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VPNs aren't invincible—5 things a VPN can't protect you from
By Chiara Castro last updated
VPN VPNs are a great way to boost your online privacy, but not even the best services are bulletproof against all digital threats. Here's what VPNs can't do and what to do instead.
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5 steps to take if your business gets hacked
By Sam Dawson published
Help mitigate the impact of a cyber attack with these tips
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It's been a bad week for public cybersecurity
By Olivia Powell published
Ransomware attacks have meant that hospitals are fighting infections both in their wards and in their computer systems.
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How does a data breach affect you and why should you care?
By River Hart published
Data breaches Hackers are hungry for your data, but does it really matter if they get their hands on it via a breach? Spoiler: yes.
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Ring cameras used to spy on you—is it safe to use smart devices?
By River Hart published
Cyber snooping Ring camera users get a multi-million settlement—but why do we keep inviting surveillance into our homes? Here's what you need to know when it comes to nosy IoT devices.
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ChatGPT keeps hallucinating—and that's bad for your privacy
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking A European digital rights group just filed a privacy complaint against OpenAI for breaking GDPR rules. Here's what it means for your privacy.
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EU iPhone users—avoid alternative app stores until Apple fixes this
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking While Safari's iOS 17.4 update meets the new Digital Market Act's rules, it comes with "catastrophic security flaws." Here's what's at stake for your privacy.
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The UK is banning weak passwords—here's why it's a good thing
By Olivia Powell published
Brits will no longer be able to use passwords like 'admin' or '1234' for internet-connected devices
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