ISLANDERS can now get free, simple tips on how to stay safe online in their email inboxes amid “worsening cyber security threats”, following the launch of a new initiative.
“Cyber Bytes”, which has been launched by the Jersey Cyber Security Centre, is an online newsletter which is sent out every six weeks.
The first edition is due to go out next week and will provide steps that small business, charities and individuals can take to protect themselves online. The newsletter was developed based on feedback from Islanders over the past 18 months.
Matt Palmer, director of JCSC, said: “Cyber Bytes has been designed to overcome some of the key barriers facing Islanders who want to improve their cyber security.
“Firstly, all of us live busy lives: it’s very unlikely that many people have time to go out and learn about cyber security. Secondly, Islanders have reported feeling overwhelmed by the volume, complexity, and ever-changing nature of cyber security.
“Finally, many may not be able to afford specialist IT support, and therefore might think there is nothing they can do.”
Deputy Moz Scott, an Assistant Economic Development Minister, said: “Islanders are rightly concerned about worsening cyber-security threats, and the increasing levels of online fraud and misinformation that are impacting our day-to-day lives.”
Organisations and individuals can subscribe to Cyber Bytes for free by visiting here
By Ava Steel
Islanders in Jersey can now receive free, practical advice on how to stay safe online through a new initiative called "Cyber Bytes". This online newsletter, launched by the Jersey Cyber Security Centre, will be sent out every six weeks starting next week. The newsletter will provide tips for small businesses, charities, and individuals on how to protect themselves online, based on feedback from Islanders over the past 18 months.
Matt Palmer, director of JCSC, explained that Cyber Bytes aims to address common barriers faced by Islanders in improving their cyber security. These barriers include lack of time to learn about cyber security, feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of the topic, and inability to afford specialist IT support.
Deputy Moz Scott, an Assistant Economic Development Minister, highlighted the increasing concern among Islanders about cyber security threats, online fraud, and misinformation affecting daily life. Organizations and individuals can subscribe to Cyber Bytes for free by visiting the website provided.
By subscribing to Cyber Bytes, Islanders can stay informed and take proactive steps to protect themselves online in the face of growing cyber security threats.
