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Age verification on X – how does it work and do you need to do it?
By George Phillips last updated
X is one of the sites implementing age verification checks. Some users have been unable to comply, while others look to bypass them – here's how it all works.

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

What is the most private way of verifying your age?
By Joe Chivers last updated
There are multiple different ways to verify your age, but which will keep your data the most private?

The top 3 cybersecurity risks posed by age verification
By Olivia Powell last updated
From data breaches to the government getting its hands on your data – all the cybersecurity risks posed by age verification

The TikTok ban saga appears to finally be over as reports suggest a deal has been done
By George Phillips last updated
The US and China have reportedly agreed a deal to sure up the future of TikTok, putting an end to the app's uncertain future.
Macs under attack from malware impersonating popular password managers — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
A new malware campaign is impersonating popular password managers to steal sensitive personal data from Mac users.

Google will let you use passkeys automatically in Chrome - here's how you can switch
By Amber Bouman last updated
Google is currently testing out a new experimental feature in Chrome that automatically converts your passwords to passkeys when you use its password manager.

FBI warns hackers are impersonating crime reporting sites to steal your personal data — here’s how to tell
By Amber Bouman published
The FBI has issued a warning that hackers are impersonating its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) website with fake sites designed to steal data.
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