I had a chance to speak with Sean Wright, one of the UK’s foremost experts in information security and the chapter leader of the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) in Scotland. What’s your background and how did you get started in cybersecurity? I am one of the co-leaders of the OWASP Scotland chapter and I work for a large company in their engineering department. I’m responsible for the online security applications, secure app development, documentation reviews and all of that it what I’m primarily focused on....

What new knowledge did you gain whilst writing the book? Writing the book helped me gain a realistic assessment of the opportunities and threats that digital transactions and currencies offer. I hope that this knowledge can be useful to system designers and policy makers as they make unavoidable compromises in building infrastructures, processes, laws and social organizations. The book Protocols for Secure Electronic Commerce is available for purchase on amazon. Finally, here’s the first chapter of Mr....

Acquisition Announcement Google announced its plans to buy Fitbit back in November. At first sight, it seemed to be the perfect fit. Google has struggled getting into the wearables market, and Fitbit has struggled with its growth. Fitbit’s market share has been continuously threatened by companies like Apple and Samsung. The deal that was on the table in November valued Fitbit at $2.1 billion. Fitbit stated that “Google is an ideal partner to advance our mission....

Crucial Data Stolen On the night of 12 July this year, major Indian food manufacturer Haldiram’s suffered a ransomware attack. The IT department first received notice that some of the dispatch orders had been held up. Following further investigations, Haldiram’s IT department found that all the company’s servers had been hacked. The leaked data included highly sensitive information, such as financial and employee information, as well as sales, purchases and inventory data....

Military-Grade Pegasus Spyware NSO Group has repeatedly explained that governments, the military, intelligence agencies, and law enforcement use their spyware tool, Pegasus, to track down suspected terrorists and criminals. Moreover, they claim that they don’t have any knowledge of how their clients use its software or who they’re targeting. As a result, they can’t be blamed for it. However, security researchers and journalists worldwide have exposed major issues with Pegasus. Unknown perpetrators used the military-grade spyware tool to break into the phones of business people, heads of state, journalists, and activists, for example....

Security tools fooled The phishing message itself is relatively easy to recognize as malicious, as the full e-mail address does not include any version of EE’s brand name. This makes it all the more worrying that high-end business security solutions still fail to recognize these schemes. The message itself includes a vague statement about an error that is being fixed, and a few links to ‘login now’ and to ‘view billing’....

Apart from picking a solid VPN service, there are a few additional tricks to bypass VPN blocks: With VPN blocking methods being as sophisticated as they are, we recommend using NordVPN to ensure your online freedom and security. NordVPN comes with top-tier security features, thousands of servers around the world, unparalleled geo-unblocking capabilities, and bulletproof obfuscation. However, governments, ISPs, and many online services don’t look too kindly on VPN traffic....

Whether it’s your internet service provider (ISP), authorities, or malicious hackers, with a good VPN, third parties can no longer spy on you whenever you’re downloading something. A VPN we recommend for downloading anonymously is NordVPN. It’s a safe, privacy-minded VPN provider with a wide server network, extra security features, and excellent download speeds. These reasons, among others, are why users have a need for anonymous downloading. The fastest, simplest, and most effective way to get anonymity and security protection is by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)....

Now it’s time to enable the VPN. A VPN that works very well with virtual routers is ExpressVPN. What Is a Virtual Router? A virtual router is a program that pretends to be a regular router. It allows your computer to work like a Wi-Fi hotspot. Setting up a virtual router could be seen as a way of flipping the WiFi receiver in your PC. As a result, your computer is no longer able to receive WiFi signals, but it can transmit them....

Sideloading unofficial apps can compromise your online privacy and leave your device vulnerable to hackers. Luckily, a VPN can help you safely complete the installation process. VPNs encrypt your online activity, making it difficult for anyone to unscramble your data. That way, you don’t have to worry about Kodi leaving you vulnerable to cyber threats. I recommend ExpressVPN for Firestick. It’s easy to configure on Fire TV devices (including Firestick) and has robust security features that protect your privacy....

