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Tag: Play
AI, APAC, Compliance, Global Security News, Risk Management
Integris CEO on First Focus Acquisition, Global MSP Demand
Integris’ planned acquisition of First Focus is not just a geographic expansion play. According to founder and CEO Rashaad Bajwa, the deal gives the U.S.-based MSP a scaled platform in Australia and New Zealand at a time when SMB customers are beginning to ask harder questions about AI, data protection, and governance. First Focus expands…
AI, Global Security News
What Will Make AI BOMs Real?
A brief overview of the forces at play that will get more organizations on board with creating and consuming AI bill of materials (BOMs).
AI, Cybersecurity, Global Security News
Fake Call History Apps Stole Payments From Users After 7.3 Million Play Store Downloads
Cybersecurity researchers have discovered fraudulent apps on the official Google Play Store for Android that falsely claimed to offer access to call histories for any phone number, only to trick users into joining a subscription that provided fake data and incurred financial loss. The 28 apps have collectively racked up more than 7.3 million downloads,…
AI, Global Security News
Google is turning Android Studio into a policy watchdog
Google has expanded Play Policy Insights in Android Studio to help developers catch policy issues while coding, including warnings for common problems such as missing login credentials. Later this year, developers who connect their Play developer account directly to Android Studio will receive tailored insights. By leveraging SDK Index, a searchable list of Android SDKs…
AI, Global Security News
Fake call logs, real payments: How CallPhantom tricks Android users
ESET researchers uncovered fraudulent apps on Google Play that claim to provide the call history “for any number” and had been downloaded more than seven million times before being taken down
AI, Global Security News, privacy
Google Blocks 8.3B Policy-Violating Ads in 2025, Launches Android 17 Privacy Overhaul
Google this week announced a new set of Play policy updates to strengthen user privacy and protect businesses against fraud, even as it revealed it blocked or removed over 8.3 billion ads globally and suspended 24.9 million accounts in 2025. The new policy updates relate to contact and location permissions in Android, allowing third-party apps…
Global Security News, privacy
Google Play is changing how Android apps access your contacts and location
Google’s new set of Google Play policy updates and account transfer feature strengthen user privacy and protect businesses from fraud. Google is also expanding features for managing new contact and location policy changes to support a smoother, more predictable app review experience. By October, Play policy insights in Android Studio can help developers identify if…
Global Security News, malware
‘NoVoice’ Android malware on Google Play infected 2.3 million devices
A new Android malware named NoVoice was found on Google Play, hidden in more than 50 apps that were downloaded at least 2.3 million times. […]
AI, Cybersecurity, Global Security News
The Ultimate Guide to Secure Sweepstakes Gaming Platforms
Discover the most secure sweepstakes gaming platforms. Learn how fair play technology and encrypted social casino platforms protect your virtual currency entertainment. The digital entertainment landscape has shifted dramatically, with social casinos becoming a powerhouse of online play. However, as the industry grows, so does the importance of discernment. Choosing secure sweepstakes gaming platforms isn’t…
AI, Apps, Global Security News, Network Security
How Networking is Evolving to Support AI and Real-Time Operations
Networking will play a more strategic role in enabling real-time digital operations and supporting the next generation of AI-powered applications. The post How Networking is Evolving to Support AI and Real-Time Operations appeared first on RTInsights.
Global Security News
BeatBanker Android Trojan Uses Silent Audio Loop to Steal Crypto
BeatBanker Android Trojan spreads via fake Google Play Store pages, using a silent audio loop to stay active while stealing crypto, banking data, and login credentials.
Europe, Global Security News
Google changes Play Store policies after settling Epic Games dispute
Google is making changes to the Play Store after settling its legal fight with Epic Games, focusing on three areas: more billing options, lower fees with new programs for developers, and a program for registered app stores. The rollout begins in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom and the United States by June 30,…
AI, Global Security News
Apple Uses Low Prices to Attack Rivals During Memory-Chip Crunch
Leveraging its supply-chain might, the iPhone giant is making a play for more share in cheaper phone and laptop categories.
Global Security News
AI Agent Overload: How to Solve the Workload Identity Crisis
Workloads keep getting more complicated and organizations are struggling to keep up. So what’s the play?
AI, Compliance, Global Security News
BeyondTrust Recognised as a Leader and Outperformer in the 2026 GigaOm Radar for Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management (CIEM)
COMPANY NEWS: BeyondTrust’s Pathfinder platform earns Leader distinction in Innovation / Platform Play quadrant GigaOm highlights BeyondTrust’s AI-driven analytics, just-in-time access, lifecycle governance, and multicloud compliance capabilities
AI, Global Security News
Android mental health apps with 14.7M installs filled with security flaws
Several mental health mobile apps with millions of downloads on Google Play contain security vulnerabilities that could expose users’ sensitive medical information. […]
AI, Global Security News
WhatsApp is adding another lock to your account
Meta has released WhatsApp Beta for Android 2.26.7.8 through the Google Play Beta Program. The update includes references to password-protected accounts, indicating plans to introduce an additional layer of protection beyond the app’s current authentication options. WhatsApp is exploring the implementation of a feature that will introduce a password (Source: WABetaInfo) The feature will allow…
AI, Android, android security, Global Security News, privacy
Android expands pilot for in-call scam protection for financial apps
Posted by Aden Haussmann, Associate Product Manager and Sumeet Sharma, Play Partnerships Trust & Safety Lead Android uses the best of Google AI and our advanced security expertise to tackle mobile scams from every angle. Over the last few years, we’ve launched industry-leading features to detect scams and protect users across phone calls, text messages…