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Darren Shou stories

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Darren Shou is an author deeply invested in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. His writings frequently delve into the increasing prevalence of deceptive scams, from deepfakes to crypto cons, that capitalise on global events to mislead the public. His investigative pieces highlight the efforts of cybercriminals and the corresponding rise in digital threats worldwide.

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With a keen interest in online privacy, Darren Shou covers the latest advancements in software aimed at protecting internet users. He provides insightful reviews on tools like Norton AntiTrack, which offer enhanced privacy features and give users greater control over their personal data. His focus often extends to how regional rollouts, such as in New Zealand, enhance user privacy.

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Darren Shou's reports often spotlight the staggering statistics of cyber threats thwarted by cybersecurity solutions, such as Norton's. His detailed analyses discuss various cyber threats, including tech support scams, phishing, and stalkerware, emphasising the importance of robust digital defenses. Regional insights, such as those from Australia and New Zealand, form a critical part of his narrative.

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Recognising achievements in cybersecurity, Darren Shou also acknowledges the accolades received by protection solutions like Norton 360. His coverage of awards from reputable institutions underscores the effectiveness and reliability of such software in safeguarding consumer devices against a myriad of threats.

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Norton research finds NZ threat landscape diversifying on social media
Fri, 5th Aug 2022
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email security
Norton's quarterly report reveals over 4.8 million threats were thwarted in New Zealand between April and June 2022, with a focus on social media phishin.
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Norton finds deepfakes and crypto scams rising in Australia
Fri, 6th May 2022
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blockchain
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cryptocurrency
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email security
Norton says between January and March of this year, it thwarted more than 37,098,261 threats, the equivalent of around 403,241 threats per day.
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Hands-on review: Norton Anti Track 19 software
Thu, 5th May 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Norton's AntiTrack 19 software offers users the chance to browse the internet anonymously, obscuring website cookies and fingerprinting attempts.
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New Norton report finds deception scams on the rise
Fri, 29th Apr 2022
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cybersecurity
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email security
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norton
Cybercriminals are capitalising on global events using deepfakes and crypto scams to mislead consumers, a new report has revealed.
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Norton AntiTrack launches in New Zealand for better online privacy
Tue, 29th Mar 2022
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vpns
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data analytics
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martech
Norton launches AntiTrack software in New Zealand offering enhanced privacy features and control for users concerned about data privacy.
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Norton 360 wins at AV-TEST Institute Awards, takes home 4 trophies
Fri, 4th Mar 2022
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cybersecurity
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awards
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norton
NortonLifeLock has announced that its device protection solutions have won a total of four AV-TEST Institute awards.
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Tech support scams are the number 1 phishing threat - report
Thu, 28th Oct 2021
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email security
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phishing
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cybersecurity
Tech support scams are the top phishing threat to consumers, according to a report by NortonLifeLock's global research team.
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Tech support scams among top phishing attacks
Tue, 27th Jul 2021
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ddos
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phishing
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email security
These scams are specifically designed to trick unsuspecting consumers to share personal information or engage in behaviour that puts their privacy at risk.
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Phishing remains number one threat to cyber safety, while stalkerware, gaming attacks are on the rise
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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gaming
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malware
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ransomware
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.