Benedict Collins

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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The internet is becoming more stressful and unlikeable — with AI slop and data leaks to blame

By Benedict Collins Published

AI content and data leaks are driving people away from the internet, with some people willing to pay for an internet without algorithms or data harvesting.

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Is the new Water Cyber Shield Act too little, too late, and can a cyber group do it better? The experts weigh in

By Benedict Collins Published

Numerous recent attacks are prompting Congress to do something

Wi-Fi

Why was there an 'evil’ Delta airlines Wi-Fi network? The experts weigh in

By Benedict Collins Published

A passenger set up an evil Wi-Fi network on a post-DEF CON Delta flight - we find out what the experts think.

drone

Trump places 100% tariffs on ‘particularly sensitive’ drones for national security reasons and to strengthen US drone industry

By Benedict Collins Published

Trump wants to strengthen the US drone market and bolster national security, but can the drone market realistically adjust in 21 days?

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World-first autonomous ‘end-to-end’ AI attack against Taiwan tied to Chinese hackers — and the scariest part is that it was fully open source

By Benedict Collins Published

China implicated in Taiwan attack through written documentation recovered from the attack.

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Trump signs memo calling for cyber privateers to conduct cyberattacks abroad against criminal groups targeting Americans — but they have to escrow $1 million to join

By Benedict Collins Published

Private companies will be legally allowed to conduct cyberattacks against foreign groups on behalf of the US government.

Cloud in Hand

Best cloud storage of 2026: tested, reviewed and rated by experts

By James Capell Last updated

I've ranked the best cloud storage services of 2026, to help you keep your data secure in the cloud.

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I read Mark Zuckerberg's 'The Future is for Everyone' AI manifesto and it almost drove me insane

By Benedict Collins Published

Fair warning, there's a lot to take in

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‘TikTok may be used on government devices’: Trump administration removes TikTok ban on government phones, so employees are now free to doomscroll once again

By Benedict Collins Published

The US government has lifted the ban on TikTok being installed on government devices.

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New London data centers approved — and some are requesting 3 million liters of water per day and enough electricity to power thousands of homes

By Benedict Collins Published

There are big concerns about water and electricity usage across three new London data center sites.

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Why are so many AI models going 'rogue'? The experts weigh in

By Benedict Collins Published

AI models are breaking free of testing at unprecedented rates

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75% of European businesses fear a US tech kill switch could deal an economic 'death blow' – driving a search for sovereign alternatives

By Benedict Collins Published

European businesses are seeking alternatives to US hyperscalers, but Europe has a long way to go before it can survive entirely on its own.

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Are your Android apps secretly sharing your location with advertisers? Some developers are accidentally leaving on this critical data-invading setting when using third-party SDKs

By Benedict Collins Published

Some apps are gathering highly-localized location data and feeding it back to advertisers, data brokers, and even the military.

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‘Our corrupt, AI-addicted President cannot be allowed to sacrifice our federal lands’: A bill to permanently ban AI data centers from federal lands has been introduced to Congress

By Benedict Collins Published

The Trump administration is pushing forward with a huge data center buildout while sidelining environmental concerns and worsening pollution.

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Texas has electricity and water bills below the national average — but they’re rising faster than inflation for one key reason that won’t surprise anyone

By Benedict Collins Published

Data centers are causing electricity and water prices in Texas to grow at unprecedented rates.

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It's not too late to save up to 50% off Keeper plans — secure your passwords and company security with big discounts on Personal and Business plans

By Benedict Collins Published

Keeper is one of the best solutions to password storage and security, with up to 50% off across Personal, Family, and Business plans

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A torrent of states are repealing data center tax exemptions — but it could increase costs by upwards of 7%

By Benedict Collins Published

Multiple states are repealing or modifying sales tax exemptions, and it could cause the cost of data centers to skyrocket.

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'We’ve been behind the ball for so long': Experts say DNA samples from crime-scene forensics can be modified and even switched using an AI tool

By Benedict Collins Published

Researchers used AI-assisted code to undetectably tamper with data from computerized scans of physical DNA evidence produced by widely used crime-lab machines.

AI

Is bulldozing homes, seizing land, harming the climate, and replacing workers really worth everyone having an AI agent?

By Benedict Collins Published

AI agents will soon handle your work, and your personal life - but at what cost?

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'C-suite executives need to upskill themselves to really understand the threats': AI is becoming a tool for attackers and defenders, but true resilience requires a constantly changing strategy, says former GCHQ intelligence expert

By Benedict Collins Published

Exclusive The only choice for businesses it to adapt and respond, and that means using an evolving resilience strategy.

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It’s hard to feel sorry for AI companies when China is giving them a taste of their own medicine

By Benedict Collins Published

It's time to read AI its rights

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'I want Racemate to be the second screen': Infobip is helping TGR Haas to fund Formula 1 car development through an entirely new kind of fan engagement

By Benedict Collins Published

RaceMate is an AI companion designed to answer all your questions about TGR Haas, the drivers, and the races.

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Oracle awarded 10-year $7 billion Pentagon deal to supply Department of War with vital software and services

By Benedict Collins Published

The contract unifies existing Oracle licensing under a single vehicle, and is expected to save $441 million across the 10-year period.

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‘Powerful AI systems can go rogue, behave in extremely dangerous ways, or even resist human intervention’: A bill requiring AI systems to have a ‘kill switch’ is now in Congress

By Benedict Collins Published

The bill would give the Secretary of Homeland Security the ability to shut down AI models that are advancing too quickly

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Best Data Removal Service of 2026: Expert Reviews, Comparisons, and Real-World Testing

By James Capell Last updated

We've tested and reviewed all the best data removal services to help keep your data safe and out of the hands of data brokers online

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