Growing up Digital: Cyber Awareness for Today's Youth
2023-11-04 , TRACK 1

In today's fast-paced digital age, children are introduced to the wonders of technology at an astonishingly young age. But with the rapid rate of technological advances, how aware and prepared are these children - and their guardians - in terms of cybersecurity and privacy? What's Little Timmy Doing With the Computer? delves into the challenges and opportunities that the current generation of children encounter as they navigate the virtual world. From the innocuous games and learning apps to the more dubious corners of the internet, the presentation will explore the inherent risks present and the potential measures we can employ to protect our younger cybernauts. Emphasizing the importance of early cyber education, we'll discuss practical approaches parents and educators can utilize to cultivate a culture of security mindfulness in children. The presentation will also shed light on age-specific threats, the vital role of ongoing cyber awareness and what you can do to help.

After overcoming homelessness and an early departure from education, Joe embarked on a transformative journey through sales and education. A self-taught cyber enthusiast, Joe talked his way into university studies in applied cybersecurity. Today, he volunteers and is even building his own cyber awareness platform.