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Why you should think twice before scanning QR Codes
By Olivia Powell published
cyber security How cyber criminials are using QR codes to steal data, spread malware and more
![Flag of Iran on a computer binary codes falling from the top and fading away](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KALRKd3RmsBrSJxrqLTgQK-320-80.jpg)
Fears over citizens' privacy as Iran reveals new mandatory antivirus mobile app
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking Considering Iran's track record, rather than a security measure experts fear it'll become a further tool for surveillance. So, what's at stake for Iranians?
![An ambulance going at high speed with its flashing lights turned on. The background behind it is blurred](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ayKSETzXph9feSTLj6wadL-320-80.jpg)
Why are hackers targeting healthcare providers?
By Olivia Powell published
Cyber security An exploration of why the healthcare sector has become a target for cyber attacks
![EU commissioner for internal market Thierry Breton speaks during a press conference with European Commission vice-president in charge for Values and Transparency Vera Jourova, on the Media Freedom Act at the EU headquarters in Brussel, on September 15, 2022.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9LPyQfxPcMmbfMfNtQSYhg-320-80.jpg)
EU Media Freedom Act and the push to use spyware on journalists
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking The final trilogue meeting is scheduled for December 15. Here we explore who's pushing for more surveillance on journalists and what's at stake.
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China plans to boost up its censorship game to target AI videos and "pessimism"
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking As the internet in China faces more censorship, a VPN can help you access the open web. Here's all you need to know.
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You can now securely backup all your photos on mobile with Proton Drive
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking The feature is currently available on Android devices only, but the provider plans to release that for iOS as well soon. Here's all you need to know.
![Tutanota's email service on laptop and smartphone screen next to Tutanota's calendar on tablet screen](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/r7NWHEt6sn6EfipThceyRn-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft fixes false spam reports from popular encrypted email domain
By Chiara Castro published
Breaking "Big Tech as gatekeepers need to be checked more thoroughly," said encrypted email service Tuta. Here's what happened.
![Man using download manager on laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qmhN7xEeShuu5BXDXvKdPh-320-80.jpg)
Cybercriminals are exploiting AI tools like ChatGPT to craft more convincing phishing attacks, alarming cybersecurity experts
By Kristina Terech published
Cybersecurity firm reveals a significant surge in phishing attacks, attributing it to AI tools like ChatGPT. Urgency grows to enhance security defenses.
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