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The Singapore-based cybersecurity company in an advisory revealed that the dubious Android chatting app is the creation of the Indian Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) group ‘’Bahamut’’. Active since 2017, the hacking group is known to employ espionage and phishing campaigns via malicious Android and iOS applications. Initially named Coverlm, the spyware has the ability to interact with and steal data from other already installed messenger applications like Telegram, Signal, Facebook Messenger, etc....

Lesley Mathis, the girl’s mother, said the teen’s comment was “wrong” but not a real threat. “It made me feel like, is this the America we live in? And it was this stupid, stupid technology that is just going through picking up random words and not looking at context,” Mathis said as reported by Fortune, which first detailed the story. School software Gaggle flagged her message, triggering law enforcement involvement....

The VPN free trials I’ve chosen let you try all these apps’ premium features without any commitment. If you’re unsatisfied, you can cancel the trial at any time. However, if you’re happy with the performance, you can get great value by purchasing any of these VPNs. Of the top choices, ExpressVPN is the best free trial VPN available, with a 7-day trial for all platforms. Plus, it comes with a 30*-day money-back guarantee....

Choose the Right Browser Chapter 1 Choose the Right Search Engine Chapter 2 Best Browsing Practices Chapter 3 Browser Extensions Chapter 4 Use a VPN Chapter 5 Avoid PUA’s Chapter 6 Disable JavaScript Chapter 7 Delete Delete Delete: Clean up Your Content Chapter 8 Stay Safe on Your Smartphone Chapter 9 Always Enable 2FA Chapter 10 Never use Public Wi-Fi Chapter 11 Get Creative with Password Management Chapter 12 Avoid Applications Chapter 13 Be careful Where you Click Chapter 14 Bookmarking Chapter 15 Always Keep up to Date with Updates Chapter 16 Install the Best Anti-Virus Software Chapter 17 Take your PC to the Doctor Chapter 18 Use Blockchain Technology Chapter 19 Don’t Sell your Data Chapter 20 Browse and Post Less Chapter 21 Summary: Safe Online Browsing Summary...

By “search value,” the social media platform means publishing content that aligns with popular search terms. To help with this, TikTok launched the Creator Search Insights tool, which helps influencers research high-trending topics. “With these insights, creators can source inspiration for their content, tailor their creative strategies to meet audience interests, and create content that people want to see more of,” the company’s blog post states. TikTok, in addition to incentivizing in-demand search-related videos, will also prioritize originality, play duration (the total watch time and finish rate of videos), and audience engagement (the number of likes, comments, and shares received)....

These modified apps (mods) were first discovered by researchers at Kaspersky, claiming to be the fastest app due to a distributed network of data processing centers worldwide. ‘’At first it gives an impression of a perfectly ordinary Telegram mod: most packages look the same as the standard ones. But, on closer examination, you can see the package called com.wsys, which is not typical for Telegram,’’ the article read. This malicious module is used to access and harvest various user-related information like, contacts, target’s name, user ID, and phone number....

We’ll explain everything you need to know about PPTP so you can decide if a VPN tunnel best suits your needs. Choosing the best VPN protocol for the fastest browsing experience can be confusing. If you are looking for the fastest protocol on the market, look no further than PPTP. Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity....

First published: Aug 16, 2020 Updated 2 times since publishing I found that it provides a good enough detection score and keeps common viruses at bay. Apart from that, it’s incredibly lightweight and won’t weigh down on your system, making it ideal for those who don’t want an antivirus that will demand a lot of resources. Webroot also hosts a basic firewall, 25GB of cloud storage on its premium plan, and system optimization tools....

The news, first reported by CNBC, has sparked criticism from content creators and intellectual property specialists, who worry about their content being used to develop tools that could eventually replace them. Creators were not informed that their videos train AI tools. YouTube terms allow Google to license uploaded content globally and royalty-free. Experts warn AI could compete with creators without consent or compensation. “We’ve always used YouTube content to make our products better, and this hasn’t changed with the advent of AI,” a YouTube spokesperson said to CNBC....

