Articles by Benedict Collins, Senior Writer, Security

Benedict is a Senior Security Writer at TechRadar Pro, where he has specialized in covering the intersection of geopolitics, cyber-warfare, and business security.

Benedict provides detailed analysis on state-sponsored threat actors, APT groups, and the protection of critical national infrastructure, with his reporting bridging the gap between technical threat intelligence and B2B security strategy.

Benedict holds an MA (Distinction) in Security, Intelligence, and Diplomacy from the University of Buckingham Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies (BUCSIS), with his specialization providing him with an elite academic framework for deconstructing complex international conflicts and intelligence operations. He also holds a BA in Politics with Journalism, providing him with a strong investigative nature and the ability to translate complex security data into clear, actionable insights.

When he isn’t analyzing the latest data breach or security threats, Benedict enjoys running and cycling throughout the UK countryside.

Articles by: Benedict Collins

Best Alternative to Kaspersky Antivirus of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 12 August 25

Antivirus Kaspersky has been banned in multiple countries. We've rounded up more secure alternatives that won't break the bank and offer award winning security.

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Europol mapped a criminal network by analyzing encrypted comms - and then seized an entire hotel while busting a multi-million euro laundering ring

By Benedict Collins published 12 August 25

Messages obtained in the Sky ECC takedown over four years ago are still being used to crack cybercriminal organizations.

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Hackers are now mimicking government websites using AI - everything you need to know to stay safe

By Benedict Collins published 11 August 25

Threat actors replicated two Brazilian government sites using Deepsite AI, and then phished information and stole money.

Intel CEO set to meet President Trump following tirade of attacks and 'immediate resignation' demands

By Benedict Collins published 11 August 25

Trump has accused Intel CEO Tan of having major 'conflicts of interest,' but fails to see the hypocrisy.

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Best credit monitoring service of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 11 August 25

Updated We list the best credit monitoring services, to make it simple and easy to track your credit score and protect yourself from fraud.

Best private browser of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 11 August 25

Updated We list the best privacy tool and anonymous browser, to make it simple and easy to ensure your privacy when using the internet.

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15% of Nvidia and AMD China chip sales to go to US government - new export licenses subject to ‘unprecedented’ sales tariff despite ‘national security problem’

By Benedict Collins published 11 August 25

AMD and Nvidia will have to hand over 15% of the revenue from new China chips sales to US government in 'unprecedented' sales deal.

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Best business password manager of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 8 August 25

Updated We've tested the best business password managers to improve your business security with secure password management.

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Best online reputation management of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 7 August 25

Updated We list the best online reputation management services, to make it simple and easy to improve your brand standing.

Dashlane password manager to remove free plan in September - what we know and what to do next

By Benedict Collins published 7 August 25

Dashlane is dropping its free plan, so users will either need to upgrade - or switch providers.

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Microsoft's new AI security tool can spot malware early - and even reverse engineer it to crack the code

By Benedict Collins published 6 August 25

Microsoft reveals super-smart AI tool to detect malicious files autonomously at scale.

Best identity management solution of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 5 August 25

Updated We list the best identity management software, to make it simple and easy to limit user access on your business network such as through Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication.

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Best employee monitoring software of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 5 August 25

Updated We list the best employee monitoring software, to make it simple and easy to manage staff workstations and online security.

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Microsoft Authenticator is deleting your passwords today - here is what to do now

By Benedict Collins published 1 August 25

Microsoft Authenticator is shutting down today - here's what you need to do to keep all your stored passwords.

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Best secure browser of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 31 July 25

We list the best secure browsers, to make it simple and easy to safely use the internet by shielding your devices from viruses, malware and invasive tracking features.

Dropbox Passwords will soon be no more - here's how to save your passwords, and our pick of alternatives

By Benedict Collins published 30 July 25

Dropbox's own password manager is being discontinued, with the company is urging users to seek our alternative solutions.

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Google Workspace is hitting back against the most prolific methods of account takeover with these super simple changes

By Benedict Collins published 30 July 25

Google is securing Workspace accounts with three new changes, including passkey support.

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Cheapest proxy services of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 21 July 25

Updated The cheapest proxy services can save keep your internet data private while saving you money.

Data of all 6.5 million Co-op members stolen - CEO says she is 'incredibly sorry'

By Benedict Collins published 16 July 25

The Co-op CEO confirmed that the details of all 6.5 million members were stolen.

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Best IP address tool of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 10 July 25

Updated We list the best IP address tools, to make it simple and easy to better manage networks.

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Signal clone used by federal agencies hit in attacks targeting major flaws - CISA says patch immediately

By Benedict Collins published 3 July 25

CISA has warned a federal messaging app is being targeted by hackers, so patch now.

Microsoft is laying off 9,000 employees in its latest huge job cut

By Benedict Collins published 3 July 25

Microsoft is cutting thousands of jobs from its Gaming division.

Cloudflare can now charge AI crawlers to access your content – and it might just change the internet for the better

By Benedict Collins published 2 July 25

Cloudflare is giving creators control over their content, allowing them to charge or block AI web crawlers from accessing their sites.

Amazon CEO says AI will mean ‘fewer people doing some of the jobs’ - but will make other jobs more interesting

By Benedict Collins published 1 July 25

Amazon CEO says while AI will replace some workers, it will "make all our jobs more interesting."

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It's about time - Microsoft finally rolls out better passkey integration in Windows

By Benedict Collins published 30 June 25

Microsoft is now offering 1Password integration to boost passkey support.

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