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What is Q-Day?
By Sam Dawson Last updated
A deep dive into what Q-Day is, and the impact it will have on encryption as we know it

Popular Steam app Wallpaper Engine hijacked to spread dangerous malware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora Last updated
Hackers are exploiting Steam Workshop to hide malicious code inside community-made desktop themes for Wallpaper Engine, putting users at risk of account theft.

Dangerous new Android malware impersonates TikTok and Chrome to steal your banking info from over 200 apps — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora Published
A dangerous new Android banking trojan is posing as popular apps to take over devices and drain bank accounts.

I tested Norton's Deepfake Protection — and it finally convinced me my next laptop needs an NPU
By Anthony Spadafora Published
AI laptops were a tough sell for me until I realized their NPUs can actively scan what’s on your computer to keep you safe from scams and deepfakes.

What is AgeGO, and is it safe to use?
By Olivia Powell Last updated
With new age verification laws in the UK, US, and Australia, many people are using AgeGO to verify their age. But is it safe to use?

Google Chrome's next update could kill ad blockers for good — here's how
By Jeff Parsons Published
Google Chrome is dropping support for MV2 extensions, including popular ad blockers like uBlock Origin.
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