Google launches Passkeys to say goodbye to passwords
Goodbye passwords, forward passkeys. The similarity of the terms might make one think of a minor change, but the technological leap is important, especially since the new system is more practical…
Vietnam to require social media users to verify identity
By Phuong Nguyen HANOI (Reuters) – Vietnam is preparing to make it mandatory for social media users of both local and foreign platforms to verify their identity in a bid…
How to tell which ChatGPT, app is fake- avoiding the scams
ChatGPT, an AI-powered chatbot, has gained immense popularity since its launch. Its ability to simulate human-like conversations and provide personalized responses to users’ queries has quickly become a go-to tool for…
Israeli spyware used to hack across 10 countries
By Christopher Bing and Raphael Satter (Reuters) – An Israeli firm’s hacking tools have been used against journalists, opposition figures and advocacy organizations across at least 10 countries – including…
U.S. says decentralized finance services being used for illicit transfers
By Daphne Psaledakis and Chris Prentice WASHINGTON (Reuters) – North Korea, cybercriminals, ransomware attackers, thieves and scammers are using decentralized finance (DeFi) services to transfer and launder their illicit proceeds,…
‘Operation Cookie Monster’: International police action seizes dark web market
By Michael Holden, James Pearson and Christopher Bing WASHINGTON/LONDON (Reuters) – International law enforcement agencies have seized a sprawling dark web marketplace popular with cybercriminals, Britain’s National Crime Agency (NCA)…
How to bypass blocked sites and other restrictions
Have you ever been unable to access a website you need to visit for work or entertainment and wondered why? The answer, in most cases, is quite simple; perhaps it’s…
Unlocking the secrets of online banking security: How banks protect your information
Banking online can feel like a risky proposition. Not only do you have to worry about hackers getting access to your financial information, but you also have to worry about…
Record year for hackers, with North Koreans on top in 2022
Golden year for hackers thanks to crypto. Especially for the North Koreans, 2022 was their record year, as they made the highest amount of money. The alarm comes from a confidential UN…
Can a VPN really protect you from malware? The Pros and Cons of using a VPN
The internet is full of potential threats that can risk your personal data and security. Malware is one of the most common threats, and a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is…