However, for this method to work, everyone needs to share their real IP address. This can put your online privacy at risk as you can’t be sure there are no hackers on the network. This article explains in detail how torrenting technology works and its safety. I also clarify what sets torrenting apart from regular downloads and whether it’s legal to use this software at all. Plus, I put together a handy list of popular torrenting terms in alphabetical order for better understanding....

The issues involve how user data is collected and used and how information is shared with other Facebook units. WhatsApp said that it disagrees with the decision and called the fine disproportionate. WhatsApp’s User Communications Were Inadequate Ireland’s Data Privacy Commissioner (DPC) is the lead data privacy regulator for Facebook in the European Union. The Commission issued the fine on behalf of a board representing all of its EU counterparts....

So out of the blue is this turn of events that even some senators can’t quite believe it just happened. One such senator, Ed Markey, was quoted as saying that ISP now stands for Information Sold for Profit and Invading Subscriber Privacy. What Exactly Is Going to Change? The likes of Google and Facebook have been free to make astounding amounts of money from selling users data to the advertisers....

So, I tested some of the major VPNs on the market, and made a list of the best ones to watch M1 and M2. My strongest recommendation as of 2023 is ExpressVPN. ExpressVPN shows excellent results in streaming, as the service offers high-speed servers and is very easy to use. Additionally, ExpressVPN’s 30-day money-back guarantee gives you the opportunity to try it completely risk-free. If you don’t like it, you can always ask for a refund....

Not all VPNs can give you access to RTE. Some are simply too slow. Others may have frequent downtimes and usability issues. We tested all of the most popular VPNs to find which ones were the best for RTE. These are the top 3 VPNs you can use to stream RTE. Each of these services provide a first-class experience. While they are all beginner-friendly, some of them offer more advanced features for power users....

I’ve tested the leading VPNs on the market with various Danish platforms such as 6’eren, TV2, but also Kanals 3 and 4. The best VPNs to watch Danish TV made my top 5, which you can read more about below. They all offer stable and consistent servers with solid speeds, their apps are user-friendly, and they come with a variety of useful features. All three of these VPNs can get you quick and easy access to Danish TV platforms by going through their geo-blocks and firewalls like they are no big deal....

But what if we told you that the privacy of 4chan users is not protected as well as you think? The website stores the IP addresses of its users, which means that anyone from hackers to government agents could trace your comments and images back to you. On top of that, there are some countries where 4chan is unavailable because of geoblocks or censorship. That’s why if you want to access 4chan from anywhere in the world and keep your identity safe, you need to use a trustworthy VPN....

After testing 80+ VPNs, my team and I found the best ones to use in Belgium. These VPNs all offer a global network of high-speed servers for accessing the content you need. They also come with high-level encryption, a kill switch, and a no-logs policy to protect your data from hackers and snoops. ExpressVPN is my top choice for Belgium. It can easily unblock international and local content while keeping you safe online....

My team and I tested over 80 VPNs and shortlisted the ones that let you play FFXIV without lag or interruptions. The services on this list offer superfast speeds, large server networks, and strong security features to shield you against hackers and DDoS attacks. My recommendation is ExpressVPN. It provides ultra-fast speeds, access to a worldwide server network so you can play on any FFXIV server, and most importantly, it’s super secure....

My team and I tested 60+ VPNs to find the best ones for Michigan. I also made sure all the VPNs on my list have servers in neighboring States or the US in general so you can easily access your streaming subscriptions like ESPN+, Hulu, and Netflix US. All of them also offer robust protection from online threats and top-level privacy. ExpressVPN outshines my expectations. It displays high, consistent speeds, is compatible accross all devices, and gives you access to all your streaming libraries....

However, a tried-and-tested VPN can help you securely unblock international (and local) websites with ease. VPNs lend you an IP address for the location of your choice, allowing you to access sites and services from that region. As a bonus, they can also enhance your online privacy and minimize the risks of cyber threats. So you can do your online banking safely on unsecured hotspots in Amsterdam. My team and I tested 35 VPNs, and my top recommendation is ExpressVPN....

