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Bitdefender named sole Visionary in 2025 Gartner EPP report

Wed, 16th Jul 2025
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Bitdefender is named the sole Visionary in Gartner's 2025 Magic Quadrant for Endpoint Protection Platforms for the third year running.
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Avast launches free AI scam protection in antivirus for NZ users

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Avast adds free AI-driven Scam Guardian to its antivirus for New Zealand users, boosting protection against rising, sophisticated online scams globally.
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Kaspersky Endpoint Security achieves full marks in tampering test

Mon, 19th May 2025
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Kaspersky Endpoint Security has achieved 100% tamper protection in AV-Comparatives' April 2025 test, proving its unrivalled resilience on Windows 11 systems.
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Kaspersky tops 2024 security tests with record 97% TOP3 rate

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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Kaspersky topped 91 of 95 independent cybersecurity tests in 2024, with a 97% TOP3 finish rate, marking 12 years as industry leader globally.
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Kaspersky awarded top 'Strategic Leader' in EPR tests

Thu, 27th Mar 2025
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Kaspersky Endpoint Detection and Response Expert has been honoured as a 'Strategic Leader' for the third consecutive year in the 2024 AV-Comparatives test.
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VIPRE earns 'Strategic Leader' status in 2024 AV report

Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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VIPRE has been named a 'Strategic Leader' by AV-Comparatives for its endpoint solutions, scoring full marks against various cyberattack scenarios.
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Kaspersky updates mobile apps with enhanced security & UX features

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Kaspersky has launched upgraded iOS and Android apps, enhancing security and privacy features to meet the growing cybersecurity needs of mobile users.
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Kaspersky Standard scoops Product of the Year at AV-Comparatives

Wed, 31st Jan 2024
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Kaspersky Standard secures AV-Comparatives Product of the Year award, acknowledging its record-breaking performance in cybersecurity testing.
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Avast warns of AI-driven scams in Q3 Threat Report ahead of holiday season

Fri, 17th Nov 2023
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Avast's Q3 Threat Report reveals a surge in cyber threats, including adware, spyware, finance scams and AI-driven dating scams, during the holiday season.
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ESET PROTECT Enterprise named Strategic Leader in the AV-Comparatives EPR Report 2023

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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ESET PROTECT Enterprise secures 'Strategic Leader' spot in AV-Comparatives EPR Report 2023 due to its superior performance.
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ESET recognised as Strategic Leader in AV-Comparatives report

Fri, 27th Oct 2023
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ESEt's security software excelled above 11 other contenders in 50 real-world scenarios that tested capabilities in threat prevention and response.
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Norton launches Secure Browser to halt cyber criminals

Mon, 25th Sep 2023
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Norton launches Norton Secure Browser to protect consumers from browser-based cyber threats and unwanted tracking.
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Cyber threat risks reach three-year high – Avast

Wed, 16th Aug 2023
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Avast telemetry shows phishing and scams focused on human manipulation account for over 75% of all desktop detections.
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Criminals preying on generosity to steal donations: Avast

Fri, 7th Jul 2023
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Avast researchers have identified a video campaign from an organisation claiming to be collecting money for sick children, which are actually scam sites.
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Bitdefender, Sharp partner up for printer security

Fri, 28th Oct 2022
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The partnership enables the integration of Bitdefender antimalware technology into Sharp's new range of Future Workplace A3 multifunction printers.
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Exclusive: Bitdefender on ensuring cyber safety in today's threat landscape

Tue, 30th Aug 2022
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Bitdefender, the Romanian cybersecurity provider, aims to be a trusted expert as cybercrime grows and offers tailored security solutions.
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Kaspersky held leading position in 2021 TOP3 metric

Thu, 14th Apr 2022
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In 2021, Kaspersky's security portfolio held a leading position in the TOP3 metric, while taking first place in 76% of tests.
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ESET named strategic leader in endpoint prevention and response

Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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ESET achieved high scores in the categories of active prevention, passive response, and combined prevention/response capabilities, scoring 96%, 100%, and 98%.
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Avast launches a new firewall in latest product updates

Wed, 19th Jan 2022
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Avast has announced a new firewall will be packaged with its latest free and premium product updates for Windows.
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How does MSFT Defender compare to ESET?

Tue, 11th Aug 2020
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Although Microsoft Defender has gained market share and made some advancements in their offerings, it is not a silver bullet, writes Chillisoft's CEO.