The threat — which was detected and fortunately patched by the company’s Threat Analysis Group — is called PREDATOR and it’s a type of spyware you definitely do not want on your device. Here’s how to know whether your particularly device is at risk and a few tips for keeping yourself safe online. The PREDATOR spyware can record audio on your device, allowing the malicious actor to hear virtually anything said near your smartphone....

The site has all the trimmings of a normal dating site, with boxes to check for body type, religion, and whether you want children. But adding the cause component makes a big difference: instead of letting you connect over an awkward coffee, YourCauseOrMine suggests local volunteer events to attend together. Besides minimizing the awkwardness, this kind of interaction can make for a more genuine “getting to know you.” When your date says “I’m very passionate about animal rights,” you might wonder if they’re trying to impress you; when they spend three hours at a dog shelter, that’s less likely....

While many of us would love to forget this year entirely, 2020 has brought upon some notable victories for a select few companies. From face mask manufacturers to toilet paper producers, the coronavirus pandemic has spurred some unexpected success stories across the business landscape. However, no business has benefited more from stay-at-home orders and remote work policies than Zoom, the video conferencing app that took the world by storm in March....

Bad Time Management Be productive! Longer working hours a day may not result in a better product or more successful product. Start your day early, avoid checking emails first thing in the morning, and get busy completing the major tasks for the day. Specify a specific time in the morning to catch up on emails. Use the first hour of your day to be productive in other areas. If there is a problem or a major issue, people should call or text you....

Recently, we reached out to 17 different companies that established their foundations internationally. What’s more, all 17 of them have – in one way or another – broken into various US markets. That is: they’ve all either opened offices in the US, moved their headquarters to the US, or built a sizable user base in the US – not an easy task. Tech.Co has partnered with Arlington Economic Development to bring you news and stories from the Arlington tech and startup region....

Office Pet Eegor spends his day breaking in pillows and comfy chairs at Grow, a digital agency in Norfolk, Virginia doing innovative work for pioneering brands.Ronak is a four-year-old Chocolate Lab, owned by CallFire’s President/Co-Founder, Komnieve Singh. Ronak has the nickname of “Sad Dog Ronak,” because he has the remarkable ability to appear forlorn and chagrined most of the time. He spends a great deal of the day asleep, but he does perk up around lunchtime when he prowls around the office and goes trashcan diving....

Once downloaded, these apps attempt to steal the user’s data, including personal information and even their photographs, as well as delivering pornographic adverts. In total, 29 apps were found to be harmful, which Google has since removed from the store. How do the Malicious Apps Work? Trend Micro identified the scam apps during wider research into security on the Google Play store. It found 29 separate photo apps that appeared to be genuine, but, once installed, were used to collect data from the user in several ways: Photo retention: The apps in the study were beauty camera apps, used to improve selfies or add graphics to photos....

Entrepreneurs are a special breed and come in all shapes and sizes. Some are very slow and methodical. Others are hyper-focused and aggressive. Khuram Dhanani is a combination of these characteristics. From a young age he was tireless and always on the move, always looking for the next deal. Here are three key lessons you should learn from this tech millionaire. 1. Master The Art of the Deal The success of most Silicon Valley tech entrepreneurs is widely attributed to their visionary abilities....

These are the three main preferences of Millennial customers so you know how to hit them with your eCommerce stores and marketing campaigns. 1. Breaking All the Rules A fashion boutique may have gone out of their way to target women because they believe that women shop for clothes the most. Nevertheless, this was proven wrong when the statistics came out to demonstrate that men now shop more than women do....

On-demand companies are transforming our world in major and minor ways. MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory found that Lyft’s and Uber’s ride-sharing services could decrease the number of cars on the road by 75 percent. Fewer vehicles on the road means reduced traffic, lowered carbon emissions, and potentially fewer crashes. Not every on-demand business is saving the planet or people, but the market trend has changed how we buy groceries, hire dog walkers, and book trips....

By splitting up into multiple niche verticals, brands and companies can better connect with a picky audience who might not be interested in one aspect of a company even though they love another. Niche Verticals Give You More Data to Play With Buzzfeed publisher Dao Nguyen, in an interview with Fast Company, discussed Buzzfeed’s approach: They have 90 Facebook pages, on topics ranging from “Buzzfeed Geeky” to “Buzzfeed Weddings.” Plenty of pages point to existing Buzzfeed verticals, but others simply live on Facebook....

However, practicing a new language can also be quite tedious, especially for children with short attention spans. The solution? Make it fun. We’ve collected five different apps that offer games and stories to make language learning more exciting. You may even find your child wants to use their free time to “play” with these entertaining apps. Rosetta Stone Kids Lingo Letter Sounds This vocabulary app is perfect for teaching Spanish words to kids ages 3-6....

No one wants to be left alone and plan-less on a Friday night or have to sit silently while the rest of their friends drone on about their amazing weekends. Luckily, there are apps to help ease that creeping feeling of FOMO. Thanks to these iOS and online meetup companies, all you have to do to preemptively dispose of your FOMO is pay heed to the apps that will optimize your social life....

However, if you know what type of blog posts people like to read or find value in, then it’s much easier to come up with topics and ideas for any niche possible. Funny articles, coupons, how to guides and resources are always some of the most commonly read and shared articles for millions of sites in the world today. This is exactly what we are going to be talking about in this article — showcasing five different blog types, while also giving you real examples of each....

But aside from football and beaches, Brazil has a lot to offer companies looking to grow and expand their business. Here are some reasons why you should consider building your startup in Brazil. Tech is hot The startup scene in various countries in Latin America has been buzzing for awhile now, and Brazil is no different. Brazil has seen an increase in the number of startups and investments in the ecosystem in recent years, especially in cities like Sao Paulo and Florianopolis....

A study of 30,000 British households in 2013 showed that spending on frozen foods was up by 11%, and spending on chilled ready meals was up by 19%. Also, the report showed that the time families have to spend in the kitchen preparing meals is now almost half of what it was in the 1990s. Despite these figures, the kitchen still remains the heart of the home, for socialising rather than cooking it seems....

Fortunately, many people have gone through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and can provide a little advice on how to traverse the Startup Valley of Death. Competition Competition in every industry is fierce. Many industries have low barriers and access to capital is much easier than ever before. The only chance for survival for the startup companies is usually to find the niche market in a particular industry and differentiate themselves from other competitors....

Given the size of this health concern, its no wonder startups are popping up to address hearing loss in a variety of ways. Here’s a rundown on a few of the most prominent startups in the hearing impairment space. Audicus Since opening its doors in 2012, this New York startup has saved consumers over $40 million with its direct-to-consumer selling model: They offer “sleek hearing aid models and collaborations with iconic influencers....

You may have the best business idea in the world, but without proper branding, your success will be limited. Here is how to establish and build your brand for online success. Get to Know Your Brand All successful brands have one thing in common: they know exactly who they are. Think of your brand as a person – before you can introduce it to anyone else, you have to get to know it as well as possible....

Stagnation is a much bigger risk for people with a fixed mindset. If you have a fixed mindset, you basically believe that qualities like intelligence and skill are inborn – you either have it or you don’t. People with a “growth mindset” believe that intelligence and skill can be improved over time. It may seem obvious which mindset is correct, but many of us have a fixed mindset in practice....