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While TeamViewer offers solid basic remote desktop features, commercial users must pay for a offer. It does nothing to protect your data from third parties, bypass location blocks, or hide your connection from hackers like a traditional VPN. You should still use an app like ExpressVPN to protect yourself from cyberthieves, malware, and other online threats while using TeamViewer. Editor’s Note: Transparency is one of our core values at WizCase, so you should know we are in the same ownership group as ExpressVPN....

TikTok fired nearly 500 employees in Malaysia on Wednesday and more layoffs are expected globally AI will replace most content moderation jobs as it has taken over 80% of the operations ByteDance has over 110,000 workers across 200 cities worldwide According to Reuters, an anonymous source from TikTok confirmed this Friday that nearly 500 employees in Malaysia were affected. The workers were informed this Wednesday via email, and most of them were part of the content moderation operations....

Starting this week, Tinder requires all new users from California to complete facial recognition verification, as first reported by Axios. The new “Face Check” tool has been confirmed by Match Group executives designed to fight fake accounts, online impersonation, and bots. Tinder now requires facial recognition for new users in California. Face Check uses video selfies and biometric tech for verification. Verified users receive a badge; selfie video is then deleted....

According to the automaker, this breach was also a result of database misconfiguration of its cloud environment which are managed by TOYOTA Connected Corporation (TC). The cloud service company features a subscription model which allows Toyota customers to use internet in cars to access audio, multimedia, location services and emergency assistance. The customer and vehicle information which was publicly available could be accessed by anyone who knew where to search....

Attributed to the same developer, the applications automatically launch without any user input to exfiltrate sensitive user data. The applications identified as ‘’File Recovery and Data Recovery (com.spot.music.filedate)’’ show over a million installations. While the ‘’File Manager (com.file.box.master.gkd)’’ has been installed over 500,000 times. According to the mobile security company Pradeo, the applications claim that no user data is collected. However, the company’s behavioral analysis engine discovered that without the users’ knowledge these applications collect information like real time location, contacts list including from emails and social media accounts, mobile country code, network provider details, device brand and model, operating system version, network code of SIM provider, and media files including pictures, audio, and video contents....

Last Updated: Aug 7, 2025 Unlocator recorded some impressive results in my tests of its new VPN service. Unlocator is a SmartDNS service that offers a lot more than other DNS services. Using this technology, Unlocator consistently unblocked all streaming platforms that I tested. Unfortunately, there are a few issues with Unlocator that make it difficult to recommend. The company has some significant privacy concerns, along with a limited network and few features when compared to more well-established VPN services....

Last Updated: Aug 7, 2025 My testing revealed that this VPN was fraught with deal-breaking issues. This VPN was able to unblock a few popular streaming services and had some impressive speeds on a small selection of servers, but it failed in terms of security, privacy, and consistency. Some servers could not be connected to at all, such as the UK server, and a few servers were blatantly mislabeled. VPNFacile just could not keep up with bigger names in the industry due to a relatively small server network, a lack of timely customer service, and slow speeds....

Last Updated: Aug 4, 2025 If you are concerned about your online privacy and security, there is no solution more simple than a VPN, especially with the censorship and monitoring that is done by many governments. It makes sense then to protect yourself and ensure anonymity. Boasting more than 200 servers in over 30 countries, WorldVPN is a great option. They support PPTP, L2TP, and OpenVPN (UDP and TCP), making it an effective and useful VPN option....

After months of research, 10 streaming sites stood out for offering free movies and TV shows, while 3 VPNs proved to be the best at keeping me safe while streaming them. The VPNs also hide online activities from hackers, malware injectors, and other third parties. ExpressVPN is the best as it has the best privacy features and connection speeds to stream movies and binge-watch series without interruptions. You can test ExpressVPN out for yourself and if you’re not satisfied, you have up to 30* days to claim a refund....

President Donald Trump’s former National Security Adviser, Mike Waltz, was recently involved in a security scandal after reports showed that he used TeleMessage to share sensitive information. The breaches raise concerns over the use of the app for official communications and national security. A 404 Media report revealed that TeleMessage has been hacked. High-ranking officials in the United States use the app to communicate, raising concerns over national security. The hacker got access to sensitive information in archived chats, including names, passwords, and phone numbers from government officials....

