Anthony Spadafora

Anthony Spadafora is the senior security and networking editor at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and malware to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with a strong Wi-Fi signal. Before joining the team, he spent three years covering cybersecurity and B2B tech for ITProPortal while living in South Korea. After moving back to the US. Anthony joined the TechRadar Pro team where he covered these topics along with VPNs, web hosting, online collaboration software and video conferencing. He also has his ears to the ground and is on the lookout for the next major cyberattack or data breach. Based in Houston, Texas, Anthony also handles VPN testing for both Tom’s Guide and TechRadar. As someone who has worked from home exclusively since 2018, he has reviewed dozens of standing desks and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently rearranges desk setups which is why he’s such a big advocate for cable management and keeping things organized. When he’s not writing, he can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and making upgrades to his smart home.

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

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Conflicts of Interest

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  • Has a bias towards Apple products and news
  • May have conflicts of interest with VPN or web hosting companies

Contradictions

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Deceptions

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Recent Articles

GoldPickaxe Trojan: Stealing Biometric Data from iOS Users

GoldPickaxe Trojan: Stealing Biometric Data from iOS Users

Broke On: Saturday, 17 February 2024 The GoldPickaxe trojan, discovered by Group-IB in February 2024, targets both Android and iOS devices to steal biometric data such as facial recognition and identity documents. It also intercepts SMS messages to gain unauthorized access to victims' bank accounts.

Apple Plans Major iPad Lineup Refresh in Early 2024

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 Apple is planning a major refresh of its iPad lineup in early 2024, including new iPad Air and iPad Pro models. The iPad Air is expected to come in two sizes, 10.9 inches and 12.9 inches, with the larger version being more affordable than the iPad Pro. The iPad Pro models are rumored to feature OLED displays and may include a glass back for wireless charging. Apple is also planning to release a MacBook Air M3 with updated chips. Apple has confirmed that RCS texting will be coming to the iPhone in 2024.