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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...
Jul 27, 2021TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today released results for its fiscal year 2022 first quarter which ended July 2,...
Jul 26, 2021TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced it has been recognized by the Business Intelligence Group’s 2021 Sales...
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Jul 23, 2021Select new Lenovo™ laptops feature the Norton Security Universal Windows Platform app
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NortonLifeLock announced today that the Norton Security Universal Windows Platform (UWP) app will be pre-installed on select new Lenovo laptop PCs. Expanding its...
Jul 20, 2021New Threats Observed Across Encrypted Chat Marketplaces, Online Cookies, and Vulnerable Gaming DriversTEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock’s global research team Norton Labs today published its second quarterly Consumer Cyber Safety Pulse Report, detailing the top consumer...
Jul 19, 2021Research from 16,000 households across the UK suggests Brits connect to unprotected public Wi-Fi networks for convenience despite feeling insecure and exposedLondon, United Kingdom, July, 19, 2021 – A new study from 16,000 households in the UK has found that six in ten Brits regularly use Public Wi-Fi, with over a quarter (28%) connecting to these...
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Jul 15, 2021Not for Release, Publication or Distribution in Any Jurisdiction Where to Do so Would Constitute a Violation of the Relevant Laws of Such Jurisdiction
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In accordance with Rule 2.9 of The City Code on Takeovers and Mergers (the "Code"), NortonLifeLock confirms that, as at the close of business on 14 July 2021, it had...
Jul 13, 2021Avast Threat Labs identifies a growth in crypto-based scams in regions where cryptocurrency is growing in popularityPrague, Czech Republic, July 13, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has observed in the first six months of 2021 that cryptocurrency-focused phishing scams...
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Jul 13, 2021
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced that its fiscal 2022 first quarter financial results will be released...
- Jul 10, 2021Reciprocal partnership improves both companies ability to protect customers through greater understanding of cyber threat landscape
London, United Kingdom, and Emeryville, CA, United States - July 21, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, and RiskIQ, a leader in Internet Security...
Jun 29, 2021Avast uncovers regional cybercrime differences across the UK, following research with the University of BirminghamLondon, United Kingdom, 29 June, 2021 – Findings from an academic study between Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, and the research division of the Centre for...
Jun 29, 2021TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today unveiled Norton™ Utilities Ultimate, a new performance offering that creates a...
Jun 24, 2021Avast Threat Labs report cracked versions of online games such as Grand Theft Auto V, Far Cry 5, and The Sims 4 that are laced with hidden malwarePrague, Czech Republic, June 25, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has reported a new Monero crypto-miner malware, Crackonosh, that has been circulating...
Jun 24, 2021In Modern Day Romance, 60% of Young Americans Ages 18-39 Who Have Been in a Romantic Relationship Admit to ‘Stalking’ an Ex or Current Partner OnlineTEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today unveiled new findings from a global study examining consumers’ online creeping...
Jun 17, 2021Former Avast CEO Steckler remembered as leader, mentor, and philanthropistPrague, Czech Republic, London, U.K. and Emeryville, California, U.S., June 17, 2021 - Avast today announced that its former CEO, Vince Steckler, passed away in a tragic car accident in Irvine,...
Jun 16, 2021Charles Walton and Paul Carter will drive key initiatives as Avast looks ahead to the needs of digital citizens in a post-pandemic worldLondon, United Kingdom, June 16, 2021 - Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced the creation of two new roles key to advancing its business strategy in...
Jun 16, 2021Avast’s mobile threat researchers have also discovered an increase in fake apps and banking trojansPrague, Czech Republic, June 16, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has reported that in 2021, adware continues to be the most significant threat on...
Jun 15, 2021Nationwide partnership will help the UK’s small to mid-sized business owners to protect their brand, employees and customers from online threatsLondon, United Kingdom, June 15, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announces a new strategic partnership with Enterprise Nation, the UK’s fastest...
- Jun 15, 2021Industry-leading Norton Secure VPN Adds Compromised Network Detection, Kill Switch and Split Tunneling
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced new and expanded privacy offerings to help people keep their sensitive...
Jun 10, 2021Ransomware, Stalkerware, Illicit Coinmining, Gaming Threats and Phishing Scams on the RiseTEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Norton Labs, NortonLifeLock’s global research team, launched its first quarterly Consumer Cyber Safety Pulse Report, tapping into the company’s breadth of...
- Jun 8, 2021New Game Optimizer Feature Available on Norton™ 360 for Gamers Maximizes Gaming Performance While Strengthening Security
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today unveiled Game Optimizer or “GO,” a new feature that maximizes gaming performance...
Jun 2, 2021New Feature Enables a Safe and Easy Way to Mine CryptocurrencyTEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced the launch of Norton™ Crypto, a new feature designed to enable consumers...
May 25, 2021Partnership delivers live telephone support to protect Avast’s BreachGuard customers from identity theft and a variety of scamsEmeryville, CA, May 25, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced a partnership with assistance and insurance provider, Generali Global...
May 19, 2021Refuge’s Tech Abuse and Advocacy Service to receive funding and support from Avast to raise awareness and fight tech abuseLondon, United Kingdom, May 19, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced it has partnered with national domestic abuse charity Refuge to raise...
May 18, 2021With increased cyberthreats for businesses and the new challenges posed by the pandemic, the Hub includes new Cloud Backup service to protect critical data and fight cyberthreats from one unified solutionPrague, Czech Republic / Redwood City, California, United States, May 18, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, announces the official launch of Avast...
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May 18, 2021Annual ranking honors NortonLifeLock for the second consecutive year in its commitment to corporate responsibility
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--3BL Media has named NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a leading consumer Cyber Safety company, to its annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking, recognizing...
