We normally think of fingerprint scanners used for authentication as an advancement in mobile security. Think again.
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Malicious apps downloaded at least 2 billion times from major app stores
Trusted app stores such as Google Play Store and Apple App Store normally house apps that are supposed to be safe and harmless to users. But a recent report from security firm Proofpoint claims otherwise.
Who will win between Apple and Google in the virtual reality race?
The rivalry between Apple and Google’s parent company Alphabet will soon extend beyond the mobile race as both companies seek to expand into the virtual reality market, a booming sector that already saw many augmented and virtual reality headset makers sold to larger tech firms such as Google and Apple themselves.
Facebook will finally put ads on Messenger. Should you migrate to other chat apps?
Facebook is reportedly working on its long plan to monetize the company’s Messenger app through the introduction of ads to the popular instant messaging service.
New Trojan strain targets Android users via malicious SMS
Security researchers have spotted a new strain of Trojan malware that targets users of the Android operating system by luring them into clicking on a malicious link that spreads via text messages and MMS.
Google eases war against ad-blocking apps
Google seems to have suddenly become lenient on mobile apps available on its Play Store service that blocks ads after the search giant pulled such apps from its app store. The company recently removed Adblock Fast and Crystal from the online app store, but now it has restored those apps to Play Store.
