The Eyes Alliances are international intelligence-sharing agreements between governmental bodies. Participating countries are known to spy on their citizens through various means, acquiring sensitive and private information that may be shared with the other members of the alliance. But what exactly does that mean for you? And will a VPN really protect you from these threats to your privacy? The answer is yes — but only if you choose a quality and trustworthy VPN....

My team and I tested over 60 VPNs to find the best ones for Italy. All the VPNs on my list have a global network of high-speed servers in Italy and abroad to easily get around geo-restrictions. They also come with robust security measures like AES 256-bit encryption, a kill switch, and a no-logs policy to protect your privacy. I recommend ExpressVPN for Italy. It has servers in 94 countries (including Italy) to access anything from Hulu to Rai News 24....

Only the best VPNs give you reliable access to global content. In addition, they protect you from snoops and hackers, especially while using public WiFi in the Czech Republic. My team and I tested over 70 VPNs and found ExpressVPN is the best service for the Czech Republic. Its vast server network lets you access geo-restricted content globally (including in Czechia), with fast speeds for streaming. You can try ExpressVPN for yourself risk-free since it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee....

However, this new found freedom also opens up the potential for cybercriminals to scam students. Student scams are now almost part of university life. In many ways, students offer the perfect ‘phishing-ground’ for cybercriminals. Students are high tech users, who spend a lot of time on social media, and are mobile natives. Generation Z or those born after 1995, are described as being “tethered” to their mobile devices and social media....

Cybercrime is a mixed bag. It describes threats and attacks on anything digital, such as data and IT resources. The impact of such attacks are widespread and include both financial losses as well as downtime and reputation damage. It is a crime that keeps on giving too. The cybercriminal network is far and wide and reaches out to the most sinister of networks, the dark web, where stolen information is bought and sold to commit further crimes....

A VPN encrypts your data and allows you to bypass geographical internet restrictions. While the junta has made VPN use illegal in Myanmar, people don’t see any other way to stay in contact with each other and access information. If you are looking to use a VPN in Myanmar, stay cautious and only use the most trustworthy VPNs: ExpressVPN is the only premium VPN that can provide a Myanmar IP address, plus it offers fast speeds and robust security and privacy....

What to Look For in a VPN in Saint Louis, Missouri Speed is a prime consideration when looking at VPN options. You don’t want your connection to lag just because you’re protecting your identity online. It’s a good idea to have options for the different things you do online. Some VPNs, for example, offer configurations especially for peer-to-peer activities or HD streaming. Security is another key concern for anyone exploring the world of VPNs....

That’s why I decided to test out all the major VPNs on the market to see which ones were best to watch Voot from outside India. The 5 VPNs on this list provide fast connections for streaming, and are all easy to use. It was hard to pick a winner, but ExpressVPN is my #1 choice for watching Voot. It gave me the best overall performance, and is compatible with most devices....

Political opposition Social media platforms Currency exchange websites But a VPN can help citizens of Venezuela, and tourists, circumvent these bans. With a VPN you can access the internet through a server in another country and enjoy the web with more freedom. Surfshark is one of the best VPN-provider and it isn’t even that expensive. In response to repeated anti-government demonstrations, the ruling United Socialist Party of Venezuela has closed spaces for public discussions, clamped down on free speech, attacked and imprisoned online journalists, blocked access to websites, and passed laws that increased the government’s internet censorship powers....

Virtual private networks (VPNs) encrypt your connection and hide your identity online, but that alone does not keep away the hackers. It takes a bulletproof VPN to protect you from malware. NordVPN is one premium service that includes anti-malware protection, thanks to its CyberSec suite. So what exactly is this feature, how does it work, and should you use it? (Spoiler alert: yes!) We did a deep dive on CyberSec, and below you’ll find all you need to know about the extra layer of protection this VPN offers....

