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The Health & Safety Event Asia in Singapore
Risk & Compliance

The Health & Safety Event Asia in Singapore

Singapore will host the Asia-Pacific debut of the UK health and safety exhibition this November, drawing 3,000 professionals.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sat, 19th Jul 2025
Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users
Endpoint Protection

Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users

Avast adds free AI-driven Scam Guardian to its antivirus for New Zealand users, boosting protection against rising, sophisticated online scams globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

Global Stories

Antivirus (AV) stories

Softonic issues guide to avoid scams in festive sales
Firewalls

Softonic issues guide to avoid scams in festive sales

Softonic issues festive-season guide warning of rising scams in fake shops, apps and delivery messages as online bargain hunting surges.

By Kaleah Salmon • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Dec 2025
Fake AI social media ads spread malware to millions globally
Malware

Fake AI social media ads spread malware to millions globally

Vietnam-linked hackers have used fake AI ads on Facebook and LinkedIn to spread malware to millions globally, stealing sensitive data from users.

By Jed Nykolle Harme • 3 min read • Wed, 28th May 2025
Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests
Malware

Check Point's Infinity Platform excels in new security tests

Check Point Software's Infinity Platform has been recognised for its exceptional security efficacy, achieving a 99.9% malware block rate in Miercom's 2025 benchmark report.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
Zyxel Networks wins 2024 award for firewall innovation
Firewalls

Zyxel Networks wins 2024 award for firewall innovation

Zyxel Networks has won the 2024 Cyber Security Award for Innovation for its USG FLEX 200HP Security Firewall, enhancing global digital resilience.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Tue, 21st Jan 2025
Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security
Data Protection

Data protection advancements expected to shape 2025 security

Andrew Eva of Assured Data Protection predicts significant advancements in backup and cybersecurity by 2025, highlighting ransomware as a major threat.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Dec 2024
Experts warn of cyber risks as Black Friday approaches
Endpoint Protection

Experts warn of cyber risks as Black Friday approaches

As Black Friday and Cyber Monday approach, experts warn shoppers to be vigilant against rising cyber threats like malvertising and online fraud.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 28th Nov 2024
Black Box announces new distribution deal with Amber Technology
Endpoint Protection

Black Box announces new distribution deal with Amber Technology

Black Box partners with Amber Technology to distribute AV, KVM, and IoT products across Australia and New Zealand, expanding both firms' market reach.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 25th Sep 2024
Kaspersky updates mobile apps with enhanced security & UX features
Virtual Private Networks

Kaspersky updates mobile apps with enhanced security & UX features

Kaspersky has launched upgraded iOS and Android apps, enhancing security and privacy features to meet the growing cybersecurity needs of mobile users.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jun 2024
Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach
Endpoint Protection

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand AI cybersecurity reach

Trustifi partners with CyberDisti to expand its AI-powered email cybersecurity services to the UAE, India, and Africa, addressing rising cyber threats in these regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd May 2024
WatchGuard wins nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius
Firewalls

WatchGuard wins nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius

WatchGuard Technologies shines with nine 2024 Top Rated Awards from TrustRadius, celebrating excellence in network security, endpoint security, and AuthPoint products.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
Kaseya 365 launch set to shake up IT management industry
Endpoint Protection

Kaseya 365 launch set to shake up IT management industry

Kaseya launches its innovative subscription service Kaseya 365, set to significantly enhance the operation and profitability of managed service providers.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Antivirus (AV) stories

Open Reality partners with MAXHUB for UK market growth
Unified Communications

Open Reality partners with MAXHUB for UK market growth

Open Reality has partnered with MAXHUB to bring advanced audio-visual and communication solutions to over 800 UK IT channel partners, supporting hybrid workplaces.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 21st Feb 2025
Ansys, Cognata & Microsoft join forces on ADAS testing
Endpoint Protection

Ansys, Cognata & Microsoft join forces on ADAS testing

Ansys has teamed up with Cognata and Microsoft to launch the Automated Driving Perception Hub on Azure, enhancing sensor testing for automotive ADAS and AV systems.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Jan 2025
Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale
Firewalls

Enhanced cybersecurity measures urged by Software@Scale

Louis Droguett, CEO of Software@Scale, urges firms to bolster cybersecurity with multi-layered approaches as threats from groups like APT40 intensify.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jul 2024
Majority of IT decision-makers to boost cybersecurity budgets in 2024
Endpoint Protection

Majority of IT decision-makers to boost cybersecurity budgets in 2024

Infosecurity Europe reports a significant rise in cybersecurity budgets for 2024, with 69% of UK IT leaders expecting an increase, predominantly in cloud security and incident response.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024