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What's happening with the TikTok ban?
By George Phillips last updated
The TikTok ban will no longer be enforced by law after President Trump issued an executive order. But what has all the fuss been about?

Valve recommends a full PC reset after malware-infected game discovered on Steam
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Valve is warning Steam users that an indie developer uploaded builds of its new survival sim game that contained malware.

Do you know which apps have access to your iPhone photo roll? Here’s how to check
By Amber Bouman published
Sharing unlimited access to your iPhone's photo roll with a bunch of different apps could have serious security and privacy consequences.

"Blatantly unlawful and horrifically intrusive" data collection is everywhere – how to fight back
By George Phillips published
We're in a constant battle to protect our data privacy, but how can this be done? Expert Rowenna Fielding shares advice for those looking to take back control of their data.

I'm a security editor and after the massive 70 million PowerSchool data breach — I started asking questions about how it affects my kids
By Amber Bouman published
And why I wasn’t thrilled by the responses

The best password managers in 2025
By Anthony Spadafora, Amber Bouman last updated
The best password managers make storing and auto filling your passwords easier on both mobile and desktop to save time while also keeping you safe online.

DeepSeek’s app contains serious privacy and security vulnerabilities that you should know about
By Amber Bouman published
DeepSeek's mobile apps have some serious privacy and security issues according to a new report.

It's Safer Internet Day – here are 5 tips to help you be safer online
By Olivia Powell published
From avoiding phishing scams to using a VPN, here are the best ways to keep yourself safe online
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