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Senetas lands record-breaking Middle Eastern encryption hardware order

Senetas Corporation lands its largest-ever order worth $2.5 and $3 million in revenue from a Middle East government agency, deploying over 100 high-speed Ethernet encryptors, enhancing its FY2024 profit.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Malware

What is vishing? Tips to spot and avoid voice phishing scams

As vishing scams persist, we explore its mechanisms, common tactics, and how to deter these voice phishing attacks, safeguarding your personal data and finances.

By Mark Gorrie • 7 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Global System for Mobile Communications Association

Consumer eSIM downloads double in 2023, TCA report shows

Consumer adoption of eSIM technology doubles in 2023, led by North American demand, with adoption rates surging in Asia and Western Europe.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Exclusive: Insights from Yubico on World Password Day

Ahead of World Password Day, Yubico's Regional VP, Geoff Schomburgk discusses the firm's global impact on cybersecurity and its move towards pioneering passwordless solutions.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024

Gaming

Hands-on Review: Backbone One USB-C phone controller (2nd Generation)

The 2nd generation Backbone One USB-C transforms Android phones into portable gaming consoles with a new design, improved stability, and low latency.

By Darren Price • 5 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Samsung

Hands-on Review: Samsung's A35 and A55 - Midrange or flagship?

Samsung's A35 and A55 smartphones blur the line between midrange and flagship, combining attractive design, impressive battery life, and robust video capabilities at a more accessible price point.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024

Virtual Private Networks

PIA unveils revamped Android VPN app with Shadowsocks integration

Private Internet Access unveils revamped Android VPN app featuring heightened user privacy, a sleeker design, and swift Kotlin-based coding, offering superior online safeguarding.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024

Software-as-a-Service

SAS Viya Workbench expands data & AI platform's capabilities

SAS broadens its data and AI platform, SAS Viya, introducing SAS Viya Workbench, a versatile on-demand compute environment.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 19th Apr 2024

Digital Signage

Samsung unveils 2024 TV range, with AI-driven picture technology

Samsung unveils its innovative 2024 TV range, spearheaded by the flagship Neo QLED 8K TV, promising consumers enhanced entertainment options.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024

Artificial Intelligence

92% of global PCs ill-equipped for modern AI, warns Absolute Security

Almost 92% of PCs worldwide fail to meet basic requirements for AI applications, revealing serious security and cyber resilience risks, says a report by Absolute Security.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Apr 2024

Wearables

Deloitte & TeamViewer collaborate to digitalise warehouse tasks

Deloitte and TeamViewer plan to set a new industry standard in warehousing with their collaborative vision picking system, using AR technology to drive efficiency and precision against a backdrop of strained global supply chains.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Surveillance

Biometrics market projected to reach USD $173.7bn by 2032, says report

The surge in demand for secure identification boosts the market valuation of biometrics technology, set to rise from USD $50.3bn in 2023 to USD $173.7bn by 2032, according to DataHorizzon Research.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

DevOps

Element joins 5G Automotive Association to accelerate connected mobility

Taking a major stride in connected mobility, Element Materials Technology has joined the global 5G Automotive Association, aiming to expedite the deployment of safe C-V2X technology.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Apr 2024

Wearables

TeamViewer & Deloitte partner to advance vision picking in warehouses

TeamViewer and Deloitte join hands to promote vision picking, a technique using AR, to optimise complex warehouse operations and mitigate global supply chain pressures.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 16th Apr 2024

EduTech

Jamf unveils new toolkit to optimise Apple tech in businesses & schools

Jamf showcased an array of new offerings to assist enterprises in maximising their tech investments, including a compliance dashboard and Compliance Editor tool. The tools aim to enforce compliance regulations on Apple devices and enhance overall security efficiency.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024

Hyperscale

Swann announces AI-driven voice assistant for home security

Swann, in partnership with Amazon Web Services, is set to launch the HomeShield, an AI-driven voice assistant for home security.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 12th Apr 2024

Stories from Other Regions

SmartPhones stories

Data Privacy

Google's Gemini mobile app makes its debut in Singapore

Google's Gemini mobile app, boasting multimodal AI assistant features, has launched in Singapore as part of its global outreach; accessible on both Android and iOS with integrative Extensions included.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024

EduTech

Digital poverty impacts one-fifth of UK's children, reveals Deloitte study

New research from Deloitte and the Digital Poverty Alliance reveals that 20% of UK children are suffering from the effects of digital inequality, exacerbated by ongoing economic uncertainty.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Clean technologies

Noel Leeming launches tech trade-in scheme across New Zealand

Noel Leeming launches a trade-in scheme allowing New Zealand customers to exchange old electronics for gift cards, promoting both sustainability and affordable tech upgrades.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

Internet of Things

Deutsche Telekom & DigiCert partner to enhance digital trust services

DigiCert and Deutsche Telekom have formed a strategic partnership to advance digital certificates and identity management services.