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New Android, Google Play Security Update—2.3 Million Apps Blocked

Google has confirmed it has blocked more than 2.3 million apps as it publishes a new Android and Google Play security update—what you need to know.

Bleeping Computer · 3h

Google blocked 2.36 million risky Android apps from Play Store in 2024

Google blocked 2.3 million Android app submissions to the Play Store in 2024 due to violations of its policies that made them potentially risky for users.

Android Authority · 1d

Google leaned heavily on AI to stop malicious apps on the Play Store last year

AI became a hot topic. Its influence even bled into the Google Play security division, which used AI in 92% of app security reviews.

Android Headlines on MSN · 2d

Google Play Adds "Verified" Badge for VPN Apps

The reason for this new badge is to highlight apps “that prioritize user privacy and safety, help users make more informed choices about the VPN apps they use, and build confide

Android Police on MSN · 2d

The Play Store has a new badge to tell trustworthy VPN apps apart

Third-party validation for apps like VPNs is crucial for user safety. Google's new Verified badge in the Play Store ensures security for these apps. Specific criteria such as user reviews and encryption must be met for verification.

Google Pixel, Identity Check

Android Authority · 14h

Google rolls out Identity Check to protect you from muggers

Google's Identity Check feature, which provides another layer of security against thieves, is now available on Pixel phones.

9to5google · 21h

‘Identity Check’ widely rolling out to Google Pixel

Following last week’s announcement, Android’s Identity Check security feature is seeing wider availability on Google Pixel phones.

Direct Marketing News · 1d

Google releases new Android identity check

Stay secure with Google's latest Android update featuring enhanced identity verification measures for improved user protection.

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Chrome 132 Updated As Google’s Browser Security Nightmare Continues

Google has confirmed yet another security update, the third in as many weeks, for Chrome users on Linux, Mac and Windows—here ...

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Grab the Google Nest Doorbell for 22% off and get better home security

If you'll be away on vacation or soon, or you'd like to up your home's security, the Google Nest Doorbell is a great option, ...

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Don’t be so quick to click that Google Calendar invite. It could be a hacker’s trap

A phishing campaign uses Google Calendar to schedule fake meeting invitations that appear legitimate, redirecting targets to ...

Infosecurity-magazine.com6h

Google Blocked 2.36 Million Policy-Violating Apps

Google Play has blocked 2.36 million policy-violating apps from being published and banned 158,000 developer accounts associated with harmful activities in 2024.

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Over 1,300 Google Employees Have Signed a New Petition Asking For Job Security

Google laid off thousands of employees in the past two years, which has left some employees feeling insecure about keeping ...

Google report finds state-based hackers are using AI for research and content generation

The Google analysts found that instead of using AI to revolutionize their attacks, APT and IO actors appear to be leveraging ...

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Google will now automatically disable app permissions for risky apps, more updates announced

Google is stepping up its security game with new updates to its Play Protect service. All you need to know about the updates.

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Google Employees Launch Petition to Save Their Jobs

Learn more about the petition from Google employees that hopes to stopped the onslaught of layoffs that have plagued the ...

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'Really anxious': Google workers, fearing layoffs, launch pressure campaign on CEO

Google workers are signing a petition by the Alphabet Workers Union pushing for job security against layoffs, as the specter ...

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