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The EU wants to scan your WhatsApp chats—and privacy experts are furious
By Chiara Castro last updated
Privacy at risk While the revised Chat Control is set to be voted on June 20, Signal CEO and other experts warn against its privacy and security risk. Here is what's at stake.
4 ways oversharing on social media puts your privacy at risk
By River Hart published
Beware what you share Most of us don't think twice before posting on social media – but our uber-connected world comes at a cost. Here's how cybercriminals take advantage.
Traveling to Germany for the Euros? Here's why you need a VPN
By River Hart published
Let the games begin This year's summer of sport is about to kick off in Germany – and if you're headed there, you'll want to bring your football shirt, scarf, and a VPN. Here's what you need to know.
Beware, your home is spying on you - and Amazon Alexa is the most data-hungry
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking Researchers at VPN provider Surfshark revealed that one in 10 smart home apps use data for user tracking, with Amazon and Google topping the list.
Brave's user base exploded in May, but it can still do more
By River Hart published
Brave new world Brave has cemented itself as a privacy-focused browser that anyone can use—regardless of skill level. So, what's behind its recent user boom, and are there any potholes in the service?
EU anti-encryption crusaders seek to turn your digital devices into spyware
By Chiara Castro published
Privacy at risk As the EU Commission considers making digital devices monitorable at all times, including smartphones and cars, experts warn against mass surveillance.
UK lawsuit hit Grindr over HIV data sharing—here's how to protect yourself
By Chiara Castro published
In time for Pride Month 2024, learn how to use Grindr more anonymously by using a VPN service and other privacy tricks.
Zero-click attacks are targeting social media - here's how to protect yourself
By Chiara Castro published
Privacy at risk The recent zero-day TikTok hack on celebs' accounts proves all apps using DMs are at high risk, even social media. So, it's vital to learn how to stay safe
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