In this guide, I provide detailed instructions on how to configure a VPN on your router, share your internet connection from a VPN-enabled device to your smart TV, and use Smart DNS. If you have a reliable VPN, you can pick the most suitable method and connect within minutes. To make sure you have the best experience streaming on your big screen, I also tested dozens of VPNs. ExpressVPN is the easiest VPN to set up on your Samsung smart TV using any of the 3 methods....

While you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to watch 6play from anywhere, this could be considered copyright infringement and breaches broadcast restrictions. My colleagues and I do not condone this behavior. If you’re in France, I recommend getting ExpressVPN to watch 6play risk-free. It offers superfast streaming speeds and top security. You can try it risk-free as all offers are covered by a 30*-day money-back guarantee. I canceled my option over live chat and got a full refund three days later....

One theoretical way to stream Black Widow would be by using a VPN to get a US IP address and access Disney+. However, this goes against the platform’s terms and conditions, and my team and I do not condone any illegal activity like circumventing geoblocks. Nonetheless, even if Black Widow is streaming on Disney+ in your country, you should get a VPN to ensure safety while watching it. I consider ExpressVPN the safest choice, and you can even try ExpressVPN risk-free....

Invasive ads are a sly marketing ploy to get you to sign up for YouTube Premium. But there’s a cheaper and easier way that beats all of the other quickly-obsolete methods I tested — using a top-tier VPN with built-in ad-block stops ads in their tracks. A service like PIA can effectively block YouTube ads with its MACE feature, designed to detect and stop ads for a smooth viewing experience....

The Internet Archive faced multiple cyberattacks, causing significant service disruptions. A breach on Zendesk exposed sensitive data from 33 million users. Hackers retained access, sending emails posing as official support. In a new development, the organization suffered a breach on its Zendesk email support platform. This breach occurred after repeated alerts regarding the theft of exposed GitLab authentication tokens by malicious actors, as reported by BleepingComputer (BC). On Sunday morning, The Verge reported receiving an email from “The Internet Archive Team” in response to a query they sent on October 9....

Although encrypted HTTPS connections have made public WiFi safer than before, there are still risks. The best way to prevent cyber criminals from accessing your personal information is to connect to a VPN when using airport WiFi. It will encrypt your traffic and hide your activities. I tested over 60 services and found that ExpressVPN is the best VPN to secure your WiFi connections in airports and get fast speeds for all your online activities....

I’ve done the hard work for you by comparing Ivacy and PureVPN so you can decide which one to get. My tests were extensive, covering every possible category including speed, security features, pricing, device compatibility, whether it works in China, and more. Based on the data I collected, I recommend PureVPN — it’s faster, uses quantum-resistant encryption, and unblocks streaming channels reliably. PureVPN also comes with a 31-day money-back guarantee so you can try it without any risk....

According to the announcement, it took Lovable just eight months to surpass the $100 million milestone in subscription revenue after reaching its first $1 million. The company also introduced a new AI agent as part of the update. Lovable became the fastest-growing start-up to reach $100 million in revenue in history. The company raised $200 million in a Series A round last week. The startup also launched an AI agent called Lovable Agent for more complex tasks....

The primary objective of this malware is stealing data that includes browsing history, login credentials, bookmarks, password managers, two-factor authentication (2FA) and crypto wallet extensions. Meduza also uses a variety of Windows APIs to collect system information from the victim’s machine. This includes computer name, CPU details, hardware ID and RAM details, usernames, timezone, operating system details, public IP address, system build, screenshots, and geographical location. The malware with a self-terminating capability does not use any obfuscation techniques, rather it immediately terminates its attack on the targeted host if the connection to the attacker’s server fails....

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has announced that it will start using public posts and comments shared by adult users in the European Union, as well as interactions with its Meta AI chatbot, to train its artificial intelligence models. EU users can opt out via a simple objection form. Meta AI launched in Europe after delays over privacy concerns. Regulators and privacy groups previously opposed Meta’s AI data plans....

