Lewis Maddison

Lewis Maddison

Staff Writer

Lewis Maddison is a Staff Writer at TechRadar Pro. His area of expertise is online security and protection, which includes tools and software such as password managers. 


His coverage also focuses on the usage habits of technology in both personal and professional settings - particularly its relation to social and cultural issues - and revels in uncovering stories that might not otherwise see the light of day.


He has a BA in Philosophy from the University of London, with a year spent studying abroad in the sunny climes of Malta.

Articles by: Lewis Maddison

Microsoft Edge

Microsoft Edge might be making some major changes to your saved passwords

By Lewis Maddison published

A new update to on Microsoft's end has been showing users' passwords as GUID strings, but there is a quick fix.

Autonomous finance

Cybercriminals are targeting the financial sector more than ever

By Lewis Maddison published

Akamai report claims attacks on finance firms have doubled year-on-year.

Data Breach

Many firms aren't reporting breaches to the proper authorities

By Lewis Maddison published

Survey from Keeper Security finds worrying amount organizations fail to report attacks and breaches.

Norton Secure Browser on a laptop

Norton launches super-secure browser for Windows and Mac users alike

By Lewis Maddison published

Norton says its new browser will protect users from tracking and threats.

Visual representation of a passkey on a computer chip

Passkeys are getting ready to take over - but how locked in will you be?

By Lewis Maddison published

The new passwordless technology is taking hold, but passkeys aren't without their drawbacks.

GitHub

GitHub is bringing passkey support at last

By Lewis Maddison published

GitHub jumps on the passwordless bandwagon with the general availability of passkey support for all account holders.

passwords

Windows 11 is officially killing off passwords and bringing in passkeys

By Lewis Maddison published

New Windows 11 update will increase support for passwordless solutions.

AI big data world

Acronis gifts consumers boosted AI power for their cyber-protection

By Lewis Maddison published

A new integrated backup and security solution from Acronis gives individuals and home office users the power of AI.

1Password passkeys

1Password brings passkey support to Mobile

By Lewis Maddison published

1Password makes passkey support for its mobile apps and browser extensions generally available.

A fish hook is lying across a computer keyboard, representing a phishing attack on a computer system

Dashlane will now warn you when you're being phished

By Lewis Maddison published

Dashlane's new phishing alerts feature aims to stop you from entering your credentials on dangerous sites.

Visual representation of a passkey on a computer chip

NordPass now supports passkeys on iPhone

By Lewis Maddison published

With iOS 17, NordPass can finally manage passkeys on Apple's mobile devices.

X logo and Twitter logo with arrows showing swap

X paying users can now verify their account with a government ID

By Lewis Maddison published

The company formerly known as Twitter promises to speed up the verification process, but at what cost to privacy?

Hatem Naguib keynote at Barracuda TechSummit23

How Barracuda aims to keep up with the ever-increasing sophistication of cyberattacks

By Lewis Maddison published

We spoke to key figures at Barracuda's TechSummit23 to get their insights into the nature of today's cyberthreats and how to tackle them.

Google Ads

Google Ads are being hijacked to serve up dangerous malware

By Lewis Maddison published

A malvertising campaign has been found on Google masquerading as a convincing download page for Cisco Webex.

Bitwarden for Business

Bitwarden adds passwordless SSO

By Lewis Maddison published

Bitwarden has now expanded its SSO capabilities, allowing users to access their vaults without a password.

Stop and Smell the Future Day 2

The digital culture of Estonia, Europe’s erstwhile tech capital

By Lewis Maddison published

TechRadar Pro spoke to Csaba Virág at Estonian firm Nortal to get his take on the country's unique tech culture.

Teams

Watch out – this devious Microsoft Teams phishing campaign could infect your PC

By Lewis Maddison published

Microsoft Teams messaging service hijacked by phishing malware campaign.

Google Chrome

This Chrome extension can steal your passwords - and Google has no problem with it

By Lewis Maddison published

Researchers have found that popular websites store user passwords in plain text, and Chrome extensions have the means to steal them.

Keeper Security website on a laptop

Keeper is now bringing your passkeys straight to the browser

By Lewis Maddison published

Keeper Security expands passkey support for all desktop browsers.

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams will no longer be a part of Office for some users

By Lewis Maddison published

Unbundling Teams will mean it can continue to sell Microsoft 365 in Europe.

Firefox Relay

Firefox users can now hide their email to prevent being spammed

By Lewis Maddison published

Firefox Relay is now directly available in the Firefox browser, making it easier to mask your real email address from services.

Security

LinkedIn and X are planning to ditch passwords

By Lewis Maddison published

Code within LinkedIn and X suggest they will soon support passkeys, the new passwordless standard used by big tech.

OpenAI logo on wall

ChatGPT for your business is here, and could change how you work forever

By Lewis Maddison published

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Enterprise, its workplace AI offering that promises improved security, privacy and performance.

Password Security

Bitwarden launches a new manager for business secrets

By Lewis Maddison published

Bitwarden has launched its Secrets Manager in general availability, which it says will plug any leaks at your firm.

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Your biometrics may not be as safe as you think

By Lewis Maddison published

NordVPN has found masses of stolen fingerprints on the dark web, highlighting the dangers of biometrics.

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