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Microsoft patches Windows zero-day & risky Office flaws

Wed, 10th Dec 2025
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Microsoft fixes a Windows zero-day used in attacks and Office flaws that can execute code when emails are merely received or previewed.
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Apple launches new app for creating custom invitations

Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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Apple has launched Apple Invites, a new app for iPhone that allows users to create custom event invitations and manage RSVPs seamlessly.
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Apple iPhone 16 launch triggers wave of scams – Kaspersky

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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Apple's iPhone 16 launch has cybercriminals posing as early pre-order sites. Kaspersky warns of scams leading to financial losses and stolen personal data.
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Abnormal sees 350% uptick in phishing via file-sharing sites

Tue, 20th Aug 2024
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Abnormal Security's latest report reveals a staggering 350% surge in file-sharing phishing attacks exploiting trusted domains.
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New phishing method leveraging iCloud, PayPal, Google Docs

Tue, 28th Mar 2023
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Phishing attacks are evolving as hackers use legitimate services like PayPal and Google Docs to infiltrate inboxes, warns Avanan.
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Is the internet getting safer?

Fri, 18th May 2018
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Connecting our human selves to our digital identities is hard. How does your bank know it's really you behind the browser opening a new account?.
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Rumors of a second Apple data center in China get louder

Wed, 7th Feb 2018
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Rumours intensify about Apple establishing its second data centre in Ulanqab, China, to operate by 2020, using 100% renewable energy.
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Celeb nude photos prove passwords are passé...

Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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The 4Chan celeb photo hack underscores the vulnerability of passwords, prompting calls for advanced security solutions, says expert.
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“Outraged” Apple passes celebrity hacking book… defends iCloud security

Fri, 5th Sep 2014
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Apple has shunned responsibility for the recent celebrity iCloud hackings, claiming its operating systems were not at fault for breach.
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iTunes 11 release imminent?

Thu, 22nd Nov 2012
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Apple set to unveil iTunes 11 within days, boasting a sleek interface and iCloud integration, following a delay from its initial October launch.
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Love music, love iTunes says Apple

Mon, 17th Sep 2012
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As the world comes to grips with the newly released iPhone 5, Apple offers insight to the re-designed free download iTunes.
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Apple releases OS X Mountain Lion

Thu, 26th Jul 2012
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Branded as making the Mac, iPad and iPhone work even better together, Apple's new upgrade is available to download.
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Apple to offer icloud.com email addresses

Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Apple to launch @icloud.com email addresses with iOS 6, replacing @me.com for iCloud users and signalling expanded service offerings.
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News: MobileMe shuts down, Chrome crashing MacBook Air, the original OS X tablet, and more!

Sun, 1st Jul 2012
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MobileMe service ends as Apple transitions users to iCloud, Google's Chrome causing MacBook Air crashes, and Modbook revives the OS X tablet.
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OS X Mountain Lion coming in July

Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple announces OS X Mountain Lion for July, with new features such as Messages app and Power Nap, enhancing integration with iCloud.
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No iOS 6 for original iPad: rumour

Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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Latest mobile operating system expected to debut in beta tonight, but evidence suggests early device may not be supported.
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Apple touts employment numbers

Mon, 5th Mar 2012
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Apple highlights its role in US job creation to tackle criticisms of its overseas labour practices, claiming it indirectly supports over 500,000 jobs.
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Tim Cook talks cash, China, and iCloud

Wed, 15th Feb 2012
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At the Goldman Sachs conference, Tim Cook addresses Apple's US$100 billion cash, labour issues in Asia, and the growth of iCloud users.
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Critics slam Acer's cloud copy

Tue, 10th Jan 2012
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Acer faces backlash for its AcerCloud service, slammed as an iCloud clone at CES, igniting a debate on originality in cloud tech.
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Details sparse for RIM's new platform

Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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RIM unveils its new BBX platform, merging the best of BlackBerry and QNX, but leaves out key release details amidst fierce market competition.