In a published article Trend Micro disclosed that the malware which continues to avoid detection (on VirusTotal) can capture screenshots and user input. It also utilizes a customized command and control (C2) protocol based on rarely used protocol buffers (Protobuf) to boost performance when transferring large volumes of data. While the mode of phishing link distribution to victims remains unclear, researchers believe that the malware is being distributed via websites disguised as official app stores....

The two-way Joy-Con charger offers more flexibility than third-party alternatives from Hori and PowerA. The charging stand can charge two consoles simultaneously without needing them to be attached to the Switch handheld. It draws power from the Switch’s dock through the USB-C port or any other power adapter, and its vertical support can be removed for increased portability. The charger is compatible with Switch Family Computer controllers (Famicom), and per the screenshots shared on X/Twitter, it can also be used for Switch Online NES consoles....

Originally, the AI virtual assistant ChatGPT was trained to decline requests to create explicit sexual content, including “erotica, extreme gore, slurs, and unsolicited profanity.” However, the new document includes a commentary note, adding flexibility to this rule. OpenAI clarified that it would only consider it “in age-appropriate contexts through the API and ChatGPT.” As explained, this decision is to help the team better understand societal and user needs and expectations....

According to the recent Contracts announcement published by the U.S. Department of Defense, with the new funding, OpenAI will research, develop, test, and evaluate technologies to address national security concerns. The project will be conducted in collaboration with the Department’s Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO). The U.S. Department of Defense awarded OpenAI a one-year, $200 million contract. The project will address critical national security challenges across both warfighting and enterprise domains....

Generative AI has spread contagiously across tech companies and the population worldwide, and manufacturers are responding to this trend by integrating AI into their products at an incredibly fast pace. The AI hype is real and everywhere. It’s hard to tell how big of an impact it is already having in our lives or predict what’s going to happen even next year, but experts have realized it will certainly have a substantial impact on e-waste....

A dangerous Android banking malware known as Anatsa has launched a new wave of attacks on users across the United States and Canada, according to ThreatFabric researchers. It hides in fake apps uploaded to the Google Play Store. Over 50,000 users downloaded a malicious “PDF Update” app. Malware performs fraud via fake overlays on banking apps. The researchers say that this marks at least the third time the malware has shifted its focus to North American mobile banking customers, and it’s doing so using familiar and successful techniques....

First published: Aug 11, 2020 Updated 2 times since publishing I discovered that PC Matic is good — but it’s not as powerful as leading brands like Norton 360 or TotalAV. While PC Matic did successfully block all existing malware in scans, I was disappointed that “SuperShield” didn’t manage to detect 100% of recently released cyberthreats. In addition, PC Matic lacks a lot of features that I often see in other antivirus programs, like password managers, VPNs, firewalls, and parental controls....

A new wave of malware known as PixPirate is spreading rapidly, primarily targeting banking users in Brazil and India, with its reach extending to Italy and Mexico. It spreads through phishing messages via SMS and WhatsApp from infected devices. The malware disguises itself as a legitimate financial app for authentication or updates. The malware remains hidden by not displaying an icon on the home screen. Security researchers from Trusteer Lab have identified this threat, highlighting its sophisticated techniques that trick users into downloading malicious apps disguised as legitimate financial tools, as reported by Security Intelligence....

The ball-shaped robot, which has been in development since 2020, will now incorporate Google’s Gemini AI through a new partnership between Samsung and Google Cloud. Google’s Gemini AI enables real-time, multimodal interaction. Ballie supports voice, image, and environmental data processing. Tasks include reminders, home control, and wellbeing suggestions. According to Samsung, the integration with Gemini will enable Ballie to process and respond to different types of input, including voice commands, images from its onboard camera, and data from environmental sensors, in real time....

The group, also known as Jade Sleet or TraderTraitor, has stolen over $1 billion in crypto assets and continues to launch sophisticated attacks aimed at generating income for the DPRK regime. Malware activates after checking the victim’s location and system configuration. Malware runs in memory, leaving no trace on hard drives. RN Stealer collects usernames, apps, and directories from macOS systems. According to cybersecurity researchers at Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42, Slow Pisces contacts developers on LinkedIn pretending to be recruiters....