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Avast stories - Page 3
NortonLifeLock and Avast to merge
Wed, 11th Aug 2021
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The companies' boards believe the merger has 'compelling strategic and financial rationale', and creates an opportunity to create a new cyber-safety business.
Chance of PC users encountering cyber threats increase
Wed, 4th Aug 2021
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Rise in cyberthreat risk for home users worldwide, with New Zealand slightly higher than Australia, UK, US, and Germany.
Avast and RiskIQ announce threat intelligence partnership
Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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Digital security and privacy company Avast, and RiskIQ, an internet security intelligence company, have announced a threat intelligence partnership.
Avast finds cybercriminals are targeting gamers with cryptomining malware
Wed, 30th Jun 2021
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Cybercriminals are using cracked games to target gamers with cryptomining malware, earning over $2 million in cryptocurrency.
Adware, fake apps and banking trojans targeting Android devices
Fri, 18th Jun 2021
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Adware poses the biggest threat to Android devices, accounting for 45% of mobile threats in 2021, says research from Avast.
Avast launches new Business Hub platform for partners and businesses
Fri, 21st May 2021
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Avast has announced the official launch of its security platform Avast Business Hub for partners and businesses.
Avast identifies new cryptocurrency malware Hackboss
Wed, 28th Apr 2021
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crypto
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blockchain
Researchers from Avast, the global digital security and privacy company, say they have identified new cryptocurrency-stealing malware.
Avast and Borsetta join Intel to power AI research
Tue, 8th Dec 2020
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The new collaboration's purpose is to advance and develop technologies that strengthen privacy and trust for decentralised AI.
Avast Secure Browser comes to Android
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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Avast Secure Browser has been a mainstay for the security platform in Windows and Mac, and this is the first time it has come to mobile.
Remote workers need to improve security measures amidst COVID-19
Wed, 1st Apr 2020
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Remote workers must prioritise digital security during COVID-19, as companies like Avast offer essential tips to protect from cyber threats.
72% of all mobile malware is adware - report
Wed, 18th Mar 2020
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The report also reveals that adware is a rising problem, with its share among all Android malware types having increased by 38% in the past year alone.
IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.
Low-cost Android devices shipping pre-installed Colisoon adware
Tue, 29th May 2018
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Low-cost Android devices from manufacturers such as ZTE and Archos are being pre-installed with adware, researchers at Avast say.
Avast joins watchdog ranks as No More Ransom partner
Wed, 10th May 2017
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Avast is one of the latest security providers to join the No More Ransom campaign, alongside law enforcement agencies and the private security sector.
AVG publishes 2Q16 results ahead of merger with Avast
Mon, 15th Aug 2016
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AVG has announced its second quarter 2016 financial results, bringing in $105 million ahead of its merger with Avast in the coming months.
Mobile malware on the rise, Qualcomm and Avast step in
Mon, 22nd Feb 2016
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malware
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endpoint protection
Avast chosen by Qualcomm to integrate Snapdragon Smart Protect, a behavioural analysis-based anti-malware technology.