The Internet is currently abuzz with special days to remind us ‘we are not safe in the cyber world’. Last month the ‘International Data Privacy Day‘ was celebrated with great enthusiasm. On February 9 this year, organizations are again upbeat on celebrating ‘Safer Internet Day’ with the theme of “Together for a better internet”.
There is no doubt that the cyberspace is a breeding ground for hackers and cyber criminals. Moreover, last year, cyber-attacks had seen an unprecedented increase due to work from home and several other factors and it is expected to rise even further in 2021, a reason why we should be reminded about online safety and educate people and organizations on how to prepare and react when faced with cyber threats. But advocating for safer internet isn’t just a one day occasion; It should be an everyday mission.
Nonetheless, Safer Internet Day is a special day in history and needs a special mention. With its roots in Europe, it is an annual worldwide event that goes a long way in raising awareness for Internet safety and education. Currently, more than 150 countries globally celebrate Safer Internet Day and this year many organizations are…
