. However, as beneficial as these platforms can be, they pose unique cybersecurity risks. Securing e-learning platforms will become increasingly crucial as more school systems embrace this technology.

Understanding the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Schools and libraries often lack the funding and staffing needed to build and maintain a robust cybersecurity program. They are also the exact kind of organizations threat actors prefer— under defended and a storehouse of personally identifiable information (PII). Considering that, in 2024, education was the second-most represented industry in ransomware attacks, and third-most in business email compromise (BEC) attacks, it’s clear that protection is paramount.