1. Choose your luggage carefully Are you traveling to a hotel and vacay-ing it up by the pool? Or are you going to be backpacking through cities and towns? Choosing the appropriate luggage is crucial when it comes to packing. You want something that you can identify (imagine trying to find your black suitcase among all the other black suitcases at baggage claim), and something that won’t be too hard to carry....

The best way to watch American Horror Stories from anywhere is with a VPN. By connecting to a US server, you can mask your actual location and get a new IP address. This way, you lead streaming services like Hulu into thinking you’re in a licensed region. I’ve tested 30+ VPNs, and ExpressVPN is my top recommendation. It has fast speeds and an extensive server network, which allows you to binge-watch American Horror Stories....

While fans in the U.S., U.K., and plenty of other countries have to cough up pay-per-view fees to watch all their favorite bouts, there are countries that can watch Glory PPVs for free. Regardless of where you are in the world, you can watch those free live streams of Glory Kickboxing too. With an easy-to-use cyber tool called a virtual private network (VPN), we’ll show you how it’s done!...

Unfortunately, Netflix uses geolocation software to block international viewers. But, you can bypass this block if you use a VPN. VPNs mask your IP address to hide your true location. This makes it look like you’re watching from within the US. With a VPN, you’ll be able to stream Netflix US’s entire catalog from anywhere in the world. A high-quality VPN will also encrypt your internet traffic. This will ensure that any personal details you enter online are unreadable to hackers and spies....

However, in some countries, users only pay $15 through Fite.tv. Viewers in the UK and Australia are paying half the US PPV price through other providers. If you want to watch live streams of Jake Paul vs. Tyron Woodley II at a discount, follow these steps: Tommy Fury was originally slated to fight against Jake Paul. However, Fury pulled out of the fight in early December due to a severe chest infection and a broken rib....

The only way to bypass geo-restrictions and watch Luca is to use a VPN service. A VPN will help change your IP address to another country where Disney+ is available. Now that Disney believes you are in the US, you can easily log in and watch your favorites. After testing 20+ VPNs to see which one is the best for streaming Disney+ and watching Luca, I’d recommend ExpressVPN because it offers the fastest and most reliable network....

By using a premium VPN, you can watch Mulan worldwide by connecting to a server in a Disney+ location. The VPN obtains an IP address from a licensed country, so Disney will think you’re watching Mulan from that location. Since there are plenty of VPNs to choose from, the quality can differ considerably. After testing over 20 VPNs, I discovered that the best VPN to watch Mulan is ExpressVPN. This is because of its exceptionally fast speeds which allowed me to stream without buffering....

The most straightforward way to watch Riverdale from anywhere is with a VPN. A VPN tricks streaming services into thinking you’re in the UK, so you can watch Riverdale on Netflix anywhere. After testing 30+ VPNs, I’d recommend ExpressVPN. Its SmartPlay feature makes watching Riverdale so simple. There’s no complicated setup — just select a UK server, and watch it from outside the country. It was a risk-free test for me because with ExpressVPN you can take advantage of a 30-day money-back guarantee....

While FXNOW can be accessed only from within the US, you can use a VPN to watch Season 9 of American Horror Story online from anywhere on the globe. Read on as we show you how. Enjoy Season 9 of American Horror Story with a VPN To securely bypass geo-restrictions and access any blocked website or streaming service, a VPN lets you change your real IP address and use a different one in your desired location....

A VPN is an easy-to-use software that hides your actual location and makes it look like you are connected from a different location. It does this by swapping your real IP address, which shows your location, with an IP from another country. After testing over 30 of the top VPNs in the market, I found ExpressVPN to be, by far, the best VPN for watching SonyLIV. It has lightning-fast connection speeds and reliable virtual Indian servers that can bypass geo-blocks and unblock SonyLIV with no issues....