Articles by Benedict Collins, Staff Writer (Security)

Benedict Collins is a Staff Writer at TechRadar Pro covering privacy and security. Before settling into journalism Ben worked as a Livestream Production Manager, covering games in the National Ice Hockey League for 5 years and contributing heavily to the advancement of livestreaming within the league.

He has a MA in Security, Intelligence and Diplomacy, alongside a BA in Politics with Journalism, both from the University of Buckingham. Outside of work Ben follows many sports; most notably ice hockey and rugby. When not running or climbing, Ben can most often be found deep in the shrubbery of a pub garden.

Articles by: Benedict Collins

Push notifications could be used to snoop on Google and Apple users, US Senator warns

By Benedict Collins published 7 December 23

Push-notifications could be supplying foreign agencies with a constant stream of your data.

Sellafield nuclear site compromised by Russian and Chinese hackers

By Benedict Collins published 5 December 23

Sellafield nuclear site has seen frequent cyber failures since 2012, but will this latest revelation change anything?

Defining fairness: How IBM is tackling AI governance

By Benedict Collins published 2 December 23

Governance is a key issue in developing AI, and IBM hopes to change the face of the industry.

IBM wants to use its AI to help new antibody discoveries

By Benedict Collins published 2 December 23

IBM is know for its huge developments in AI and quantum, and is now investigating applications outside of technology?

Suspected Iranian cyberattack on key US infrastructure probed by security agency

By Benedict Collins published 30 November 23

Hackers managed to breach US water facility, but turning off the taps isn't the worst thing they could have done.

Sinbad crypto mixer used by North Korean Lazarus Group seized by US government

By Benedict Collins published 30 November 23

The Sinbad cryptomixer has been taken offline, but will this stop Lazarus from laundering its funds?

IBM is teaming up with NASA to combat climate change with geospatial AI

By Benedict Collins published 30 November 23

Combining AI with geospatial mapping can help predict weather patterns, but what does it mean for climate change?

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Fingerprint authentication is surprisingly easy to bypass - researchers find critical vulnerabilities in Windows Hello

By Benedict Collins published 23 November 23

Your fingerprint may be secure, but the Windows device storing it might not be...

I work hard and I play harder, that's why this InnoCN portable monitor with $161 off is my personal pick this Black Friday

By Benedict Collins last updated 25 November 23

This OLED portable monitor from InnoCN is just $189, and wait until you see it's features

New ransomware-as-a-service caters to cybercriminals with commercial expansion

By Benedict Collins published 22 November 23

While many countries have pledged to never pay cyber ransoms, the popularity of RaaS is expected to increase.

Retaliation, gagging, flawed oversight - Software engineers face backlash if they report wrongdoing

By Benedict Collins published 20 November 23

Not only are software engineers being reprimanded for wrongdoing, they are being gagged by contractual clauses.

The real elf on the shelf may be the tech under your tree - Mozilla releases its list of 2023's creepiest gadgets

By Benedict Collins published 18 November 23

Amazon devices top the 'creepy' list in 2023 with tech that harvests data on everything but the kitchen sink.

I'm a home office expert - here's 10 fantastic Amazon Black Friday deals to boost your workspace

By Benedict Collins last updated 25 November 23

Black Friday 2023 These are the best Amazon Black Friday deals for anyone kitting out their home office.

The retail sector is under threat from… Gmail, WhatsApp and Google Drive?

By Benedict Collins published 17 November 23

New research shows while Microsoft OneDrive is still the most popular app across industries, Gmail, WhatsApp and Google Drive are rising up through the rankings.

Ransomware gang deals double damage to victim by complaining to the SEC about their own attack

By Benedict Collins published 16 November 23

The latest rules from the SEC are meant to hold public companies to account, but can hackers bend the rules to suit themselves?

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Here’s what businesses actually think about Microsoft Copilot

By Benedict Collins published 15 November 23

Microsoft Ignite 2023 The benefits of generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot to productivity and efficiency have been widely anticipated for some time, but what do the actual statistics say?

Microsoft Security Copilot wants to use the power of AI to keep your business protected

By Benedict Collins published 15 November 23

Microsoft Ignite 2023 Worried about the threats posed by AI for compliance, regulation and security? Microsoft Security Copilot has got you covered.

Amazon wants to help you protect your small business with some adorable security robots

By Benedict Collins published 15 November 23

Security is often an eye-watering expense for SMBs, but Amazon Astro for Business may change that.

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Your home is not as safe as you think - and these are the security threats you should be worried about

By Benedict Collins published 14 November 23

While your home Wi-Fi may be safer than public hotspots, it is not immune to hackers, experts warn.

Fortinet - these are the issues facing SOC teams today and tomorrow, and how best to mitigate the risks

By Benedict Collins published 13 November 23

The current limits facing cybersecurity teams are bad, but the changing nature of the threat landscape could make them a whole lot worse.

Google is using Jigsaw to track terrorism in the dusty corners of the internet

By Benedict Collins published 13 November 23

While terrorist groups no longer have a large presence on mainstream social media, they have sunk into the shadows of small online communities - now Google wants to help remove them.

“Taking the chess pieces off the board” - how the 2024 threat landscape could be markedly different to anything we've seen before

By Benedict Collins published 11 November 23

The threats and techniques posed by cybercriminals have rapidly evolved over the past decade, Fortinet says. What can we expect in 2024, and what can be done to halt this evolution?

Intel in the crosshairs for billion dollar investment to secure military microchips

By Benedict Collins published 7 November 23

Domestic manufacturing of semiconductors has become a primary concern due to risks posed by China.

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Ransomware, AI, and social engineering all set to be 2024's biggest security threats

By Benedict Collins published 7 November 23

Security threats aren't going away - these are the areas to be aware of.

Home heating from datacentres - good use of waste energy or a waste of money?

By Benedict Collins published 6 November 23

The UK is looking to meet its net zero and carbon reduction commitments using innovative new technology.

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