“Confirmed it’s a crackdown on cheap VPN subscriptions. Have just spoken to customer service who stated that as I ‘moved’ to a different location from the one I signed up at (Ukraine but UK based), the service has been canceled until I sign up with a UK card and address…” said one Redditor. A YouTube support representative also informed PCMag that “YouTube has begun canceling premium memberships for accounts found to have falsified signup country information....

The scheme involved employees working for a third-party contractor in Jamaica who accessed and stole tickets from the online ticket platform. The tickets, primarily for Swift’s record-breaking tour, as well as for Adele, Ed Sheeran concerts, NBA games, and the U.S. Open, were resold at inflated prices, as reported by USA TODAY. Scheme involved contractors in Jamaica stealing ticket URLs and sending them to New York. Over $600,000 was made from reselling stolen tickets between June 2022 and July 2023....

To help you choose, I tested and ranked the top 26 free and public DNS servers. However, using public DNS servers may expose your device to cyberattacks. For better online security, always use a VPN to encrypt your data. The best VPNs have their own DNS servers. You can try ExpressVPN for fast and safe internet browsing. It uses top encryption, has a no-log policy, and protects against leaks to keep your data private....

But even so, users are not slowing down on their internet use, with many of us spending a large portion of our day on the internet, connecting with friends, family, and the world at large. Read on to learn about our similarities and differences, and see how we engage with the ever expanding, ever more dynamic world wide web. Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity....

I tested dozens of free services and found many seriously flawed. But in the end, I found a few VPNs that are suitable to browse the dark web safely. These not only offer military-grade encryption to keep you anonymous but also have speeds fast enough to support Tor browsing. ExpressVPN is my #1 choice for surfing the dark web. Although it’s not free, ExpressVPN’s powerful encryption, network size, and excellent speeds make it a worthwhile investment....

However, the internet speed in Venezuela is well below the global average. Since all VPNs affect speed further, your online activities can become painfully slow with the wrong provider. Some can even make streaming and gaming impossible with extreme lags. After testing over 40 VPNs, I’ve found several that work reliably. The best VPN for Venezuela is ExpressVPN as it keeps speed-loss to a minimum. Additionally, it has top-rated security features to help you browse the internet safely....

I tested several Kodi add-ons and picked the best substitutes for Ares Wizard. Even though these add-ons are reputable, I recommend using a VPN to hide your connection from online spies and hackers. After testing 30+ VPNs, I’ve found a few that will give you the extra protection you need for Kodi. ExpressVPN is the best VPN to stay anonymous while using Kodi because it’s fast and protects your privacy....

A solid VPN also lets you access your home content while traveling in Mexico. After extensively testing 25+ different VPN brands, I picked the best VPNs for staying anonymous and unblocking sites in Mexico. They all offer top-tier security, privacy, and unblocking abilities. ExpressVPN is my #1 pick for Mexico as it’s the best all-rounder. Its TrustedServer network guarantees 100% privacy and its servers can access all streaming sites. You can buy ExpressVPN with confidence as it’s backed by a 30*-day money-back guarantee....

I tested over 50 VPNs and picked the best ones for Romania. I evaluated each one for speed, unblocking capabilities, security, privacy, and other key characteristics for going online safely and privately in Romania. Only my top picks satisfied these criteria and passed my rigorous tests. ExpressVPN is my #1 choice for Romania — after testing it for several weeks, I found it had the most advanced security features and blazing-fast speeds....

You can gain access to any live stream, whether it be sports or the latest movies. With that said, some of these add-ons open up illegal content that also puts you at risk. In this article, we examine the top reasons you must use a VPN with Kodi. With that said, some of these add-ons open up copyrighted/illegal content that puts you at risk. Note that my team and I do not condone downloading copyrighted files....

The gang, active since 2022, is accused of stealing $16 million from over 1,000 victims worldwide.The coordinated raids, part of “Operation Phobos Aetor,” targeted the group’s dark web portal, which was seized by Bavarian police, as reported by The Register. Over 1,000 victims targeted by 8Base since its launch in 2022. Evidence seized includes phones, cryptocurrency wallets, and laptops in coordinated raids. US and Swiss authorities seek extradition for conspiracy and wire fraud charges....