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Mandiant partners with Android team to tackle concealed malware
Data Protection

Mandiant partners with Android team to tackle concealed malware

Mandiant and the Android Security Team have partnered to enhance tools that detect concealed malware in Android applications, bolstering user safety.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2025
VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users
Gaming

VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users

A new study by SplitMetrics reveals a remarkable 60% increase in new Android VR game users, with 13 million joining in 2024, marking record growth.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 30th Jan 2025
Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats
Ransomware

Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats

Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Dec 2024
Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data
Data Protection

Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data

A study by Top10VPN.com reveals over 50% of paid Android VPN apps leak user data, highlighting significant security flaws in popular services.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
Trimble updates CoPilot for improved fleet navigation & safety
Google

Trimble updates CoPilot for improved fleet navigation & safety

Trimble's updated CoPilot enhances fleet navigation with a refreshed user interface, improved trip planning, and advanced safety features, boosting driver efficiency.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Sep 2024
Trading app downloads surge 47% year-on-year in 2024
Google

Trading app downloads surge 47% year-on-year in 2024

Trading app downloads soar by 47% in 2024, with 7.3 million new users added, reports SplitMetrics. Trade Republic leads new user gains, Robinhood tops lifetime downloads.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Sep 2024
Hands-on Review: XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro Smart Projector
Digital Entertainment

Hands-on Review: XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro Smart Projector

The XGIMI MoGo 2 Pro is a compact, powerful projector with Android TV, 1080P resolution, and outstanding dual 8W speakers, perfect for home entertainment.

By Imee Dequito • 5 min read • Thu, 29th Aug 2024
Adjust launches Google Play Games integration for PC analytics
Gaming

Adjust launches Google Play Games integration for PC analytics

Adjust integrates with Google Play Games on PC to boost metrics efficiency for mobile gaming app developers, using Google's Play Install Referrer API to directly attribute installs to PC campaigns.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 15th Mar 2024
TangoPay partners with Currencycloud for enhanced FX services
Application Programming Interface

TangoPay partners with Currencycloud for enhanced FX services

UK fintech TangoPay partners with Currencycloud, boosting their remittance service for UK expats by offering real-time competitive FX rates and diverse payment options.

By Tom Raynel • 2 min read • Mon, 4th Mar 2024
Temu achieves MASA certification for its mobile app security
Encryption

Temu achieves MASA certification for its mobile app security

Boston-based eCommerce firm, Temu, has achieved Mobile Application Security Assessment certification, validating its commitment to user data security, following stringent tests by independent agency DEKRA.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Wed, 21st Feb 2024
Philips MediaSuite hospitality TV sales surpass 500k units
Digital Signage

Philips MediaSuite hospitality TV sales surpass 500k units

PPDS has marked a significant milestone, with sales of its Philips MediaSuite hospitality TVs - favourites among global hotel chains for in-room entertainment.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Feb 2024
Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Instagram fame bolsters influencer marketing potential
Google

Gypsy Rose Blanchard's Instagram fame bolsters influencer marketing potential

Following her release, convicted murderer Gypsy Rose Blanchard has gained a huge following on Instagram, with an impressive 9.8% engagement rate and an estimated media value of up to $3.5m.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 2nd Feb 2024
ESET identifies dramatic rise in deceptive SpyLoan apps in APAC region
Google

ESET identifies dramatic rise in deceptive SpyLoan apps in APAC region

ESET reports a marked increase in deceptive SpyLoan apps targeting the APAC region, posing a serious cyber threat.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Fri, 8th Dec 2023
BenQ unveils new generation of smart boards for dynamic educational environments
EduTech

BenQ unveils new generation of smart boards for dynamic educational environments

BenQ introduces EDLA-certified smart boards, the BenQ Board Pro RP04 and BenQ Board Master RM04, integrated with Google services to enhance education settings.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Dec 2023
Delinea enhances Secret Server features for streamlined privilege access management
EduTech

Delinea enhances Secret Server features for streamlined privilege access management

Delinea boosts Secret Server's usability with new features, aiming to streamline privileged access management across businesses.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 1st Dec 2023

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NETS unveils Android-based contactless payment solution in SG
Payment Technologies

NETS unveils Android-based contactless payment solution in SG

NETS launches NETS SoftPOS, turning Android devices into contactless payment terminals. Merchants can now accept card, QR, and mobile payments seamlessly.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 15th Aug 2024
Australian firms can now register for RatifyID, a trusted digital identity app
Health Technologies

Australian firms can now register for RatifyID, a trusted digital identity app

Australian companies can now register for RatifyID, a TDIF-certified digital identity verification app.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Dec 2023