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Worried about Chat Control? This website can help you get your say
By Chiara Castro published
The controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill could be adopted as early as October 14, 2025, raising concerns among experts about citizens' communications privacy and security.

5 worrying ways AI is being used by cybercriminals to target millions of victims
By Sead Fadilpašić published
Sponsored by Trend Micro
Let's look into five worrying ways in which AI is being used by cybercriminals.

UK agrees to drop its Apple encryption backdoor request – but digital rights experts aren't ready to celebrate
By Chiara Castro published
For now, the power to undermine encryption remains in the UK law under the Investigatory Powers Act. Digital rights experts now call for an amendment.

Best Alternative to AVG Antivirus of 2025
By Benedict Collins last updated
Antivirus AVG is a great option, but these alternatives offers more powerful antivirus across some great plans.

Best Alternative to Microsoft Defender Antivirus of 2025
By Benedict Collins last updated
Antivirus Microsoft Defender is basic and doesn't offer many features. I've rounded up some free and paid antivirus that does most things better.

Best Alternative to Bitdefender Antivirus of 2025
By Benedict Collins last updated
Antivirus Bitdefender is a great service, but is missing a few key features. I've rounded up some excellent alternatives.

What happens to your data when you verify your age – and what are the risks?
By Sam Dawson published
The new Online Safety Act means that age verification is now a fact of life when you’re browsing from the UK. But are your selfie or ID being stored safely?

Best Alternative to McAfee Antivirus of 2025
By Benedict Collins last updated
Antivirus McAfee has some missing features and higher costs compared to other plans, so I've rounded up the best McAfee alternatives to help you choose.
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