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Nearly 2 million Android devices hijacked by massive new botnet — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman last updated
A large-scale botnet has taken over millions of Android devices in order to use them for nefarious purposes.

The fastest VPN services in 2025
By Olivia Powell last updated
We've tested dozens of VPNs to determine the top 5 fastest VPNs, including Proton VPN, NordVPN and Surfshark

The best streaming VPN in 2025
By Olivia Powell last updated
VPN We've tested dozens of VPNs with streaming sites like Netflix and BBC iPlayer to bring you a definitive ranking of the top 5 best streaming VPNs, including NordVPN, Surfshark and ExpressVPN

The best free VPN in 2025
By Mo Harber-Lamond last updated
Most free VPNs are useless – but there are a few that are worth considering. This is our tested and ranked guide to the only free VPN services we recommend.

Microsoft accounts are under attack by hackers - here's how to stay safe from this age-old tactic
By Amber Bouman last updated
Microsoft accounts are being targeted using a common hacking technique which purposefully misspells websites and email addresses.

200 million records exposed in massive Pornhub data breach — here’s what we know so far
By Amber Bouman published
The ShinyHunters hacking group has stolen 200 million records on Pornhub users and is holding them for ransom.

Update your iPhone now — Apple patches two iOS zero days used in the wild by hackers
By Amber Bouman published
iPhone users need to update their devices right now as Apple has patched two actively exploited zero-day flaws.

Shop smarter, not scared: Your stress free holiday security checklist
By Amber Bouman published
A quick and easy guide to staying safe online throughout this holiday shopping season
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