Gericke, along with Marc Baier and Ryan Adams, agreed to pay over $1.68 million to resolve the charges levied by the DOJ. Gericke’s share in the fine amounts to $335,000. Project Raven involved the development and deployment of hacking and surveillance tools for the UAE government. Allegedly, US nationals and activists critical of the UAE’s human rights record were targeted by these tools. ExpressVPN has put out an official response seeking to assure customers of their commitment to a free, secure and private internet....

Unknown Hacker Finds SSNs, Driver’s Licenses in HR In a Dec. 29 notification letter to consumers, Five Guys said the security incident may have involved personal information connected to the company’s “employment process” — most likely the chain’s recruiting system where applicants upload their resumes and CVs. Exposed files included the names, Social Security numbers, and driver’s license numbers of these individuals, according to Turke & Strauss LLP, the data breach law firm investigating the incident....

Before writing the book, we were unaware of how often people were victimized by friends or family members rather than criminals at large. We also learned a lot about medical identity theft and how thieves can steal the identities of people who died for their personal benefit. Where can one acquire your book? Following is the first chapter of Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft, Internet Scams & Phone Scams (Staying Safe Online Series Book 1) by Brett Christensen and Deborah Christensen...

Google attributes the attacks to Italian spyware vendor RCS Labs, adding that it has found victims in Italy and Afghanistan. Attacks Begin With Malicious Links Sent via SMS to Targets Members of Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG) and Project Zero have worked together and published their findings on the campaign. A typical attack starts with a target receiving a malicious link over SMS, claiming to be the official app of a popular messaging or carrier service....

Secure Passwords Google is worried about password protection for a reason. Research has shown that 52 percent of people reuse their passwords for several accounts. And even worse, thirteen percent use the same password for every account they have. It is understandable that people reuse passwords. First of all, it’s not that easy to think of a password that is secure and easy enough to remember. And secondly, nowadays you need an online account for almost everything, and it’s hard to keep track of all of these passwords....

Why did you decide to write Hack-Proof Your Life Now? Back in 2013, we’d been following the growing concerns about identity theft for quite a few years. We work with financial planners and it’s a topic many of their clients are deeply concerned about. Once the Target breach hit late that year, we began to realize a few things: Everyone’s personal identifiable information is at risk. The companies and institutions we’ve shared that information with have done a terrible job of protecting it....

On Monday, August 30th, 2021, another notable high-risk vulnerability was reported. The vulnerability pertains to open-source software provider, IBM subsidiary company Red Hat, Inc., and can result in the complete compromise of a system that isn’t patched with the latest security fix. Who Are Red Hat? Red Hat is a multi-billion dollar IBM subsidiary company that provides open-source software. According to the official website, “Red Hat delivers hardened, open source solutions that make it easier for enterprises to work across platforms and environments, from the core datacenter to the network edge....

You can use a VPN to unblock Binance from anywhere, including Canada. VPNs conceal your original IP address and assign you a fresh one from a different location. This way, you can lead Binance into thinking that you are in a different region and access the platform without restrictions. I tested 40+ VPNs and shortlisted the ones that unblock Binance. In my tests, ExpressVPN stood out as the best performer due to its advanced security features and reliable server connection....

The best way to avoid Netflix VPN blocks is to use a VPN that’s known not to have issues with it. But if that still doesn’t work, there are multiple fixes you can try, which I’ll be covering below. Overall, ExpressVPN is my top recommendation for bypassing Netflix VPN blocks. It has a massive server network that can consistently access 20+ Netflix libraries without being detected. Plus, its superfast speeds let you stream without slowdowns....

For internet freedom, Iceland is a top choice. Connect to a VPN server in Iceland if you’re looking for anonymity when browsing online. For unblocking streaming services, use an American VPN server or one located in Canada. These countries have few internet restrictions and have the two biggest Netflix libraries outside of Japan. CyberGhost can unblock American Netflix. For speedy connections when online gaming, choose your VPN server carefully. Use a server that’s not too far from the online game’s servers and your own home country....