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Jan 18, 2022Norton Labs Expert Petros Efstathopoulos to Give National Cybersecurity Alliance Event Keynote, "I Know What You Did Last Summer. Also This Summer. Also Yesterday."NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety1, today announced it is the signature sponsor of Data Privacy Week, a global effort to empower individuals to manage their...
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Jan 11, 2022
NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced that its fiscal 2022 third quarter financial results will be released Thursday, February 3, 2022,...
Jan 11, 2022Avast enhances its award-winning free security and privacy protection to give people digital safety, freedom and confidence onlinePrague, Czech Republic – January 11, 2022 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced an update to its Avast Free Antivirus and Avast Premium Security...
Dec 16, 2021The new release of CCleaner comes packed with improved cleaning, updates for 9 million drivers and full support for Windows 11London, United Kingdom, Dec 16th 2021: Free cleaning and optimization tool, CCleaner is now available on the new Microsoft Store, the built-in app store for Windows 10 and 11. The app holds a 4.5...
Dec 9, 2021Avast snaps up self-sovereign identity pioneer to bolster digital freedom vision and service deliveryPrague, Czech Republic, December 9, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced the acquisition of Evernym. The US company was instrumental to the...
Dec 7, 2021Avast experts predict and warn of audio Deep Fakes, optimized ransomware campaigns, and crypto malwarePrague, Czech Republic, December 7, 2021 - Cybersecurity experts from Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, foresee cybercriminals making advancements to ensure the...
Dec 7, 2021Increased hacktivism, AI-fueled cyberattacks, and scams targeting aid seekers and Crypto investors to impact consumer Cyber SafetyNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, released its top predictions for cyber trends to watch in 2022, including new momentum in cyber activism, scammers...
- Dec 6, 2021New features include Private Mode, Privacy Advisor, Tracking Prevention, Smart VPN and Kill Switch
London, U.K. and Emeryville, California, December 6, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced the addition of several deep privacy features to...
Dec 2, 2021NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced that the company has been ranked 139 of the 500 companies in Newsweek's list of America's Most Responsible...
Nov 30, 2021Avast takes a look back at the most prominent threats of 2021Prague, Czech Republic, November 30, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, looks back at the prevalent cyberthreats of 2021. Cybercriminals continued to take...
Nov 25, 2021Almost two-thirds (58%) of UK consumers say none of their current insurance providers have offered them cyber insurance despite clear demandLondon, United Kingdom, November 25, 2021 — A new study from Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, reveals almost four in ten (37%) UK consumers are not aware of...
Nov 23, 2021Avast survey shows that device divide opens up Brits to different cyber threatsLondon, United Kingdom, November 23, 2021 – New research from Avast (LSE: AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today revealed that older and younger generations are being...
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Nov 23, 2021CCleaner users re-write some of the most famous movie line swear words of all time
23rd November 2021:London, United Kingdom. Is it time for us to clean up our language? New research from CCleaner has found that on average Brits swear at their digital devices at least three...
Nov 22, 2021Avast Online Security & Privacy gives users control over privacy preferences, data sharing and online trackingEmeryville, California, United States, November 22 - Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has upgraded its free browser extension with an expanded feature set and a...
Nov 18, 2021Over two-thirds of American 25–34-year-olds (64%) have engaged in trolling online (defined as leaving intentionally offensive messages or insulting someone on purpose online)Emeryville, CA, November 18, 2021 – Gen Z Americans do not participate in trolling behavior as much as millennials, according to new research published today by the Avast Foundation. The study...
Nov 18, 2021Norton 360 Achieves AAA Rating in Consumer Endpoint ProtectionNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, has been awarded "Best Consumer Anti-Malware" by SE Labs. Norton 360 consistently delivers dependable online protection,...
Nov 17, 2021Avast research finds growing security challenges for SMBs around use of personal devices for work during pandemicLondon, United Kingdom, November 17, 2021 — New research from Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has found that employees in almost a third (31%) of Small and...
Nov 16, 2021Avast threat researchers also observed increased root kit activities, and new approaches in the fields of exploit kits, and the mobile banking Trojan FlubotPrague, Czech Republic, November 16, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today released its Q3/2021 Threat Report. In the third quarter of the year, the...
Nov 16, 2021Ranking in the 95th Percentile in the Software Category Among the World's Most Responsible and Sustainable BusinessesNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced it has once again been included on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), one of the world's most...
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Nov 15, 2021
NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced the expiration of the waiting period under the U.S. Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976...
Nov 15, 20213 in 4 Say They Were Impacted Financially as a Result, Losing More Than $700 on AverageNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today published the findings of a global study that sheds light on the cyber risks impacting the gaming community. The 2021...
Nov 10, 2021Protecting and Empowering People to Live Their Digital Lives SafelyNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced a new promise for the Norton brand along with an upgraded visual identity to match its ambitions. Inspired...
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Nov 4, 2021Product Innovation and Consistent Execution Support Strong Profitability
NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today released results for its fiscal year 2022 second quarter which ended October 1, 2021. Q2 GAAP Financial Results...
Nov 3, 2021Avast has discovered a fraud campaign that attempts to trick people into downloading and paying for a fleeceware app that costs $70 a weekPrague, Czech Republic, November 3, 2021 - Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has discovered fraudulent sites masquerading as national postal services from Austria,...
- Nov 2, 2021The product received an “Outstanding” rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars
Emeryville, CA, November 2, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced that Avast One Essential has been awarded PCMag’s Editors’ Choice award....
Oct 28, 2021New Survey from Avast Highlights Concerns Over Ransomware, Scams, Identity Theft and Data LeaksPrague, Czech Republic, October 28, 2021 — A new study from Avast (LSE:AVST), shows Brits now rank personal data as their most important asset to protect from everyday risks (such as accident,...
