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Cybersecurity insurance market set to be worth $32.19 billion by 2030 as businesses respond to growing cyber threats

The global cybersecurity insurance market is expected to grow to $32.19 billion by 2030, up from $16.54 billion in 2025, according to a MarketsandMarkets report.

This growth, driven by a 14.2 percent Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR), reflects rising cyberrisks and increasing regulatory pressure forcing businesses to invest in digital risk protection.

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This new Windows 11 clone is actually Linux and runs faster on your old PC -- get it now

LinuxFX Windows 11 clone

The latest long-term support release of Linuxfx, version 11.25.07 “NOBLE,” is now available.

Based on Ubuntu 24.04.2 and styled to look like Windows 11, the update offers a familiar yet open-source experience that skips many of the frustrations commonly associated with Microsoft’s OS.

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AI is fueling an explosive rise in fraud and digital identity crime

AI-powered fraud is evolving faster than most organizations can detect it. That’s the message from Proof, the identity authorization company, in its new report, The Trust Ledger: Transaction & Identity Fraud Bulletin.

The research reveals how synthetic identities, stolen credentials, and generative AI are fueling a surge in digital impersonation and fraud across industries.

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You can turn your car into an Atari gaming arcade and play Asteroids and Breakout

Atari gaming in the car

Old video games never really die; they just find new screens to live on. Classic titles like Asteroids and Breakout have been part of the gaming culture for decades and now, they're being reintroduced inside a place few expected -- the car.

AirConsole, an in-car gaming platform, has partnered with Atari to bring Asteroids and Breakout to supported Volkswagen models starting today.

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CrapFixer update fixes Windows 11 and turns it into the operating system you deserve -- download it now!

CrapFixer fixes Windows 11

There are a number of great tools that you can use to improve Windows 10 and 11, but our new favorite is CrapFixer. The free program can remove bloat, ads, AI, unwelcome data collection, and more from the operating system.

Although it was originally created seven years ago it has been completely rewritten for Windows 11 and a new update makes it even better, with its own small, modern Policy Editor.

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IObit Software Updater 8 makes app updates faster and safer -- download it now

IObit Software Updater 8, fast, secure updates

IObit has launched Software Updater 8 to manage software updates and installations in a single place. The latest version of the popular tool aims to reduce security risks and save time by offering faster updates, a larger database of programs, and -- because it’s 2025 -- access to a wide range of AI-powered tools.

Keeping software updated can be a hassle, and skipping updates can leave systems exposed to security threats. IObit Software Updater 8 addresses this by scanning for outdated applications and applying the latest official versions with just one click.

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Ditch Windows 11: SparkyLinux 7.8 is the lightweight alternative to Microsoft's OS you've been looking for

Sparky Linux 7.8

SparkyLinux 7.8 is now available to download, bringing a welcome selection of updates to the “Orion Belt” stable release series. Based on Debian 12 “Bookworm,” this latest point release offers a modern Linux experience that’s a strong alternative for users looking to move away from Windows 11.

With Microsoft's OS continuing to introduce clunky AI features, bloat, slow performance and limited user control, SparkyLinux serves as a lighter, faster, and fully customizable alternative. Version 7.8 delivers updated software, improved desktop environments, and superior system performance.

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KnowBe4 unleashes AI-powered email security to small and medium businesses

Email security

KnowBe4 has launched Prevent, an AI-driven email security solution aimed at helping small and medium-sized businesses tackle one of cybersecurity’s most persistent threats: outbound email risk.

The platform, now expanded from its enterprise version, uses machine learning, behavioral analytics and neural networks to detect and stop data breaches caused by employee error, before they happen.

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82% of HR professionals use AI, but most lack job-specific training

AI in HR

As AI continues to change the workplace, HR teams are adopting the technology quickly, but many are doing so without the support or training needed to use it effectively.

A new survey from General Assembly shows that 82 percent of HR professionals use AI at work, yet only 30 percent have received training tailored to their roles.

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NetSpot 5.0 can identify Wi-Fi dead spots -- download it now and fix your spotty wireless coverage

NetSpot 5 can identify patchy Wi-Fi

Whether you're dealing with patchy Wi-Fi at home or overseeing a complex office setup, NetSpot 5.0 gives you the tools you need to analyze and improve your wireless coverage.

Now available for Windows and macOS, the latest version brings new features to one of the most approachable Wi-Fi mapping apps for both personal and professional use.

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OWC launches Quad and redesigned Dual USB-C HDMI 4K adapters to simplify multi-display setups

OWC Quad USB-C HDMI 4K adapter

Other World Computing (OWC) has announced the general availability of two HDMI display adapters designed to make it easier for users to expand their screen real estate without the performance drawbacks of juggling multiple dongles.

The new OWC USB-C Quad HDMI 4K Adapter and a redesigned OWC USB-C Dual HDMI 4K Adapter are now available, priced at $149.99 and $69.99 respectively.

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Samsung to bring Galaxy AI to 400 million devices globally by end of the year

Samsung Galaxy AI

Samsung has announced plans to expand Galaxy AI to over 400 million devices worldwide by the end of 2025.

The company says this move builds on a major 2024 milestone when it brought Galaxy AI to more than 200 million devices, starting with the Galaxy S24 series.

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Amazon Prime Day 2025 delivers record sales, but questions remain over hype and value

Amazon Prime Day

Amazon says Prime Day 2025 was its biggest yet, with customers saving billions and buying more than in any previous event. The four-day format helped drive what the company calls "record savings" across electronics, groceries, and household items.

In a press release, Amazon stated, "Prime Day 2025 was its biggest Prime Day event ever and that customers saved billions on deals across more than 35 product categories, more savings than any previous Prime Day event."

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UK government issues Windows 11 upgrade warning ahead of Windows 10 end of life

Windows 11 upgrade

The UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is advising organizations to prepare now for the Windows 11 upgrade ahead of Windows 10 reaching end of support on 14 October 2025, if they haven’t already done so.

The advice highlights the importance of meeting new hardware requirements and securing devices ahead of the deadline.

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Windows 11 Build 27898 introduces taskbar icon scaling and system recovery improvements

Windows 11

Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27898 to the Canary Channel.

This update introduces features aimed at improving usability and recovery, including taskbar icon scaling, quick machine recovery, and enhancements to accessibility tools like voice access and Narrator.

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