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Ransomware attacks surge in 2021, Triple Extortion threat comes to light
Fri, 14th May 2021
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malware
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ddos
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ransomware
Ransomware attacks have seen 102% increase this year compared to the beginning of 2020, and there are no signs of it slowing down.
Game review: MotoGP 21 (PC)
Fri, 14th May 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Veteran motorcycling game developer, Milestone, presents this year’s iteration of its official MotoGP game, MotoGP 21.
Core telecommunications services to keep being regulated to protect consumers
Thu, 13th May 2021
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uc
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wireless networks
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cloud services
The consumer watchdog will continue to regulate three core telecommunications services in order to protect consumers.
Hacking attacks up 300% - report
Thu, 13th May 2021
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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hacking
Hackers are taking advantage of global destabilisation by targeting essential industries and common vulnerabilities from the shift to remote working.
Hands-on review: Oppo A74 5G - a reliable and affordable 5G phone
Thu, 13th May 2021
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
5G is typically an offering found on higher-end smartphones. Oppo bucked the trend and included 5G on one of their budget phones.
Mistrust amongst online shoppers over data privacy fears
Thu, 13th May 2021
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data privacy
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online shopping
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online security
Almost a quarter of UK online shoppers use guest accounts due to data privacy fears, according to a report by Empathy.co.
New Bluetooth headsets announced by Poly
Wed, 12th May 2021
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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microsoft
Poly introduces new Voyager Focus 2 headsets with next-gen Acoustic Fence tech and Digital Hybrid ANC. Designed to reduce distractions while working.
Commerce Commission maintains regulation of telco services to protect consumers
Wed, 12th May 2021
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uc
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wireless networks
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cloud services
UK regulators uphold regulation on three wholesale telecoms services to maintain competition and protect consumers.
Security at risk as PC users continue to use end-of-life Windows 7
Tue, 11th May 2021
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cybersecurity
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microsoft
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kaspersky
Almost a quarter of PC users are still using the outdated Windows 7 operating system, leaving them vulnerable to cyberattacks, according to Kaspersky.
AWS launches clean energy accelerator for start ups
Tue, 11th May 2021
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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cleantech
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has launched the AWS Clean Energy Accelerator to support startups addressing global energy challenges.
Hands-on review: OCULUS Quest 2
Tue, 11th May 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Oculus Quest 2 is my first and long overdue foray into the world of virtual reality, and I've been having fun.
Hands-on review: Oppo Find X3 Lite 5G - midrange done right
Mon, 10th May 2021
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Oppo Find X3 Lite review: A mid-range phone that delivers high-end features, including impressive cameras and superfast charging.
Bang & Olufsen's latest connected speaker screams 'premium' design
Fri, 7th May 2021
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digital entertainment
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speakers
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digital music
Danish audio brand Bang & Olufsen introduces its most advanced connected speaker to date, the Beolab 28, with a hefty price tag of AU$18,300.
Massive WHO scam busted - 'DarkPath Scammers' group suspected
Thu, 6th May 2021
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phishing
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martech
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email security
The scam campaign comprised a network of 134 websites that attempted to lure people in by asking them to take a survey for a monetary reward.
Game review: Returnal (PS5)
Wed, 5th May 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The fact that Returnal is rogue-like might sound awesome to some, but some other casual gamers might be intimidated.
Hands-on review: Intel 11th-Gen Core i9-11900K and Core i5-11600K
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Intel's 11th Gen Core S-series desktop processors, Rocket Lake-S, have been put to the test. Find out if they're worth the upgrade.
Hands-on review: Fitbit Ace 3 - Fitbit’s newest fitness tracker for kids
Fri, 30th Apr 2021
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Fitbit Ace 3 is a great, sleek way to motivate children to exercise and to be healthy. It's well worth the investment.
Major shift in smartphone market - Huawei drops out, Samsung regains top spot
Thu, 29th Apr 2021
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Huawei drops out of top 5 smartphone vendors for the first time as Chinese brands like Xiaomi and OPPO surge, says IDC.
Hackers hit Apple with ransomware, MacBook design files exposed
Wed, 28th Apr 2021
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
Hackers are attempting to extort Apple and are openly trying to extort the tech giant in exchange for not leaking stolen files, according to reports.
Dynabook expands education laptop range with 11.6' Dynabook E-10S
Wed, 28th Apr 2021
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edutech
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personal computing devices
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notebook
Dynabook introduces the new Dynabook E10-S laptop, designed for the education market, weighing just 1.15kg and featuring a 11.6 HD display.