Oct 27, 2021Conference speakers include experts from Facebook, Google, Avast and top-class international academics from CTU in Prague and other universities who will address cybersecurity and privacy challenges in AI and the digital worldPrague, Czech Republic, October 27, 2021 – The third annual CyberSec&AI Connected 2021 conference, this year taking place virtually on November 4 and 5th, will focus on the role of artificial...
Oct 27, 2021Avast Business Hub to get network visibility update as hybrid working becomes the norm for SMBsLondon, United Kingdom, October 27, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has launched a new, free Network Discovery tool within its Avast Business Hub....
Oct 26, 2021An integrated VPN with No Logging and an advanced Adblock that blocks ads and trackers by defaultEmeryville, California, United States, October 26, 2021 - Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has launched a premium version of its free secure and private browser....
Oct 25, 2021More than 150 apps part of scam campaign advertised on TikTok and Instagram, designed to deceive users into signing up for premium SMS subscriptionsPrague, Czech Republic, October 25, 2021 - Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced the discovery of more than 150 premium SMS scam applications, part of...
- Oct 21, 2021Avast CEO, Ondrej Vlcek, and Avast Security Ambassador, Garry Kasparov, will discuss how digital freedom can be unlocked for all
Prague, Czech Republic and Lisbon, Portugal, October 21, 2021 -- Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced that Ondrej Vlcek, Chief Executive Officer at...
Oct 19, 2021RING Doorbells, Smart TVs and Amazon Alexas are among the ten most common devices used by perpetrators of domestic abuseLondon, United Kingdom, October 19, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, and Refuge, the national domestic abuse charity, have outlined the top ten...
Oct 19, 2021New Threat Insights Identified Across Gaming, Banking, Gift Cards and Religious InstitutionsNortonLifeLock's global research team, Norton Labs, today published its third quarterly Consumer Cyber Safety Pulse Report, detailing the top consumer cybersecurity insights and takeaways from July to
- Oct 13, 2021Daria Loi is appointed as Head of Innovation, Siggi Stefnisson joins as Head of Avast Threat Lab, and Andrew B. Gardner, PhD steps into the new role of Vice President of Research & AI
Prague, Czech Republic and London, United Kingdom, October 13th, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has announced three new strategic appointments...
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Oct 12, 2021
NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced that its fiscal 2022 second quarter financial results will be released Thursday, November 4, 2021,...
Oct 5, 2021Announces first global partner, Global Fund for Children, as it seeks additional partnersPrague, Czech Republic, October 5, 2021 — The Avast Foundation today announces the launch of its new community program centering around dissolving barriers to digital freedom and citizenship...
Oct 5, 2021Identity Protection Features Now Include PayDay Loan LockNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today unveiled an all-new privacy offering, Norton™ AntiTrack, to help people protect their digital footprints from...
Oct 4, 2021Experts to Share Insights on Digital Safety, Privacy and Training During National Cyber Security Alliance Virtual Event and In-Person SummitNortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced its commitment to this year's Cybersecurity Awareness Month campaign, "Do Your Part. #BeCyber Smart," which...
- Sep 28, 2021Avast research finds over half of SMB IT Decision Makers are more concerned about cyber security now than pre-pandemic
London, United Kingdom, September 28, 2021 — New research from Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has found that security concerns among IT decision-makers (ITDM)...
- Sep 23, 2021Avast Threat Labs traced cryptocurrency stealer, keylogger and document uploader that loads hack tools to steal credentials of thousands of users
Prague, Czech Republic, September 23, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has identified a malicious spam (malspam) campaign created to spread BluStealer, a...
- Sep 16, 2021New integrated service will help digital citizens protect their privacy, speed up their devices, and stay safe from cyber threats
London, U.K. and Emeryville, California, U.S., September 16, 2021 - Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced the release of Avast One. The new integrated...
Sep 16, 2021New mission to further digital rights and reset digital citizens’ relationship with the internet for a better online world; delivers new Avast One free protection platform for users worldwidePrague, Czech Republic, September 16, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today unveiled its new brand identity and expanded purpose to protect digital...
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Sep 7, 2021
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today released its 2021 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report, an annual...
- Sep 6, 2021Misconfiguration of Firebase database by developers causes data risk in apps worldwide from food delivery to gaming apps
Prague, Czech Republic, September 6, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has found over 19,300 Android apps exposing user data to the public due to a...
- Sep 2, 2021•Avast research uncovers attitudes to the internet as part of a global digital citizenship study, with differences depending on age, gender and geography
Prague, Czech Republic, September 2, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has found that while nine out of ten people say the internet is important to their...
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Aug 24, 2021Norton Study Reveals Americans Average 6+ Hours of Screen Time a Day Outside of Work and School
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, released a new global study examining consumers’ at-home online behaviors. The findings...
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Aug 10, 2021New Location-Based Features Provide Parents with Enhanced Supervision Capabilities
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today introduced new features to Norton Family that provide an easy, safe and secure way...
Aug 10, 2021New Company to Serve 500M+ Users Including ~40M Direct CustomersTEMPE, Ariz. & PRAGUE & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, and Avast (LSE: AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy,...
- Aug 2, 2021Avast Global Risk Report shows businesses in the United Kingdom have a monthly risk ratio of 11% of getting attacked by any type of PC malware
London, United Kingdom, August 2nd, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today revealed that the overall chance of business users encountering a cyber threat...
Jul 29, 2021Avast Global Risk Report shows that London and the North West of England are where users have more risk of encountering any type of threatLondon, United Kingdom, July 29th, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today revealed that the overall chance of home PC users encountering a cyber threat...