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

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AI has a $2.5 trillion problem and replacing 250 million jobs is the only way to solve it

By Benedict Collins Published 15 October 26

Infrastructure providers could be left bankrupt unless AI delivers a return on investment far higher than current rates.

Controversial North Wales data center the size of ‘57 football pitches’ sees opposition from tens of thousands

By Benedict Collins Published 14 October 26

Previous plans for the site, including a prison and holiday park, were dropped or opposed.

AI model ‘self-replication’ is only months away, Anthropic says — and it doesn’t even need a data center to happen

By Benedict Collins Published 13 October 26

Self-replicating AI worms could become a threat in 2027, but there are ways to spot them.

UK cyber defenses ‘likely’ to be breached, warns AI minister

By Benedict Collins Published 13 October 26

Unauthorized AI agents could breach UK cyber defenses, and more regulation is needed to prevent it.

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Russian bot traffic decimated overnight after Ukraine drone strikes knock multiple Yandex data centers offline

By Benedict Collins Published 13 October 26

Russian bot traffic is down significantly following two Ukrainian drone strikes on Yandex data centers.

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‘Calling an AI agent “rogue” is a dangerous way of deflecting blame’: Tenable Field CTO on the implications of AI agent escapes and how they can be regulated

By Benedict Collins Published 11 October 26

Exclusive I spoke to Bernard Montel, EMEA Field CTO, Tenable, to learn more about how AI companies are deflecting blame by labelling AI agents as 'rogue' when they escape testing environments.

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US bars Microsoft, Adobe, and major IT firms from green card program for skilled foreign workers to 'protect American jobs'

By Benedict Collins Published 9 October 26

The Trump administration wants to protect American jobs, and that means suspending skilled worker programs for top US companies.

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Best endpoint protection software

By Benedict Collins Last updated 8 October 26

Updated We feature the best endpoint protection software, to make it simple and easy to protect and manage security on mobile devices as well as desktops.

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ASOS 'hacked' alert live — all the latest from security experts as customers receive threatening message

By Mark Wilson Last updated 6 October 26

Many ASOS customers today received a scary push alert via the shopping app, suggesting that it's been hacked — here's all the latest news.

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ASOS hacked? Customers receive threatening notification from hackers, here’s what we know

By Benedict Collins Published 6 October 26

The ASOS app sent out a threatening notification to thousands of users.

Amazon commits $1 billion to communities near data centers, AWS CEO says it no longer uses NDAs with government agencies

By Benedict Collins Published 6 October 26

AWS CEO debunks common 'myths' around data centers and commits $1 billion to local community development

Meta told the IRS its AI data centers are experimental to shave $6 billion off its tax bill

By Benedict Collins Published 2 October 26

Meta has used an experimental tax credit to save billions, but there are serious questions over whether AI data centers are part of standard operation.

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UK faces the most state-sponsored cyberattacks in Europe as AI narrows the attack timeline from days to minutes

By Benedict Collins Published 1 October 26

The UK is facing an unprecedented number of state-sponsored cyber attacks, and is now top in Europe.

Best Antivirus Software of 2026: Expert Reviews, Testing, and Rankings

By River Hart Last updated 1 October 26

Updated Antivirus software secures your device against malware and harmful files. We've tested more than 20 solutions and ranked the best ones here for your convenience.

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Developers want to build this 1,300-acre AI data center so badly they offered every house in town $10,000

By Benedict Collins Published 30 September 26

Residents have called the payment a "bribe" designed to sow divide between the community.

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Best Free People Search Finder Service of 2026: Reviewed and Ranked by Experts

By Benedict Collins Last updated 30 September 26

Updated We 've tested and ranked the best free people search finder services, to help you find friends and family you've lost contact with without having to pay a fee.

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The best internet security suites: ranked and rated by experts

By Benedict Collins Last updated 30 September 26

Updated Get all-around protection for PCs, Macs and mobiles with one of today's best internet security suites.

Meta reveals new Enterprise Platform to help businesses harness its AI power

By Benedict Collins Published 29 September 26

Zuckerberg announces new Meta Enterprise Platform for businesses.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott and California Governor Gavin Newsom just introduced new data center rules — and it's a big win for local communities

By Benedict Collins Published 22 September 26

Texas and California are listening to the voices of its people, and they're making data centers harder to build.

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Best business password manager of 2026

By Benedict Collins Last updated 22 September 26

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

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Discover the Best Background Check Services of 2026: Our Expert Recommendations

By Benedict Collins Last updated 21 September 26

Updated We've tested and reviewed the best background check services to help you search public records for personal use.

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‘The US is now better positioned to compete’: How new drone tech tariffs are bolstering domestic production and securing supply chains

By Benedict Collins Published 21 September 26

Exclusive I spoke to Saleel Awsare, President and CEO, Lantronix, to learn more about how Trump's new drone tariffs will affect domestic drone production and help to secure supply-chains.