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Grace Macej

Grace is a passionate reader, writer, and editor who is plugged into the tech and security industries. On the Avast blog, she takes detailed looks at the many facets of the digital landscape and is on a mission to make security stories approachable and educational for everyone.

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Scary cybersecurity stories to tell in the dark

Turn off the lights and read these five fearsome frights.

31 Oct 2022 min read

It’s time to refresh your device

Here’s the key to improving performance and prolonging battery life.

27 Oct 2022 min read

Nearly half of UK adults don’t know their browsing history is visible to third parties

Our recent research shows that there’s a lack of knowledge when it comes to third parties accessing our search history and how this information is used.

10 Oct 2022 min read

Avast commits to becoming a founder of the OpenWallet Foundation

As a first step, Avast joins the newly formed Linux Foundation Europe as an inaugural member.

26 Sep 2022 min read

Top tips and tricks for back to school

We've rounded up our best back to school advice to help students and their families maintain online safety.

8 Sep 2022 min read

When it comes to tech knowledge, many parents believe their children have overtaken them

55% of parents across the UK have expressed concern about the fact their children are more clued up about tech than they are.

31 Aug 2022 min read

Avast joins industry leading foundations to enable global-scale digital trust

Avast joins several prominent digital trust and identity organizations to help people regain control of their digital identities and data.

30 Aug 2022 min read

What is vishing and how do I protect myself against it?

While there are a variety of vishing methods, the most common have recently centered on the theft of financial information or government IDs.

24 Aug 2022 min read

Back to school: Shopping cybersecurity 101

Learn your school’s policy regarding students’ computers and mobile devices, warn your kids about phishing, and be wary of public Wi-Fi.

23 Aug 2022 min read

We’re in the midst of a scamdemic — here’s what to do about it

Scams are reaching New Zealanders and Australians via multiple communications channels on a weekly basis.

23 Aug 2022 min read

Avast CISO Jaya Baloo discusses online safety for teachers and students

Cybersecurity in schools is the main topic of the latest Code Week podcast, featuring Avast CISO Jaya Baloo.

8 Aug 2022 min read

eIDAS 2.0: The latest developments

Looking ahead, there’s plenty of work left to do in order to make eIDAS 2.0 a reality.

29 Jul 2022 min read

Raising tech abuse awareness with a digital break-up kit

Our kit aims to empower women to take control of their devices and enable them to enjoy their digital freedom.

13 Jul 2022 min read

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Adolf Streda and Jakub Kaloc

Adolf Streda & Jan Sirmer

Agathe Neulet

Albert Soriano Grande

Alena Nohová

Alexej Savčin

Allan Thomson

Andre Munhoz Pinto

Andy Tobin

Armin Wasicek

Arne Uppheim

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