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Bitdefender boosts creator security as scams top USD $1 trillion

Thu, 24th Jul 2025
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Bitdefender expands its Security for Creators to cover Facebook, Instagram and YouTube amid USD $1 trillion losses from rising online scams targeting digital creators.
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CEO resigns from Astronomer after Coldplay concert video goes viral

Mon, 21st Jul 2025
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Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after a viral Coldplay concert video sparks an internal probe and public scrutiny over private conduct.
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US stops USD $15 billion in healthcare fraud amid AI scam surge

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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US authorities have halted USD $15 billion in healthcare fraud amid rising AI-driven scams using deepfakes, gift card fraud, and sophisticated phishing tactics.
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Brands boost social commerce spend despite western slow uptake

Fri, 11th Jul 2025
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Despite slower uptake in Western markets, 77% of B2C marketing execs invest in social commerce amid rising global growth and creator-driven shopping trends.
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Brightcove unveils AI updates to transform video platform

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Brightcove launches AI-driven updates, enhancing video streaming with features like automated captioning, multilingual dubbing and smarter content analysis.
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Adobe brings AI-powered creative tools to Premier League fans

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Adobe partners with the Premier League to introduce AI-powered creative tools and personalised content for 1.8 billion fans ahead of the 2025 Fantasy season.
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How to craft effective prompts for Google's Veo 3 video AI

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Google's Veo 3 transforms simple prompts into stunning videos with sound and dialogue; effective results hinge on well-crafted instructions.
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Bitdefender & Creators Guild unite to protect digital creators

Thu, 10th Jul 2025
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Bitdefender and the Creators Guild of America have joined forces to shield digital creators from rising cyber threats, including deepfake-driven attacks.
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Five key trends reshaping eCommerce marketing for 2025 revealed

Thu, 3rd Jul 2025
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Ecommerce marketing is set to evolve in 2025 with five key trends, including AI personalisation, mobile commerce, social media sales, data-driven automation, and SEO advances.
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Marketers face budget losses as outdated AI tools lag behind trends

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Many marketers waste up to 20% of their budgets on outdated AI tools, struggling to keep pace with fast-moving social media trends and real-time data needs.
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LG launches Radio Optimism to boost meaningful digital bonds

Wed, 25th Jun 2025
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LG has launched Radio Optimism, an AI-powered music platform designed to foster deeper digital bonds amid growing social disconnection worldwide.
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AI deepfakes drive surge in cyberattacks, threatening trust online

Thu, 19th Jun 2025
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AI-driven deepfakes fuel a rise in cyberattacks, tricking users with fake ads and video calls, risking billions in financial losses worldwide.
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Jamf report finds phishing & infostealers surge on Apple devices

Wed, 18th Jun 2025
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Jamf's Security 360 Report reveals a sharp rise in phishing and infostealers targeting Apple devices, urging organisations to strengthen cybersecurity measures.
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Silverpush unveils AI tool for brand safety on TikTok ads

Sat, 14th Jun 2025
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Silverpush launches AI-powered Silverpush Mirrors for TikTok, enhancing brand safety and campaign optimisation for advertisers on the platform.
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Newell Brands harnesses Adobe AI to boost content creation speed

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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Newell Brands boosts content creation speed by up to 75% using Adobe AI tools across brands like Sharpie and Rubbermaid, enhancing marketing efficiency.
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AI reshaping traditional sectors like insurance & travel

Tue, 10th Jun 2025
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Artificial intelligence is revolutionising the way sectors operate, and embracing the technology is now essential for unlocking its full potential.
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How Norby the language robot is more than just a companion

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Norby, an AI-powered language robot supporting over 30 languages, was showcased by founder Adrian Mullan at Dell Technologies World in Las Vegas.
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Retail fraud awareness rises with social media, risks USD $107bn

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Awareness of retail fraud surges via social media, with risks looming at USD $107bn by 2029 as consumers grow tempted and acceptance rises.
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Malicious memes: How cybercriminals use humour to spread malware

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Cybercriminals exploit viral memes to spread malware and phishing attacks, using humour to bypass defences and target millions online in Australia and beyond.
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Alibaba releases VACE, an open-source AI video editor

Thu, 15th May 2025
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Alibaba launches Wan2.1-VACE, an open-source AI model combining video generation and editing, streamlining content creation for various media platforms.