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Three advanced robots making sci-fi technology a reality

Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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Defying expectations, three robots are heralding a new age in sci-fi tech, performing feats once deemed decades away.
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Apple takes shots at Google in new ad campaign - smartphone showdown

Wed, 24th May 2017
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Apple ignites smartphone rivalry, taunting Google with cash incentives to entice Android users to switch to iPhone in a bold ad blitz.
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Microsoft embraces Android and iOS in new Windows update

Fri, 12th May 2017
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Windows 10 Fall Creators Update bridges the gap, integrating features for seamless Android and iOS interoperability.
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Google committed to keeping ransomware away from Android

Tue, 9th May 2017
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Google says that since 2015, fewer than 0.00001% of apps on the Google Play store and less than .01% of apps elsewhere were ransomware.
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Unit 42 researchers suspect Ewind adware Trojan is 100% Russian

Tue, 18th Apr 2017
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The Android Ewind family has just become a little bigger, after Unit 42 researchers discovered multiple new samples of the family.
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Google's hacking contest 'Project Zero' was a flop: What went wrong?

Tue, 11th Apr 2017
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Not a single person claimed Google's Project Zero prizes, even after six months of being open to participants.
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Here are the top trends in Android ransomware right now

Tue, 14th Mar 2017
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Android devices are used to store increasing amounts of valuable data, making Android ransomware ever more worthwhile for attackers.
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Listen up: Android.Lockdroid.E ransomware makes victims speak out loud

Mon, 13th Mar 2017
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Android users are being targeted in a new type of ransomware attack that uses speech recognition as the unlock code method.
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Released Android malware source code used to run a banking botnet

Mon, 27th Feb 2017
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The new Android banking malware ESET recently discovered on Google Play was spotted in the wild again, targeting more banks.
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Dangerous Android Trojan masquerades as Flash Player update

Wed, 22nd Feb 2017
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A new Android Trojan has been lurking under a fake app that tries to mimic a Flash Player update, ESET discovered this week.
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Could Android instant apps be significant for the enterprise?

Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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It's still very early days for Android Instant Apps, with no solid information existing at present as to when a wider release may happen.
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Android ransomware spreads further, with new methods in its toolbox

Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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New Android ransomware tactics emerge, using encrypted payloads and email scams to exploit users, with a new focus on Chinese markets.
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Game review: Jack N' Jill 3D - a great little time waster

Fri, 2nd Dec 2016
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This game is a fun little time waster for those moments when you're looking for something light, but with a little bit of a challenge.
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Check Point: Asia hardest hit in 'Gooligan' Android malware attacks

Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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Check Point has uncovered Android malware that is infecting more than 13,000 devices every single day. Here's what you need to know.
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What is Boomerang? Instagram explains

Tue, 15th Nov 2016
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Instagram's Boomerang spices up Stories with looping mini-videos, while mentions and test links add new layers of interactivity.
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There's great news for Android, but not so good for Apple

Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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The relentless march of Android continues, and it isn't good news for Apple. There is no Steve Jobs to ride in and turn things around this time.
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Spotify launches playlist personally curated for each listener

Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Spotify introduces Daily Mix, a new feature that combines users' favourite tracks with new songs for the perfect listening session.
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8 years of Android: malware, malicious apps, and how to stay safe

Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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Android now controls over 85% of the smartphone market and is by far the biggest player in the tablet market as well.
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Emergency location tracking can be life or death, so why is NZ taking so long?

Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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With the accuracy of GPS, combined with the amount of data about users, using emergency location tracking for medical purposes seems obvious. Right?.
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Trend Micro tackles ransomware threat with new software

Mon, 19th Sep 2016
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Trend Micro unveils its latest defence against cyber threats, promising robust protection from ransomware and evolving malware.