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Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions
Mobile Device Management

Gen Z trust creators over brands for tech decisions

Gen Z now trust online creators over tech brands, reshaping how phones, wearables and smart home devices are discovered and bought.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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
HP predicts surge in AI-driven cyber threats & cookie theft by 2026
Multi-factor authentication

HP predicts surge in AI-driven cyber threats & cookie theft by 2026

HP warns of rising AI-driven cyber threats by 2026, including increased cookie theft and attacks on device and identity security in organisations.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 6th Dec 2025
DataSapien unveils AI platform for secure, cloud-free mobile apps
Data Protection

DataSapien unveils AI platform for secure, cloud-free mobile apps

DataSapien launches AI platform letting mobile apps run AI models device-native, boosting privacy and cutting cloud costs for app publishers.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
Climb expands US cybersecurity offerings with Fortinet deal
Firewalls

Climb expands US cybersecurity offerings with Fortinet deal

Climb has partnered with Fortinet, broadening its US cybersecurity portfolio and offering resellers advanced enterprise security solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Dec 2025
HIROH unveils privacy smartphone with dual kill switches, USD $999
Data Protection

HIROH unveils privacy smartphone with dual kill switches, USD $999

HIROH launches a privacy smartphone with dual kill switches for mic, camera, and connectivity, priced at USD $999, blending security with full phone functionality.

By Melvin Hipolito • 3 min read • Sat, 22nd Nov 2025
10 cybersecurity tips to survive Cyber Monday
Malware

10 cybersecurity tips to survive Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday shoppers face scams and cyber threats; follow 10 expert tips to safely secure your data and enjoy the season's best online deals.

By Nicolas Montauban • 6 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
How mobile cybersecurity empowers hybrid workforces to stay secure
Firewalls

How mobile cybersecurity empowers hybrid workforces to stay secure

Mobile cybersecurity tools like SonicExpress are crucial for securing hybrid workforces, offering real-time control and swift threat response anywhere.

By Georgy Thadathil • 1 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Cyber Monday shoppers urged to safeguard data amid online scams
Malware

Cyber Monday shoppers urged to safeguard data amid online scams

Cyber Monday shoppers are urged to protect their data from scams like fake sites, phishing emails and insecure payments during the online shopping surge.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Fri, 21st Nov 2025
Australians risk scams as poor cyber habits cost AUD $87,000
Mobile Device Management

Australians risk scams as poor cyber habits cost AUD $87,000

Australians lost over AUD $87,000 to scams last year, with risky cyber habits like password reuse and oversharing on social media putting many at threat.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Samsung's Knox Security framework - Smart, secure and scalable
Virtualisation

Samsung's Knox Security framework - Smart, secure and scalable

Samsung's Knox Security framework delivers built-in protection across devices, boosting security and management in education, retail, and government sectors.

By Sean Mitchell • 5 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
Social media overtakes email as UK's top scam channel, study finds
Mobile Device Management

Social media overtakes email as UK's top scam channel, study finds

New research reveals social media now leads as the top scam channel in the UK, overtaking email with 34% of incidents reported amid rising AI concerns.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Fri, 14th Nov 2025
SOTI upgrades platform to boost retail device security & speed
Data Protection

SOTI upgrades platform to boost retail device security & speed

SOTI upgrades its ONE Platform to enhance device security, speed, and operational visibility, helping retailers boost efficiency and meet rising consumer expectations.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Nov 2025

Stories from Other Regions

Device security stories

Exclusive: SailPoint outlines new era of adaptive identity at Sydney event
Firewalls

Exclusive: SailPoint outlines new era of adaptive identity at Sydney event

SailPoint launches eight adaptive identity tools, enhancing real-time security by managing diverse identities and advanced risk with AI-driven governance.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Mon, 1st Dec 2025
Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Advanced security suite
Disaster Recovery

Hands-on Review: Norton 360 Advanced security suite

Norton 360 Advanced secures up to ten devices with AI-driven scam protection, offering antivirus, VPN, identity monitoring and deepfake alerts across platforms.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Nov 2025
Managed Security Services help businesses tackle rising cyber risks
Firewalls

Managed Security Services help businesses tackle rising cyber risks

Businesses increasingly adopt Managed Security Services like Borderless CS to tackle rising cyber threats and ease compliance pressures with expert 24/7 monitoring.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 24th Nov 2025
StarHub unveils 5G Unlimited+ with unlimited data, no contract
Mobile Device Management

StarHub unveils 5G Unlimited+ with unlimited data, no contract

StarHub launches 5G Unlimited+ plans in Singapore offering unlimited local data, global roaming, scam protection and device credits with no contracts.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 20th Nov 2025
Kiwis warned as holiday surge in SMS scams targets bank details
Endpoint Protection

Kiwis warned as holiday surge in SMS scams targets bank details

Kiwis face a surge in SMS scams this holiday season, with fraudsters targeting bank details through fake delivery alerts and urgent messages.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Mon, 17th Nov 2025