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CelcomDigi unveils Spark eSIM app for flexible mobile plans

Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
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CelcomDigi launches Spark, an eSIM-only mobile app in Malaysia offering flexible plans from MYR RM15 with instant activation and no fixed contracts.
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Google & CSA join forces to boost Singapore cyber resilience

Thu, 23rd Oct 2025
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Google and Singapore's Cyber Security Agency renew partnership to enhance national cybersecurity with AI tools and public-private training initiatives.
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AI apps & short-form dramas drive new mobile growth trends

Fri, 17th Oct 2025
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AI apps hit 1.5bn downloads, short-form dramas surge, and third-party Android stores open new growth paths in mobile through 2025, says Mintegral.
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Broader Facebook malvertising hits android with crypto-stealing RAT

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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A Facebook malvertising campaign is targeting Android users in the EU with Brokewell malware disguised as a fake TradingView app to steal crypto assets.
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StarHub launches ScamSafe app to combat scam calls in Singapore

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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StarHub launches ScamSafe app in Singapore to block scam calls and SMS, offering free six-month access before a monthly subscription begins.
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Glance unveils AI-powered shopping app for personalised style

Thu, 22nd May 2025
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Glance has launched Glance AI, a global platform offering personalised, photorealistic, AI-curated fashion shopping via selfies and images on mobile apps.
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Pairs dating app enters South Korea with AI match feature

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Pairs dating app launches in South Korea with AI-driven matching, aiming to connect singles seeking serious, value-based relationships and marriage.
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New Android malware exploits NFC to steal funds instantly

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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A new MaaS platform, Supercard X, exploits Android NFC tech allowing cybercriminals to swiftly steal funds, raising urgent security concerns, especially in Asia.
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Bitdefender uncovers massive Google Play Store ad fraud

Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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Bitdefender has exposed a vast ad fraud operation on the Google Play Store, involving over 330 malicious apps and more than 60 million global downloads.
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Mandiant partners with Android team to tackle concealed malware

Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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Mandiant and the Android Security Team have partnered to enhance tools that detect concealed malware in Android applications, bolstering user safety.
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Zscaler report reveals surge in mobile cyberthreats

Wed, 4th Dec 2024
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Zscaler's latest report reveals over 200 malicious apps in Google Play, urging organisations to enhance mobile security amid rising mobile threats.
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Study finds 53% of paid Android VPNs leak user data

Fri, 22nd Nov 2024
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A study by Top10VPN.com reveals over 50% of paid Android VPN apps leak user data, highlighting significant security flaws in popular services.
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Trimble updates CoPilot for improved fleet navigation & safety

Wed, 2nd Oct 2024
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Trimble's updated CoPilot enhances fleet navigation with a refreshed user interface, improved trip planning, and advanced safety features, boosting driver efficiency.
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Check Point reveals first mobile crypto drainer on Google Play

Fri, 27th Sep 2024
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Check Point Research has exposed the first mobile crypto drainer app on Google Play, which stole USD $70,000 worth of digital assets from at least 150 users.
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Trading app downloads surge 47% year-on-year in 2024

Thu, 12th Sep 2024
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Trading app downloads soar by 47% in 2024, with 7.3 million new users added, reports SplitMetrics. Trade Republic leads new user gains, Robinhood tops lifetime downloads.
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NETS unveils Android-based contactless payment solution in SG

Thu, 15th Aug 2024
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NETS launches NETS SoftPOS, turning Android devices into contactless payment terminals. Merchants can now accept card, QR, and mobile payments seamlessly.
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Adjust launches Google Play Games integration for PC analytics

Fri, 15th Mar 2024
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Adjust integrates with Google Play Games on PC to boost metrics efficiency for mobile gaming app developers, using Google's Play Install Referrer API to directly attribute installs to PC campaigns.
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TangoPay partners with Currencycloud for enhanced FX services

Mon, 4th Mar 2024
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UK fintech TangoPay partners with Currencycloud, boosting their remittance service for UK expats by offering real-time competitive FX rates and diverse payment options.
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Temu achieves MASA certification for its mobile app security

Wed, 21st Feb 2024
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Boston-based eCommerce firm, Temu, has achieved Mobile Application Security Assessment certification, validating its commitment to user data security, following stringent tests by independent agency DEKRA.
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Philips MediaSuite hospitality TV sales surpass 500k units

Fri, 16th Feb 2024
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PPDS has marked a significant milestone, with sales of its Philips MediaSuite hospitality TVs - favourites among global hotel chains for in-room entertainment.