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New research from the eSentire Threat Response Unit (TRU) shows a shift towards browser-based threats last year as more traditional email malware declines.

Moving onto 2025 the report predicts an increase in politically motivated cyberattacks, with adversaries disrupting the physical infrastructure of the Internet to disrupt internet access. It also expects we’ll see continued growth in ransomware attacks against all industries, abuse of certificate authority, and further increase in browser-based threats to deploy malware.

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Parents and caregivers will soon have another way to introduce their children to engaging educational content as Ms. Rachel’s videos debut on Netflix later this month. Starting January 27, the streaming platform will offer four curated episodes featuring Rachel Accurso’s unique approach to teaching young children essential skills like talking, reading, and emotional expression.

Ms. Rachel, a beloved educator known for her popular YouTube channel, has garnered more than a billion views by combining music, play, and research-backed methods to create fun and interactive learning experiences. Her videos focus on helping children develop early language skills and build confidence while encouraging bonding with their families. With her relatable and cheerful approach, she has often been compared to iconic figures like Mister Rogers.

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Despite the excitement around AI as a transformative force, many enterprises are struggling to adopt the technology in meaningful ways, according to a new survey from Unily.

This has resulted in a growing gap between AI 'haves' and 'have nots,' where enterprises adopting AI tools for their people are making quicker gains than those without. At the same time employees who are open to using AI tools increasingly want more exposure to them and may even choose employers who are early AI adopters over those who are slower to adapt.

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The majority of CISOs are taking on responsibilities beyond cybersecurity, including business risk, IT oversight, and digital transformation. Three percent of CISOs attribute their raise to taking on larger scope, while others see it reflected in merit increases.

New research from IANS Research and Artico Search surveyed over more than 830 CISOs and other security leaders to understand the key trends and challenges reshaping CISO role.

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WaterField Designs has introduced the Shield Case for Mac mini, a compact, protective carrying case designed to transport Apple’s diminutive desktop computer. The Shield Case is intended to safeguard not only the Mac mini, but also its accessories while on the go.

The case offers multi-layer padding, including closed-cell foam and fleece lining, to absorb shock and prevent scratches. It also includes water-resistant YKK zippers and dedicated compartments for accessories, such as power cords and SD cards. There’s even a hidden pocket for an AirTag, providing an additional layer of convenience.

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Auslogics has unveiled its first major release of BoostSpeed for over two years with the release of Auslogics BoostSpeed 14.0. The Windows optimization suite -- available as a free cut-down version alongside a fully featured Pro version, which you can have for just $19.95 -- gains eye-catching new features, optimizations and a major revamp of its user interface.

Existing users will notice the difference immediately on launching the new program. BoostSpeed 14.0 ditches the multi-Dashboard approach by consolidating Basic and Advanced dashboards into a single interface.

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Smaller businesses are just as vulnerable to cybersecurity issues as larger ones, more so in some cases as they have fewer resources to devote to protection.

New research from UK cloud services firm Six Degrees looks at the concerns of UK SMEs. It finds 35 percent cite AI-related threats as their top concern, outranking malware (25 percent), scams and other fraud (25 percent), phishing (25 percent), and ransomware (23 percent).

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Transcend has introduced the ETD210T, a 2.5-inch SSD aimed at businesses needing reliable, read-intensive storage solutions. Featuring enterprise-grade TLC (eTLC) NAND flash and a SATA III 6Gb/s interface, this drive is engineered for efficient data transfer and long-term durability. A built-in DRAM cache ensures faster access to data, making it suitable for use in cloud and data center environments.

The ETD210T is designed to handle demanding workloads, offering read speeds up to 530MB/s and write speeds up to 510MB/s. Its endurance rating of DWPD = 1 makes it a viable option for most enterprise use cases. Latency as low as 0.5 milliseconds ensures smooth performance for critical tasks, with a Quality of Service (QoS) level of 99.9 percent. These specifications aim to meet the expectations of modern businesses.

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Tired of the constant updates, bloat, and resource demands of Windows 11? Aren't we all? MX Linux could be the perfect solution to your woes, and thanks to its lightweight nature -- especially compared to Windows -- it could make your PC run even faster!

The latest version of this lightweight Linux distribution has just been released, offering a Windows alternative that’s fast, user-friendly, and entirely free. Built on the rock-solid Debian 12.9 “Bookworm” base, MX Linux 23.5 combines performance, flexibility, and simplicity -- qualities that Microsoft's operating systems always seems to struggle with.

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You can’t have failed to notice that certain searches on Google now display AI-generated summaries, known as "AI Overviews," at the top of search results.

If you ask Google a question, such as “What is Bigfoot?” you will see an instant answer explaining that it is a “legendary, hairy, ape-like creature said to live in the forests of North America, especially in the Pacific Northwest.” That overview will also provide additional information about its size, appearance, location, and other names.

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X and Bluesky rival Mastodon has announced plans to transition into a non-profit organization. The decentralized social network is looking to further differentiate it from the competition, and the latest move “affirm[s] the intent that Mastodon should not be owned or controlled by a single individual”.

Precise details of how the change will work are yet to be finalized, but there will be a new, dedicated European not-for-profit entity.

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Apple finds itself starting a new legal battle today, this time in the UK. A class action lawsuit alleges that the iPhone maker has abused its position to overcharge App Store customers.

A second prong of the lawsuit alleges that the 30 percent commission fee Apple charges app developers runs counter to both UK and European competition laws. The UK’s Competition Appeal Tribunal will be looking into the claims and passing judgement.

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Artificial intelligence will be unleashed across the UK to deliver a decade of national renewal under a new plan announced by the government.

The Prime Minister has agreed to take forward all 50 recommendations set out in the AI Opportunities Action Plan released last year, in a plan to make the UK ‘irresistible’ to AI firms looking to start, scale, or grow their business.

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GraphQL -- in case you haven't heard of it -- is a rapidly rising query and manipulation language for APIs. It's designed to make APIs fast, flexible and developer-friendly, and it moves the complexity of data fetching from the client to the server side.

We spoke to Pete Crocker, director of solutions engineering at OpsMill, to learn why it's increasingly being employed as an alternative to the more established REST API.

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With Windows 10 losing support this year, it’s time to consider alternatives. Debian 12 “Bookworm,” one of the most stable and secure Linux-based operating systems, stands out as a free and powerful replacement. Whether you’re looking to keep your system secure or breathe life into aging hardware, Debian offers a compelling solution.

Debian 12 recently rolled out its ninth update, bringing critical security fixes and bug patches. Unlike a complete version overhaul, this update ensures that existing systems stay secure and functional. Current users can upgrade seamlessly by pointing their package manager to an updated Debian mirror. For new users, fresh installation images are readily available.

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