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‘Chat control’: The EU’s controversial CSAM-scanning legal proposal explained

The European Union has a longstanding reputation for strong privacy laws. But a legislative plan to combat child abuse — which the bloc formally presented back in May 2022 — is threatening to downgrade the privacy and security of hundreds of millions of regional messaging app users. The European Commission, the EU legislative body that […]

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The TechCrunch Cyber Glossary | TechCrunch

Security / Sasandara Dilmina

The cybersecurity world is full of technical lingo and jargon. At TechCrunch, we have been writing about cybersecurity for years, and even we sometimes need a refresher on what exactly a specific word or expression means. That’s why we have created this glossary, which includes some of the most common — and not so common

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Think you need a VPN? Start here.

Security / Sasandara Dilmina

If you’ve landed on this page, there’s a good chance that you’re looking for a VPN, or virtual private network. Perhaps someone recommended a certain product or service, or an advert caught your curiosity? Before you take the plunge into unfamiliar waters, we’re here to tell you that you might not actually need a VPN

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How to make your own encrypted VPN server in 15 minutes

Security / Sasandara Dilmina

You may have seen plenty of online ads about paid VPN services. However, as we explained in a previous article, it’s not a good idea to tunnel all your internet traffic through a VPN service. Unlike what they say on their websites, VPN companies usually don’t care about protecting your privacy. These companies get to

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VPN providers don’t protect your privacy online. Here’s what can.

Security / Sasandara Dilmina

If you’ve heard that a VPN provider can help protect your privacy and security online, don’t believe the hype. The truth is that most people don’t actually need a VPN. By funneling all of your internet traffic through their own servers, VPN providers expose their customers to the very privacy risks they claim to help

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Everything you need to know about VPNs

Security / Sasandara Dilmina

It’s impossible to spend an hour or two on YouTube without encountering an ad or a paid promotion for a VPN subscription service like NordVPN, ExpressVPN, or Surfshark. The companies behind these services usually tell you that a VPN is a great way to browse the web safely and privately, let you watch geo-blocked content,

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The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained

Startups / Sasandara Dilmina

The world of WordPress, one of the most popular technologies for creating and hosting websites, is going through a very heated controversy. The core issue is the fight between WordPress founder and Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg and WP Engine, which hosts websites built on WordPress. WordPress technology is open source and free, and it powers

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Best iPad apps to boost productivity and make your life easier

Apps / Sasandara Dilmina

Apple’s iPads come with built-in productivity tools like Notes, Calendar, and Reminders, but if you’d like to explore new ways to maximize productivity and organize your life, there are many apps out there to help you. Although the iPad started off as a device that could be used to stream content or browse the web

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The WordPress vs. WP Engine drama, explained

Social / Sasandara Dilmina

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Tesla Superchargers: GM, Ford, Rivian, and other EV brands with access

Transportation / Sasandara Dilmina

Eighteen months ago, Ford triggered a transformation when the U.S. automaker locked in a deal to give owners of its EVs access to the Tesla Supercharger network. In a stunning shift, automaker after automaker — from GM and Hyundai to Rivian and Mercedes — followed suit. By the end of 2023, nearly every major automaker

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