Browsers stories - Page 2
Google unveils new protections for Enhanced Safe Browsing in Chrome
Mon, 7th Jun 2021
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cybersecurity
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google
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chrome
Google introduces new protections for Enhanced Safe Browsing in Chrome, reducing phishing risks by 35% for users.
Avast Secure Browser comes to Android
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
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browsers
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.
McAfee announces new acquisition as it moves toward browser isolation
Tue, 25th Feb 2020
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saas
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dlp
The acquisition of Light Point Securitywill supplement McAfee’s existing inbound and outbound protection for all web and cloud traffic, according to McAffee.
ESET discovers campaign stealing bitcoins from darknet users
Tue, 22nd Oct 2019
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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bitcoin
ESET researchers have discovered a trojanised Tor Browser that cybercriminals use to steal bitcoins from darknet market buyers.
New study details how easy it is for hackers to steal your data
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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malware
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cybersecurity
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hackers
It’s no secret that web browsers store a substantial amount of sensitive information about their users - hackers are taking advantage of this.
Menlo Security closes $40m funding round to expand malware isolation tech
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
Menlo Security has successfully closed a Series C funding round to the tune of US$40 million this week, bringing its total funding to $85 million.
Menlo Security selects Edvance as Hong Kong & Macau distributor
Wed, 26th Jul 2017
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cybersecurity
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browsers
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menlo security
Menlo Security has signed a distribution agreement with Hong Kong-based Edvance to distribute its browser isolation platform across both Hong.
ESET uncovers stealthy Stantinko malware's click fraud prowess
Tue, 25th Jul 2017
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malware
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cybersecurity
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browsers
ESET has spotted a malware strain that tricks users into downloading pirated software from dummy torrent sites.
Ingram Micro signs on as distie for Menlo Security's browser isolation platform
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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endpoint protection
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edr
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browsers
Ingram Micro has scored distribution rights for Menlo Security's browser isolation platform across Singapore and Thailand.
Bye bye, NPAPI: Mozilla issues critical update to Firefox, disables plugins
Fri, 10th Mar 2017
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microsoft
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mozilla
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browsers
Firefox has disabled all NPAPI plugin capability except Flash. Common plugins such as Adobe Acrobat, Java and Microsoft Silverlight no longer load.
Polycom predicts the future of the NZ workplace in 2015
Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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uc
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hybrid & remote work
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healthtech
Polycom reveals key tech trends for NZ's 2015 workplace, predicting a shift to more collaborative, efficient environments driven by advanced mobile tech.
Kiwi encrypted cloud-based proofing tool a world first
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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cybersecurity
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browsers
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pro tools
PageProof is a fully encrypted browser based tool for creators of any kind to receive feedback and collaborate on documents.
How to bork your hard drive with HTML5
Fri, 1st Mar 2013
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martech
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software development
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browsers
Discover how an HTML5 glitch, made public by Michael McKinnon of AVG, could fill your hard disk, revealed at http://www.filldisk.com/.
Oracle repairs Java software bug
Fri, 31st Aug 2012
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oracle
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browsers
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dark web
Oracle has fixed a major Java bug that left PC users vulnerable to hacker attacks, urging immediate software updates after a security scare.
Mozilla’s bid to make the best iPad browser
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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yahoo
Mozilla unveils 'Junior', an iPad browser aiming to outshine Safari with full-screen browsing and thumb-friendly navigation.
Play dress-up in your browser with Opera 12
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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browsers
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opera
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dark web
Latest release from ‘browser junkies’ intro’s ability to customise themes; so is the update all style and no substance?.
Sydney e-retailer implements 'Internet Explorer 7 tax'
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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internet explorer
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browsers
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kogan.com
Sydney's Kogan charges 6.8% 'IE7 tax' on purchases to nudge users away from outdated browser, promoting web efficiency and upgrades.
Play Wolfenstein 3D in your browser
Thu, 10th May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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bethesda
Marking Wolfenstein 3D's 20th anniversary, Bethesda launches a free browser game, with John Carmack offering a playthrough commentary.
New ‘Give Way’ rule: test yourself online
Mon, 12th Mar 2012
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browsers
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dark web
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intersec
New Zealand's 'Give Way' rules update on March 25 may cause road confusion. eDrive launches an online module to help drivers adjust safely.
Opera: 'because Justin Bieber doesn't use it'
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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twitter
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browsers
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opera
Opera 11.60 debuts, promising a sleek alternative to boring default browsers, with a cheeky nod to Justin Bieber.