NCOA Connect

Avast, a FTSE 100 company, is a global leader in digital security and privacy with more than 30 years in the cybersecurity market. With over 435 million users online, Avast offers products that protect people from threats on the internet and the evolving IoT threat landscape. The company’s threat detection network is among the most advanced in the world, using machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies to detect and stop threats in real time. 

Our mission is to make the online world a safer place so that digital citizens are free to enjoy safe and private connected lives. We believe in an open and connected world where everyone has the right to access the same information and experiences online. Avast helps protect digital freedom. We empower people to explore the online world safely and confidently. 

Avast combines artificial intelligence with human ingenuity to create the world‘s largest cybersecurity network protecting people and businesses from attacks online. We safeguard their data, identity, privacy, and digital relationships with sophisticated solutions that are engaging and easy to use. Every month on average, we protect users by blocking over 1.5 billion malware attacks, 33 million phishing attacks and 3 million unique phishing URLs, as well as over 4 million ransomware attacks.

Avast digital security products for Mobile, PC or Mac are top-ranked and certified by VB100, AV-Comparatives, AV-Test, SE Labs and others. Avast is a member of Coalition Against Stalkerware, No More Ransom, and the Internet Watch Foundation. 

Visit: www.avast.com.

Internet scams: online safety and privacy tips for older adults

Covid-19 forced so many of us to physically isolate ourselves from our loved ones, but we also started spending more time on the Internet, doing everything from communicating with family to banking to accessing medical care. However, increased time online also comes with a potential increase in risks from cybercrime and fraud. Without support and knowledge, older adults can be personally and financially exposed. Avast’s Security Expert, Emma McGowan, will speak about some of the most common online scams targeting older adults and share tips and knowledge on how users can protect themselves and their loved ones in order to enjoy the virtues of the Internet with confidence and live their best life online.

Address

• 9300 Harris Corners Parkway, Suite 450
  Charlotte, NC 28269

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• pr@avast.com

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• https://www.avast.com/?utm_source=ncoa&utm_medium=event&utm_campaign=elders&utm_content=ageaction

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