Now, you can add laptops, tablets, and smartphones to that list as well. It’s not a matter of choice — in many cases, you simply need your devices to get work done or keep yourself connected while you’re away. But for all the added comfort and accessibility, you are much more vulnerable to online threats. This article sets out the risks of going online while you’re traveling, as well as how to keep your personal information secure in the face of danger....

My team and I don’t condone illegal torrenting, so my first suggestion is to check the rules and regulations in your country. However, even for legal torrenting, it’s critical to use a VPN with airtight privacy standards. So, we tested over 300 VPNs to find the safest for accessing The Pirate Bay. My first choice is ExpressVPN because of its tough security features and P2P-optimized network. Plus, it offers budget-saving deals and coupons....

Customer Data Possibly Compromised Following a security incident that involved a third-party vendor, Singapore’s telecom firm Singtel discovered on February 9 that “some files were illegally accessed”. The attack apparently affected a file sharing system that Singtel was using, called File Transfer Appliance (FTA). The system was developed two decades ago by a private cloud solutions company, Accellion. Singtel did not provide details on the data in question, not did they say how many customers were affected....

What is Ring? Ring as a surveillance camera It’s this final functionality, i.e. Ring Doorbell’s surveillance capabilities, that has had most people up in arms. Not to mention the Ring Neighbors App. A neighborhood watch app that also allows users to opt-in to having their camera footage disclosed to law enforcement agencies. Concerns Surrounding Ring Video Doorbells The Ring’s video doorbells have raised many concerns. However, the three major concerns relate to breaches of privacy, lax corporate security practices and civil liberties violations....

What is IoT Basically, Internet of Things (IoT) is the concept of connecting any device with an on-off switch to the internet, as well as each other. Such connected devices are many and varied, with most people having heard of these in connection with smart homes. IoT devices in the home include everything from coffee makers, washing machines, headphones, light fixtures, and wearable devices. They range from everyday devices, such as toys and smartphones, to important security devices, such as smart door locks and home security systems....

I’ve tested all the major VPNs on the market to find out which offers the fastest connection speeds, so that you won’t miss one goal, one wicket, or spectaculous overtake. After all, the heart-stopping moment shouldn’t be waiting for the stream to stop buffering! I recommend ExpressVPN as the number 1 choice for watching Sky Sports – and you can try it risk-free today because it has a 30-day money-back guarantee....

About Cerber In 2017, Cerber was an extremely popular ransomware application amongst cybercriminals. It was the dominant ransomware software accounting for 90% of all Windows-based ransomware attacks. Then in 2018, Cerber went quiet, leading security researchers to think that Cerber had died. However, it came back last year with new tricks up its sleeves. “Although old malware variants such as Cerber tend to resurface, these are often re-factored to include new tricks, though at the core are still leveraging tried and true techniques,” said Greg Foss, senior cybersecurity strategist at VMware Carbon Black....

China’s Great Firewall is Getting Stronger The Chinese government upholds one of the most restrictive internet censorship programs in the world, also known as the Great Firewall of China. This highly controversial firewall blocks a range of foreign websites, slows down internet traffic, and limits freedom of speech. Over the years, China has further tightened its grip. Recently, Chinese authorities introduced new rules to prevent under 18s from gaming more than 3h per week....

WebEx Teams Hacked A former Cisco Systems Inc employee, Sudhish Kasaba Ramesh, hacked into Cisco’s systems and deleted over 450 virtual machines. 16,000 Accounts Affected The deletion of the virtual machines caused outages to Cisco’s WebEx Teams customers for two weeks. The hack affected some 16,000 WebEx Teams accounts and caused Cisco to have to restore parts of its cloud infrastructure. WebEx Teams provides video meetings, video messaging, file sharing, and other collaboration tools....