Google’s ‘Shielded Email’ Privacy Feature

It’s been reported that Google is developing ‘Shielded Email’, a feature that creates temporary email aliases to protect users’ primary addresses from spam and misuse by third-party apps and services. What Is Shielded Email? Shielded Email, the feature reportedly being developed by Google, will allow users to create temporary email aliases to protect their primary…

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World’s First AI Deepfake-Detecting Browser

London-based cybersecurity innovator Surf Security has launched a beta version of its pioneering deepfake detection tool, integrated into its Enterprise Zero-Trust Browser®. Deepwater Dubbed the ‘Surf Deepwater’, this tool promises real-time, highly accurate detection of AI-generated deepfakes, potentially revolutionising how organisations can combat this rapidly growing threat. Continue reading … …Free MSP Standard Access Required…

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Enhanced Siri Delayed Until 2026

It’s been reported that although Apple will unveil a more conversational Siri with iOS 19 at WWDC 2025, many other planned features, including this upgrade, will actually be delayed until iOS 19.4 launches in spring 2026. Various reports indicate that Apple’s improved “LLM Siri,” designed to rival AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini, aims to…

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World’s First Wind-Powered DAC Carbon Capture Hub

Dutch climate technology startup Skytree is providing the technology for the world’s first 100 per cent wind-powered Direct Air Capture (DAC) hub in Texas. Project Concho Using Skytree Technology Dubbed ‘Project Concho’, this ambitious project seeks to redefine carbon removal from the air by using cutting-edge DAC systems with renewable energy on an unprecedented scale.…

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“Amazon Haul” Budget Shop

Amazon has announced the launch of a U.S. beta of its new Haul Store, an online shopping experience designed to rival low-cost e-commerce giants Temu and Shein.  Products at $20 or Less  The Haul platform is to be integrated into the Amazon Shopping app and offers a range of products priced at $20 or less,…

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Malware That Exploits Facebook Ads

In this insight, in reviewing how a malvertising campaign is hijacking Facebook accounts to spread the SYS01stealer malware, we examine the tactics used, plus we look at the impact on businesses and steps organisations can take to protect themselves.  Exposed By Bitdefender  Bucharest-based cybersecurity company Bitdefender has recently exposed a sophisticated malvertising campaign that leverages Facebook…

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Bitcoin Surges Past $80,000 Amid Trump’s Crypto Revolution

Cryptocurrency Bitcoin’s value has surged past $80,000 for the first time, driven by market optimism following Donald Trump’s election victory and his promises to transform the United States into a global hub for cryptocurrency innovation.  Control of Congress  Trump’s election as the next US president and his securing control of Congress, plus the Republican Party…

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UK Businesses Missed £111 Billion Tech Boost

A recent report from Virgin Media O2 Business and the Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr) has revealed that if all UK businesses had embraced digital technology more extensively in 2021, the economy could have reaped a £111 billion boost in turnover.  The Untapped Potential of Digitalisation  The report, titled ‘The Economic and Social…

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Apple Faces £3 Billion UK Lawsuit

Apple is facing a £3 billion legal claim in the UK, accused of anti-competitive practices and overcharging iCloud customers.  Consumer group Which? has launched the class action on behalf of around 40 million UK iCloud users, alleging that Apple has effectively locked them into its service by restricting third-party alternatives, stifling competition, and inflating prices.…

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Converting Waste Heat Into Power With Wood

Researchers at the University of Limerick (UL) and the University of Valencia have developed a method to convert waste heat into electricity using lignin, a byproduct of the paper industry, offering a sustainable alternative to conventional energy recovery methods.  What Is Energy Recovery?  Energy recovery (heat recovery in this case) is the process of capturing…

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