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Beyond antivirus: Other essential tools to protect your Mac

Muhammad Zulhusni — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 08:00:50 +0000

Macs were once thought to be nearly invincible from a cybersecurity perspective, but now face more threats than ever. Just a few years ago, Mac-specific malware was a rarity. In 2021, security specialist Patrick Wardle discovered eight new malware families that targeted the platform. By 2023, that number grew to 21. While this may seem... Read more »

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Epic Store debuts on EU iPhones

Ryan Daws — Fri, 16 Aug 2024 15:11:22 +0000

Epic Games has launched its own app store on iPhones in the EU. The launch comes in the wake of the EU’s Digital Markets Act, which has compelled Apple to open its platform to third-party app marketplaces. EU iPhone users can now access the Epic Games Store by visiting Epic’s website on their devices, provided... Read more »

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App Store policies spark Patreon backlash

Ryan Daws — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 16:23:03 +0000

Patreon, the platform empowering creators to build sustainable income through direct fan support, finds itself at odds with Apple over the tech giant’s stringent App Store policies. The latest dispute over App Store rules centres on Apple’s requirement for all iOS app transactions to be processed through their in-app purchase system, a move that Patreon... Read more »

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Apple, the EU, and the threat of sideloaded applications

Monique Becenti — Tue, 13 Aug 2024 16:04:50 +0000

A huge shift has just happened in the mobile security landscape: Apple’s release of iOS 17.04 in March 2024 has allowed users to sideload apps and use third party app stores. This has largely been done in an effort to comply with the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA). The DMA was introduced by the European... Read more »

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CocoaPods flaws highlight growing supply chain risks

Ryan Daws — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 15:02:36 +0000

Security researchers at E.V.A Information Security have uncovered several critical vulnerabilities in CocoaPods, a popular dependency manager for Swift and Objective-C projects. These vulnerabilities potentially expose millions of Apple devices to supply chain attacks, highlighting the growing risks associated with open-source software dependencies. CocoaPods, used in over three million mobile apps, plays a crucial role... Read more »

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Apple updates Developer app ahead of WWDC 2024

Ryan Daws — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 12:21:14 +0000

Apple has released an update to its Apple Developer app in preparation for WWDC 2024, scheduled to commence next Monday. The revamped Developer app will serve as the hub for 2024 session videos, 1-on-1 labs with Apple engineers and designers, and additional resources. Apple will stream the WWDC keynote event, the Platforms State of the... Read more »

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EU classifies iPadOS as a ‘gatekeeper’ subject to DMA rules

Ryan Daws — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:52:34 +0000

The European Commission has classified Apple’s iPadOS as a “gatekeeper” under the EU’s new tech competition rules, subjecting it to strict requirements aimed at promoting fairness and expanding consumer choice. “The Digital Markets Act is a dynamic tool which allows us to tackle the realities of digital markets,” said Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s competition chief... Read more »

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Apple enables web distribution for iOS developers targeting EU users

Ryan Daws — Wed, 17 Apr 2024 14:24:37 +0000

Apple has announced that iOS app developers targeting EU users are now able to directly offer downloads from their own websites. This shift comes as a response to the EU’s new Digital Markets Act (DMA), requiring major tech platforms to open up their ecosystems and ensure a more competitive market. Historically, Apple has maintained a... Read more »

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IDC expects Android to grow at ‘twice the pace of iOS’

Ryan Daws — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 12:12:23 +0000

IDC predicts that Android is set for significant growth in 2024, outpacing Apple’s iOS by a considerable margin. Amid shifting market dynamics, Android is expected to expand at “twice the pace” of iOS. The iPhone has always performed strongly in the US but its growth internationally has contributed to Android’s squeezed marketshare in recent years,... Read more »

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Apple responds to accusation of skirting antitrust ruling

Ryan Daws — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:32:13 +0000

Apple has requested that a judge dismisses a new complaint by Epic Games, which accuses the Cupertino-based company of failing to adhere to an earlier antitrust ruling. The dispute initially ignited when Epic Games implemented its own in-app payment system within the iPhone platform, effectively sidestepping the App Store’s standard 30 percent commission fee. Apple... Read more »

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