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Grace Macej

Grace Macej

Grace is a passionate reader, writer, and editor who is plugged into the tech and security industries. On the Avast blog, she takes detailed looks at the many facets of the digital landscape and is on a mission to make security stories approachable and educational for everyone.

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Avast commits to becoming a founder of the OpenWallet Foundation

As a first step, Avast joins the newly formed Linux Foundation Europe as an inaugural member.

26 Sep 2022 min read

Top tips and tricks for back to school

We've rounded up our best back to school advice to help students and their families maintain online safety.

8 Sep 2022 min read

When it comes to tech knowledge, many parents believe their children have overtaken them

55% of parents across the UK have expressed concern about the fact their children are more clued up about tech than they are.

31 Aug 2022 min read

Avast joins industry leading foundations to enable global-scale digital trust

Avast joins several prominent digital trust and identity organizations to help people regain control of their digital identities and data.

30 Aug 2022 min read

What is vishing and how do I protect myself against it?

While there are a variety of vishing methods, the most common have recently centered on the theft of financial information or government IDs.

24 Aug 2022 min read

Back to school: Shopping cybersecurity 101

Learn your school’s policy regarding students’ computers and mobile devices, warn your kids about phishing, and be wary of public Wi-Fi.

23 Aug 2022 min read

We’re in the midst of a scamdemic — here’s what to do about it

Scams are reaching New Zealanders and Australians via multiple communications channels on a weekly basis.

23 Aug 2022 min read

Avast CISO Jaya Baloo discusses online safety for teachers and students

Cybersecurity in schools is the main topic of the latest Code Week podcast, featuring Avast CISO Jaya Baloo.

8 Aug 2022 min read

eIDAS 2.0: The latest developments

Looking ahead, there’s plenty of work left to do in order to make eIDAS 2.0 a reality.

29 Jul 2022 min read

Raising tech abuse awareness with a digital break-up kit

Our kit aims to empower women to take control of their devices and enable them to enjoy their digital freedom.

13 Jul 2022 min read

How to safely make online friends

The best way to help kids make good decisions is by giving them the skills to keep themselves safe.

7 Jul 2022 min read

Protect yourself and your loved ones from medical scams

Learn to protect yourself from DME fraud and medical identity theft.

4 Jul 2022 min read

Vishing scams are on the rise and Interpol is cracking down

If you don’t think you should trust someone or a link you received, trust your instinct. It’s far better to be safe than a victim of a vishing scam.

23 Jun 2022 min read

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