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NortonVPN unveils major update with fresh features & locations

NortonVPN updates its service with 37 new countries, Smart TV apps, and advanced privacy features like Double VPN and IP Rotation for enhanced security.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Aug 2025

Endpoint Protection

Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users

Avast adds free AI-driven Scam Guardian to its antivirus for New Zealand users, boosting protection against rising, sophisticated online scams globally.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jun 2025

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Cloud Security

CrackArmour flaws in AppArmour risk Linux root access

CrackArmour flaws in AppArmour could let local Linux users gain root, bypass namespaces and weaken container isolation at scale.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 13th Mar 2026

Displays

Apple unveils M5 Macs & Studio Displays with AI focus

Apple launches M5-powered MacBook Air and Pro plus new Studio Displays, pushing on-device AI, faster storage and Thunderbolt 5 connectivity.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Wed, 4th Mar 2026

Software-as-a-Service

Anthropic boosts Claude Cowork with new plugins, admin tools

Anthropic upgrades Claude Cowork with private plugin marketplaces, richer admin controls and Office-linked workflows for enterprise teams.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 27th Feb 2026

Unified Communications

Shadow AI assistant Clawdbot raises workplace risks

Shadow AI tool Clawdbot quietly spreads across workplaces, alarming security teams as staff grant it broad access on unmanaged devices.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Thu, 29th Jan 2026

Digital Entertainment

AlphaTheta unveils DJM-V5 mixer with wireless monitoring

AlphaTheta launches DJM-V5, a compact three-channel mixer with SonicLink wireless monitoring, four-band EQ and pro-club processing.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Fri, 23rd Jan 2026

Marketing Technologies

Apple bundles pro creative apps in new AI Studio deal

Apple has unveiled Creator Studio, a subscription bundling pro creative apps with new AI tools and premium content across its platforms.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026

High Performance Computing

OWC unveils 8TB Envoy Ultra Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD

OWC launches 8TB Envoy Ultra, a rugged bus-powered Thunderbolt 5 portable SSD claiming over 6,000MB/s speeds and IP67 protection.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jan 2026

CES

OWC unveils certified 2-metre Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable

OWC unveils a certified 2m Thunderbolt 5 USB-C cable, promising full-spec bandwidth, power and display support for Mac, PC and USB4 gear.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Jan 2026

Data Protection

OWC Guardian SSD offers touchscreen security & fast transfers

OWC Guardian SSD offers fast USB-C transfer speeds and touchscreen hardware encryption, ensuring secure, convenient data protection for professionals on the move.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Aug 2025

Ransomware

Bitdefender boosts creator security as scams top USD $1 trillion

Bitdefender expands its Security for Creators to cover Facebook, Instagram and YouTube amid USD $1 trillion losses from rising online scams targeting digital creators.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Thu, 24th Jul 2025

DevOps

AWS brings vibe coding to the Enterprise with spec-driven Kiro IDE tool

AWS unveils Kiro, an AI-powered IDE that transforms prototypes into production-ready code with spec-driven development and automated workflows.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Jul 2025

Malware

Jamf report finds phishing & infostealers surge on Apple devices

Jamf's Security 360 Report reveals a sharp rise in phishing and infostealers targeting Apple devices, urging organisations to strengthen cybersecurity measures.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 18th Jun 2025

Data Privacy

iPadOS 26 brings new windowing, Apple Intelligence, creative tools

Apple unveils iPadOS 26, featuring a new windowing system, enhanced Apple Intelligence, revamped design, and improved tools for creative and productivity workflows.

By Melania Watson • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Gaming

Apple unveils macOS Tahoe 26 with new design & AI features

Apple launches macOS Tahoe 26, featuring a sleek new design, enhanced Continuity, smarter Spotlight, and expanded AI tools for a seamless Mac experience.

By Melvin Hipolito • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025

Wearables

Apple expands Apple Intelligence with developer access & new AI

Apple expands Apple Intelligence with new AI features and developer access to on-device models, enhancing privacy and offline capabilities across its devices.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 10th Jun 2025