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May 10, 2021Company sets long-term non-GAAP targets of double-digit revenue growth and ~$3 EPS
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today kicked off its first Investor Day with watch-on-demand presentations from the...
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May 10, 2021
Direct Customers up 2M Q/Q and 2.8M Y/Y, with Reported Billings up Double Digits TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock Inc. (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today...
May 4, 2021Malware campaign targets mobile users worldwide and stealing personal informationPrague, Czech Republic, May 4, 2021 – In recent weeks, mobile users in several countries have been receiving SMS messages linking to a banking Trojan called “FluBot”. This threat pretends to...
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Apr 27, 2021
ALEXANDRIA, Va. & TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- National PTA and NortonLifeLock announced today an expansion of their partnership to engage more families and ensure equity in Cyber Safety...
- Apr 22, 2021Avast draws attention to the growing threat of stalkerware apps, during National Stalking Awareness Week
London, United Kingdom, April 22, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, reveals there has been a 93% increase in the use of spyware and stalkerware apps1
Apr 21, 2021Avast Contributes Intelligence to Recorded Future’s PlatformRedwood City, California, United States, April 21, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced its partnership with one of the world’s largest...
Apr 15, 2021Attitudes towards and experiences of cybercrime during the Covid-19 pandemic polled in a national study of 28,000 peopleLondon, United Kingdom, April 15, 2021 – Over a third (39%) of Neighbourhood Watch members in England and Wales believe cybercrime is now more of a threat than community based crime such as home...
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Apr 14, 2021
Live video Q&A webcast with NortonLifeLock leadership team on May 11, 2021 TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today announced...
- Apr 14, 2021The product received an “Excellent” rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars
Redwood City, CA, April 14, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, today announced that Avast Free Antivirus has been awarded PCMag’s Editors’...
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Apr 13, 2021
New research from NortonLifeLock finds nearly 330 million people in 10 countries experienced cybercrime in the last 12 months, spending 2.7 billion hours dealing with the aftermath TEMPE,...
- Apr 13, 2021Avast Global Threat Intelligence Powers Windows Anti-Malware Platform for Microsoft Solutions
London, United Kingdom, and Emeryville, CA - April 13, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced that it has joined the Microsoft Intelligent...
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Mar 30, 2021Research from CCleaner finds link between clean devices and wellbeing as 55% of Brits admit poorly performing tech stresses them out
London, United Kingdom, 30 March, 2020 – There is a direct link between people’s wellbeing and their levels of digital clutter. A recent study by CCleaner, a leader in system optimization...
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Mar 24, 2021
With up to 60 new tax-related phishing sites appearing each day, NortonLifeLock shares Cyber Safety tips consumers can take to protect their personal and financial information TEMPE,...
- Mar 24, 2021Cooke will be the principal source of legal advice to the Board and Management for the company
Prague, Czech Republic and London, United Kingdom, March 24, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, today announced the appointment of Trudy Cooke to the role...
- Mar 24, 2021Fleeceware applications extract hundreds of dollars per year from their users through subscription services
Prague, Czech Republic, March 24, 2021 — Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy, has discovered more than 200 new fleeceware applications on the Apple App Store and...
- Mar 16, 2021On-demand conference panel explores the moral underpinnings of cybersecurity featuring first-hand anecdotes from the new Avast Hacker Archives podcast
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – March 16, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, today announced that its Chief Information Security Officer Jaya Baloo will...
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Mar 9, 2021NortonLifeLock Named to Fast Company’s Annual List of The World’s Most Innovative Companies For 2021
Global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, among top-ranked in the Security category TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NortonLifeLock (NASDAQ: NLOK), a global leader in consumer Cyber Safety, today...
- Mar 8, 2021Smith Micro announces intention to acquire Avast’s Family Safety Mobile Business and establish reciprocal preferred partner status
PITTSBURGH, PA, USA and LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 08, 2021 – Smith Micro Software, Inc. (the “Company” or “Smith Micro”) (NASDAQ: SMSI) and Avast plc (“Avast”) (LSE: AVST) today...
- Feb 25, 2021Deputy Director for the Fund and multi-award winner Ryan will lead new Avast worldwide social impact organization focused on keeping digital citizens safe
Prague, Czech Republic, February 25, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, today announced the appointment of Shane Ryan as Global Executive Director...
- Feb 24, 2021Direct carrier billing partnership will make cybersecurity more accessible for over 400 million PMovil customers
Prague, Czech Republic, February 24, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, has today announced a strategic partnership with PMovil, an industry...
Feb 23, 2021Avast explores the capabilities, messaging and psychological tools these unethical apps use and shares advice for parents on how best to keep their children safe onlinePrague, Czech Republic, February 23, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, and member of the Coalition Against Stalkerware, carried out an analysis...
- Feb 18, 2021Avast Free Antivirus rated ahead of paid alternatives for third consecutive year
Prague, Czech Republic, February 18, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, today announced that Avast Free Antivirus has been awarded “Top-Rated...
- Feb 17, 2021Avast threat researchers blocked over 500,000 attacks by scammers, taking advantage of increased use of video conference applications and people’s fear of intimate moments being exposed
Prague, Czech Republic, February 17, 2021 – Avast (LSE:AVST), a global leader in digital security and privacy products, today announced it has blocked over half a million sextortion attack...
Feb 16, 2021AVG secures a leading position over other free and paid antivirus productsPrague, Czech Republic, February 18, 2021 – AVG, a leader in consumer cybersecurity, today announced that AVG Antivirus FREE has been recognized as one of the “Top-Rated Products” of 2020 by...