Utilizing a VPN represents the most efficient means of gaining access to Instagram in regions with high censorship or while at school or work. Nevertheless, it’s crucial to note that not all VPNs are equally effective in unblocking Instagram and IG Music. I conducted extensive testing on over 40 well-known VPN services and have identified the top 5 options for a seamless Instagram experience. ExpressVPN is my #1 choice for Instagram because it can access the platform anywhere and provides ultra-fast speeds for lag-free streaming....

The Pirate Bay is one of the top sites for sharing and downloading content. Unfortunately, it’s also a hotspot for hackers, spyware, and fake advertisers. The best way to access The Pirate Bay is to use a secure VPN. A VPN keeps your location and online activity private so no one can find your actual IP address and compromise your personal data. After testing 50+ VPNs, I created a list of 5 VPNs with fast speeds and robust security to keep your torrents anonymous....

Gen Digital Inc., a global leader in consumer cybersecurity, released its Q3/2024 Threat Report on November 19, revealing a sharp rise in cybercriminal activities, including a staggering 614% increase in “Scam-Yourself Attacks.” Data-theft malware increased by 39%, with Lumma Stealer rising by 1154%. Ransomware threats grew by 100%, with Magniber exploiting outdated Windows 7 software. Mobile spyware, including NGate, surged 166%, cloning bank card NFC data. The report, based on data from millions of users worldwide, underscores how cybercriminals are rapidly adapting their tactics, using social engineering, AI, and deepfake technologies to make scams harder to spot....

I tested 46 VPNs on my MacBook Pro (running macOS Monterey) and shortlisted the best VPNs for Mac in 2025 so you don’t have to risk your safety or money. ExpressVPN stands out as the #1 Mac VPN with blazing-fast speeds, strong security features, and a user-friendly app. It even has a 30*-day money-back guarantee, so you can test every feature on your own Mac with zero risk. Editor’s Note: Transparency is one of our core values at WizCase, so you should know we are in the same ownership group as ExpressVPN....

I’ve included British and American TV series with different levels of English difficulty. All of my choices were filmed in the last few decades and use contemporary language. You can try speaking in old English, but you’d get weird looks. I’ve included a few sitcoms (situational comedies), documentaries, and dramas with simple and modern language. Additionally, most of these series were nominated or won awards. This is another good reason to keep watching and learning!...

Adobe launched a free web app to help creators protect their digital work. The app applies Content Credentials, acting like a “nutrition label” for digital content. The app allows creators to signal exclusion from generative AI training usage. The app builds on Adobe’s broader Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI), which began in 2019, and addresses growing concerns over content misuse, misinformation, and unauthorized AI training. Content Credentials, already available in popular Adobe Creative Cloud apps such as Photoshop, Lightroom, and Firefly, provide secure metadata for creators to include information about themselves and their work....

“We’re excited to share a peek at the upcoming Firefly Video Model and some of the revolutionary professional workflows it’ll power in our industry-leading video tools like Premiere Pro, available starting in beta later this year,” wrote Ashley Still, Senior Vice President & General Manager of Creative Product Group at Adobe. In a short video posted on YouTube, Adobe shared high-quality videos and images created with the new model and highlighted features like text-to-video and image-to-video prompt options, editing and creation tools like camera control or transition optimizations, and an exploring tool for inspiration....

Security researchers at Malwarebytes discovered that dozens of adult websites use hidden malicious code in SVG image files, leading users to “Like” Facebook posts without their consent. Trojan.JS.Likejack silently clicks “Like” on Facebook without user consent. SVG files can contain harmful JavaScript, not just images. Many promoted sites claim AI-generated explicit celebrity images. The attackers do this by embedding dangerous JavaScript code within the SVG graphic files, which can contain both pictures, as well as malicious scripts....

The billionaire suggested that firms must increasingly rely on “synthetic” data—content generated by AI itself—to develop new systems, a method already gaining traction. “The cumulative sum of human knowledge has been exhausted in AI training. That happened basically last year,” Musk said, as reported by The Guardian. Elon Musk says AI firms have exhausted human knowledge for model training. Musk suggests “synthetic data” is essential for advancing AI systems. AI hallucinations complicate using synthetic data, risking errors in generated content....

The global surge in AI has propelled Fujikura Ltd., a 139-year-old Japanese wire cabling company, to unprecedented stock market success. Fujikura’s shares have skyrocketed over 400% this year, making it the top performer on the Nikkei 225 Stock Average, says Bloomberg. Fujikura’s stock has risen over 400%, making it Nikkei 225’s top performer. Fujikura’s fiber optic cables support booming data center demand driven by AI growth. The company forecasts ¥104 billion ($674M) in operating income for this fiscal year....