Android stories - Page 4
BlackFog unveils AI update to detect dormant cyber attackers
Tue, 6th May 2025
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firewalls
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data protection
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network security
BlackFog updates its AI-powered platform to detect dormant cyber attackers by baseline activity, bolstering defences against advanced persistent and insider threats.
Moloco named among top five global mobile ad platforms for 2025
Fri, 2nd May 2025
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martech
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partner programmes
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ai
Moloco ranks among the world's top five mobile advertising platforms in the 2025 Singular ROI Index, joining Meta, Google, Apple Ads, and TikTok.
Zero-day hackers shift focus to enterprise tech in Google's report
Thu, 1st May 2025
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firewalls
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network security
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breach prevention
Google's GTIG reports 75 zero-day exploits in 2024, highlighting a rising threat to enterprise tech despite a slight overall decrease from 2023.
World Password Day highlights security trends, future shifts
Tue, 29th Apr 2025
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mfa
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phishing
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email security
World Password Day highlights the importance of strong, unique passwords and emerging passwordless technologies for enhanced security against cyber threats.
Appdome launches plugins to combat DeepSeek AI threats
Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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malware
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data protection
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advanced persistent threat protection
Appdome has launched dynamic defence plugins to combat threats from the popular DeepSeek AI app, which poses serious security risks to mobile users.
Adobe launches Photoshop app for iPhone, Android soon
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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martech
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adobe
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graphics
Adobe has launched its Photoshop app for iPhone, enhancing mobile editing with AI tools; an Android version is set to follow later this year.
New cyber threats target MacOS with FrigidStealer malware
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
Proofpoint has identified two new cybercriminal groups, TA2726 and TA2727, engaging in web inject campaigns and distributing new malware targeting MacOS users.
BlackFog launches first anti-data exfiltration for macOS
Wed, 19th Feb 2025
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data protection
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ransomware
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advanced persistent threat protection
BlackFog has launched its groundbreaking anti-data exfiltration solution for macOS, aiming to protect against the rising tides of ransomware and AI-driven cyber threats.
New SparkCat Trojan targets AppStore & Google Play users
Wed, 12th Feb 2025
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malware
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advanced persistent threat protection
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supply chain
Kaspersky has uncovered a new Trojan, SparkCat, that stealthily steals sensitive data from app users by scanning image galleries on AppStore and Google Play.
Mandiant partners with Android team to tackle concealed malware
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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data protection
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encryption
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advanced persistent threat protection
Mandiant and the Android Security Team have partnered to enhance tools that detect concealed malware in Android applications, bolstering user safety.
Android users targeted by fake wedding invitation malware
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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malware
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endpoint protection
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edr
Cybersecurity experts from Kaspersky have uncovered a nefarious scheme targeting Android users, with a malware disguised as wedding invitations stealing sensitive data.
VR mobile games on Android see 60% growth, 13 million new users
Thu, 30th Jan 2025
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
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.
Truecaller iPhone app update introduces new caller ID tech
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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data privacy
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mobile apps
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android
Truecaller has unveiled a major update for its iPhone app, introducing real-time caller ID and automatic spam blocking, enhancing user privacy and experience.
Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch niche streaming service
Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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uc
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ios
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apple
Brightcove partners with FrightPix to launch a free ad-supported streaming service focused on horror, thriller, and true crime content in the US.
HID partners with Smart Spaces & Cohesion for Android access control
Tue, 14th May 2024
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firewalls
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network security
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physical security
HID partners with Smart Spaces and Cohesion to deliver mobile credentials through Google Wallet, for simplified access to buildings and systems via Android devices.
ExpressVPN pioneers post-quantum protection in VPN industry
Wed, 1st Nov 2023
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vpns
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advanced persistent threat protection
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data privacy
ExpressVPN has launched post-quantum protection in its VPN protocol, defending against future quantum computing threats.
ESET uncovers trojanized Signal and Telegram apps in Google Play
Fri, 1st Sep 2023
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edutech
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advanced persistent threat protection
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r&d
Chinese APT group GREF are responsible for two Android campaigns targeting users of Telegram and Signal, creating fake apps to conduct espionage.
Smartphone shipments to reach lowest volume in a decade
Thu, 31st Aug 2023
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apple
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samsung
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analyst report
Global smartphone shipments are predicted to drop 4.7% in 2023 to 1.15 billion units, the lowest volume in a decade, says IDC.
iPhones to capture 40% of smartphone market value despite Android device proliferation
Tue, 8th Jun 2021
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apple
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samsung
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apple iphone
Apple iPhones to capture nearly 40% of smartphone market value in 2022, despite Android's global dominance, says Juniper Research.
Check Point research discovers new variant of mobile malware
Thu, 18th Jul 2019
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malware
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cybersecurity
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apple
A new mobile malware variant, Agent Smith, has infected 25 million devices worldwide by exploiting Android vulnerabilities, with 15 million affected in India.