Android Police | The artist formerly known as Hangouts Meet has seen a number of welcome improvements in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, but until now only G Suite users have been able to use it free of charge. Google has just announced in a blog post that this restriction is being lifted, however, and anyone with a Gmail account will be able to use Google Meet for absolutely nothing.

Forbes | Google has warned of yet more security vulnerabilities in Chrome 81, which was only launched three weeks ago. Google has confirmed two new high-rated security vulnerabilities affecting Chrome, prompting yet another update since the release of Chrome 81 on April 7.

Graham Cluley | News comes this week that the criminals behind the Shade ransomware not only decided to stop spreading their attacks at the end of last year, but they have also now released over 750,000 decryption keys to help victims restore their precious data.

ZDNet | Google announced new rules for the Chrome Web Store in an attempt to cut down the number of shady Chrome extensions submitted and listed on the site.

Forbes | When a talented candidate reaches your pool of applicants, you may need to convince them to join your company over a competitor’s. Members of Forbes Technology Council share some strategies you can use to successfully snag top industry talent.

Computerworld | As workers were forced home due to the COVID-19 crisis, the potential for shadow IT went with them to their remote offices. However, it doesn't need to pose a risk. In fact, it could prove to be an asset.

Several People are Typing | Apps from Doodle, Cisco Webex, Freshdesk, and more now include shortcuts—built-in actions for using your favorite tools right in Slack.