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Cloudflare, Microsoft & police disrupt global malware service
Malware

Cloudflare, Microsoft & police disrupt global malware service

Cloudflare and Microsoft, with global law enforcement, have disrupted LummaC2, a major malware service stealing data worldwide and used for cybercrime.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 22nd May 2025
Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw
Malware

Kaspersky discovers & patches zero-day Chrome flaw

Kaspersky has uncovered and patched a critical zero-day vulnerability in Google Chrome, enabling attackers to bypass sandbox protections via malicious links.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
Quest Software unveils AI updates to database tools
Data Analytics

Quest Software unveils AI updates to database tools

Quest Software has unveiled crucial updates to its Toad Data Studio and Toad Data Point tools, featuring AI capabilities to support diverse database environments.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 1st Apr 2025
Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats
Malware

Netflix series Zero Day highlights real cyber threats

Netflix's new series Zero Day highlights the real threat of zero-day vulnerabilities, emphasising the need for robust cybersecurity measures to prevent attacks.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Mar 2025
Businesses face GBP £500k hourly cost from IT outages
Microsoft

Businesses face GBP £500k hourly cost from IT outages

The recent Microsoft 365 outage has affected thousands globally, emphasising the need for businesses to prepare for costly IT disruptions, warns Bionic.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 6th Mar 2025
Samsung reinvents Galaxy A series with enhanced AI features
Artificial Intelligence

Samsung reinvents Galaxy A series with enhanced AI features

Samsung has launched its Galaxy A56 5G, A36 5G, and A26 5G, introducing advanced AI features aimed at enhancing mobile experiences for users worldwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 3rd Mar 2025
AirDroid Business launches innovative Windows patch feature
Storage

AirDroid Business launches innovative Windows patch feature

AirDroid Business has launched a Windows Patch Management feature to streamline IT management, enhance security, and aid regulatory compliance for enterprises.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 26th Feb 2025
Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities
Malware

Microsoft's February 2025 patch fixes 56 vulnerabilities

Microsoft has patched 56 vulnerabilities in its February 2025 update, including two now exploited, marking a fifth month of no critical zero-days released.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Feb 2025
Kaspersky enhances cloud workload security with update
Endpoint Protection

Kaspersky enhances cloud workload security with update

Kaspersky has unveiled a substantial upgrade to its Cloud Workload Security, enhancing forensic capabilities and boosting security for organisations amid rising cloud adoption.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 20th Feb 2025
Zoom announces enhanced features for Team Chat users
Marketing Technologies

Zoom announces enhanced features for Team Chat users

Zoom has unveiled a revamped Team Chat sidebar within its Workplace suite, enhancing user experience with personalised features and AI tools to boost productivity.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 31st Jan 2025
Mendix 10.18 release enhances AI-assisted development
Digital Transformation

Mendix 10.18 release enhances AI-assisted development

Mendix has launched its latest update, Mendix 10.18, featuring AI-driven enhancements and new tools to streamline software development and digital transformation.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 20th Jan 2025
Dell unveils eco-friendly AI PCs with durable designs
Network Infrastructure

Dell unveils eco-friendly AI PCs with durable designs

Dell Technologies has launched updates to its AI PC portfolio, prioritising sustainability and performance with new modular designs and recyclable materials.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy A16 an affordable and lightweight choice for a first phone
Software Updates

Hands-on Review: Samsung Galaxy A16 an affordable and lightweight choice for a first phone

The Samsung Galaxy A16 5G impresses as a budget-friendly option at USD $200, boasting a stunning display and six years of software updates.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 20th Dec 2024
Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024
Malware

Kaspersky reports rise in malware threats & attacks in 2024

Kaspersky's latest report reveals a 14% rise in daily malware detection, with 467,000 malicious files identified each day in 2024.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 19th Dec 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Software Updates stories

Offline malware attacks surge in Southeast Asia, hitting 50 million
Malware

Offline malware attacks surge in Southeast Asia, hitting 50 million

Kaspersky detected nearly 50 million on-device malware attacks in Southeast Asia in 2024, a 15% rise as offline threats target businesses via USBs and drives.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Apr 2025
How to avoid unintended complexity when streamlining operations with the cloud
Data Analytics

How to avoid unintended complexity when streamlining operations with the cloud

As Australian cloud spending surpasses AUD $23 billion, organisations struggle with complexity, risking costly missteps while seeking simpler operations.

By Lincoln Lincoln • 5 min read • Tue, 28th Jan 2025
JLR partners with Tata to enhance connected driving experiences
Network Infrastructure

JLR partners with Tata to enhance connected driving experiences

JLR has partnered with Tata Communications to integrate the MOVE platform into future vehicles, ensuring seamless connectivity in 120 countries from 2026.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 17th Jan 2025
Digital resilience rules for ICT providers from 2025
Cybersecurity

Digital resilience rules for ICT providers from 2025

The Digital Operational Resilience Act will come into force on 17 January 2025, impacting ICT providers linked to the financial services sector.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2024