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Stories from across the site that focus on mobile security.

How Surfshark and Amnesty International Empower Digital Human Rights Defenders

How Surfshark and Amnesty International Empower Digital Human Rights Defenders

Surfshark partners with Amnesty International to train defenders in detecting spyware on mobile devices, boosting digital security for activists worldwide.

May 14, 2026

How Google's Intrusion Logging Boosts Android Spyware Protection

How Google's Intrusion Logging Boosts Android Spyware Protection

Google's new Intrusion Logging tool on Pixel and upcoming Android devices aims to detect spyware attacks early and enhance user security.

May 13, 2026

How This New Android Malware Uses Blockchain to Evade Detection

How This New Android Malware Uses Blockchain to Evade Detection

A disguised banking trojan on Android poses as TikTok or streaming apps, stealing credentials and using blockchain to stay under the radar.

May 12, 2026

iOS 26.5 Introduces Cross-Platform Encrypted RCS Messaging with Important Security Limitations

iOS 26.5 Introduces Cross-Platform Encrypted RCS Messaging with Important Security Limitations

iOS 26.5 rolls out end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging for cross-platform chats, but users should be aware of key security caveats affecting message safety.

May 12, 2026

Why Users Rely More on Built-In Smartphone Security Than Paid Antivirus Apps

Why Users Rely More on Built-In Smartphone Security Than Paid Antivirus Apps

Smartphone use is rising but fewer people pay for antivirus software, preferring built-in options like Microsoft Defender and Apple XProtect. Understand the impact and what it means for your device security.

May 10, 2026

CallPhantom Scam: Over 7 Million Downloads Across 28 Fake Google Play Apps

CallPhantom Scam: Over 7 Million Downloads Across 28 Fake Google Play Apps

Learn how the CallPhantom scam tricked millions via fake Google Play apps promising call log access but lurking with costly subscriptions.

May 8, 2026

Understanding SIM Farm Fraud: Implications for Telcos and Users

Understanding SIM Farm Fraud: Implications for Telcos and Users

Explore how a Belarus-based network exploited UK and US telcos through SIM farms, impacting mobile security.

Apr 22, 2026

What You Need to Know About SparkCat Malware Targeting Mobile Users

What You Need to Know About SparkCat Malware Targeting Mobile Users

SparkCat malware resurfaces, targeting crypto users on Android and iOS. Learn how it operates and what you can do to protect yourself.

Apr 6, 2026

Understanding the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display Feature

Understanding the Galaxy S26 Ultra's Privacy Display Feature

Explore the implications of Samsung's new Privacy Display in the Galaxy S26 Ultra, including its functionality and user impact.

Feb 25, 2026

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Privacy Display Feature Explained

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Privacy Display Feature Explained

Discover how the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra's innovative Privacy Display could change smartphone security and user experience.

Feb 17, 2026

Protect Your Privacy: How to Limit Unnecessary Data Sharing on Your Smartphone

Protect Your Privacy: How to Limit Unnecessary Data Sharing on Your Smartphone

Learn how to minimize your smartphone's background data sharing to enhance your privacy and security.

Jan 22, 2026