Digital security education initiated for schoolchildren by Life:)
Digital Operator Hosts Inaugural "Cyber Class": Cybersecurity Workshop for Schoolchildren
Life:), a digital operator, recently conducted the first "Cyber Class," a cybersecurity workshop aimed at schoolchildren. The event, supported by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Communications and Informatics, and international company Kaspersky, was held at the National Children's Technopark, where 80 fifth-grade students received an introduction to digital security.
Andrey Sidenko, head of the children's online safety department at Kaspersky, shed light on the deceptive tactics employed by scammers. He revealed that these digital predators use artificial intelligence, neural networks, and deepfake technology to deceive internet users. Other tools scammers utilize include generating texts, images, and videos through AI, as well as creating fake websites and phishing campaigns.
Telegram,
In the second part of the workshop, the children learned about the common tricks used by scammers while playing mobile games. Vadim Gafarov, the lead cybersecurity specialist at life:)'s Cybersecurity Center, briefed them on the risks associated with clicking on in-game prize links, identifying genuine websites, and avoiding suspicious 'tech support' calls.
The "Cyber Class" project is an educational initiative designed for schoolchildren to help them understand safe online behavior. The project involves interactive learning, such as quizzes and question-and-answer sessions, to reinforce the information covered.
Instagram, and
In the digital age, it's crucial for children to learn about potential cyber threats and how to protect themselves. By participating in the "Cyber Class," these students gain essential skills to navigate the online world safely and securely.
Stay informed about the latest news and updates by following us on Telegram, Instagram, and Viber.
Viber.
In the workshop, Andrey Sidenko, from Kaspersky, explained that scammers use advanced technology such as artificial intelligence, neural networks, and deepfake technology to deceive internet users. Furthermore, Vadim Gafarov, a cybersecurity specialist at life:)'s Cybersecurity Center, taught the students about the risks associated with clicking on in-game prize links and avoiding suspicious 'tech support' calls. This cybersecurity education initiative helps schoolchildren learn safe online behavior and gain essential skills to navigate the digital world securely.
){kind=link}