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New TrustDefender website launched

Written by Anthony Voigt Thursday, 18 November 2010 08:22

I’m very pleased to announce the launch of TrustDefender’s new website: www.trustdefender.com.

TrustDefender is a leading Australian technology company with innovative solutions for real-time, customer end point risk assessment and online transaction protection. The new website is designed to support TrustDefender's expansion into a range of international markets including North America, Europe and the Middle East.

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Mobile phone capabilities in 2012

Written by Anthony Voigt Tuesday, 16 November 2010 11:20

Imagine leaving your house and locking the front door digitally with your smartphone, and then getting on a bus and swiping your mobile over a ‘reader’ to pay for the fare. You get to work and again swipe your mobile to enter the building. Lunch is bought with a swipe of the mobile and if you need to book concert tickets you can do it quickly and simply through your mobile phone. Even your passport, driver’s licence and Medicare details could be carried around in your mobile phone.

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On Facebook, Firesheep and Security

Written by Anthony Voigt Monday, 15 November 2010 14:05

Logging into Wi-Fi networks at places like cafes, McDonalds and hotels just became even more dangerous. A new software program for the Firefox web browser called Firesheep gives even amateur hackers the ability to capture a user’s Facebook, Flickr and Twitter login information over Wi-Fi networks.

I’ve tried it. It’s really easy.

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Lorraine uses pedal power to fight MS

Written by Anthony Voigt Monday, 01 November 2010 17:27

As Brighton's 'pocket rocket' I have been training hard to raise money for people affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS). I will be participating in next week's 'Sydney to 'Gong' bike ride. At a distance of 90ks and hindered by very short legs, I won't find it easy.

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MMPCU congratulates Greg Tarry

Written by Anthony Voigt Tuesday, 26 October 2010 15:49

We have been been working closely with Maritime Mining Power Credit Union over a number of months to support its merger with two credit unions: Reliance Credit Union and Gosford Credit Union.

The challenge has been how to support these three distinct brands (and three separate online marketing plans) without incurring three times the cost for MMPCU.

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Connecting with a new generation

Written by Anthony Voigt Thursday, 21 October 2010 14:22

Sydney-based Encompass Credit Union faces an issue common to most mutual financial institutions: its member base is middle aged – and getting older.

While a new generation is coming through, engaging with them is a challenge. Young Australians are amongst the first demographic to embrace social media and use a new range of channels to communicate.

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