Image by OfficialDeviantOacus, from Deviant Art Turkey Bans Roblox, Following Instagram Ban Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Türkiye Today reported on August 7 that Turkey has banned Roblox amid concerns over inappropriate content. This move follows a nationwide block on Instagram and has intensified discussions on digital freedom and content moderation in the country. The local media’s article reports that the ban was primarily driven by concerns over inappropriate sexual content on the platform....

UK Electoral Commission Data Breach Exposes Millions of Registered Voters’ Data Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer In a public notice , the UK Electoral Commission disclosed the hacking incident that comprised personal data of any individual who had registered to vote in the country between 2014 and 2022. The incident came to light when a suspicious activity was detected on its systems in October 2022. Further investigation revealed that the perpetrators had first hacked into the servers in August 2021....

Image by Freepik University Student Calls Out Professor For Secretly Using AI Tools Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager A Northeastern University student demanded her tuition money back after finding her professor secretly used ChatGPT to generate lecture materials and notes. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Northeastern student demanded refund over professor’s use of ChatGPT in class. AI-generated notes included typos, odd images, and a ChatGPT citation....

WizCase Report: Vulnerabilities found on WD My Book, NetGear Stora, SeaGate Home, Medion LifeCloud NAS Written by John Bennet Online Privacy Advocate NAS devices have become the storage device of choice for many small and medium businesses (SMB). They are inexpensive, easy to operate, and you can add additional storage if you’re running low on space. But is it secure enough to protect your companies data? That was the question on on our mind when we brought in security researchers Paulos Yibelo and Daniel Eshetu to see if they could exploit any vulnerabilities in the the leading NAS devices....

10 Best VPN Services in 2026: Secure, Fast, & Private Written By Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Finding a good VPN is like trying to pick the best coffee in a busy city — each cafe claims to be the “best,” but you won’t know until you try. Trouble is, a bad VPN pick can leave you with snail-slow speeds , no access to your favorite platforms, or a provider quietly logging your data....

10 SolarMovie Alternatives to Watch Movies & Shows in 2026 Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Amar Cemanovic Cybersecurity Expert SolarMovie’s shutdown in 2016 due to copyright issues has led to many mirror sites replacing it. However, these replicas might have malicious ads that could infect your device. Most don’t even have functional streams or violate copyright law, so using them is too risky to try. After a lot of research, I found the best SolarMovie alternatives ....

13 Helpful Meditation Apps for 2026 + FREE Tutorials & Resources Written by Zephin Livingston Cybersecurity & Tech Writer There are many meditation apps that don’t live up to their sales claims, but I was determined to find a few that could help me improve my daily practice. After all, evidence suggests that meditation can help you lower anxiety and stress , boost mood and reduce joint pain , and improve other aspects of your quality of life....

15 Best iPad Apps in 2026: Free Apps, Kids, Drawing, & More Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Amar Cemanovic Cybersecurity Expert With so many options, knowing which iPad apps you should get is tricky . The iPad is neither a phone nor a laptop, so many apps aren’t perfectly optimized for it. Free apps can have too many ads, limited functionality, paywalls, and performance issues. I found the best iPad utility apps to save you time and effort....

23andMe Security Breach Results in Theft of Raw Genotype Data, Health Reports Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Popular US-based genetic testing service provider, 23andMe notified customers that hackers may have stolen their sensitive information, including certain genotype data and health reports. The security breach was first noticed after some of the stolen data was published on the popular hacking site, BreachForums and the unofficial 23andMe subreddit site, in October last year ....

5 Best Gaming VPNs in 2026 — Reduce Lag, Get Low Ping Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Gaming online comes with risks. Malicious parties can get your IP address to launch DDoS attacks or even spy on your traffic to gain access to sensitive information like your login details. You can prevent this with a VPN, but it’s hard to find a reliable VPN that can provide security while maintaining a fast connection for lag-free gaming....

5 Best Password Managers for Linux (2026): GUI and CLI Picks Tested Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Managing passwords on Linux can feel tricky when you want both strong security and an easy flow. Linux is secure by design, but it doesn’t cover the daily grind of logging into sites, apps, and servers. That’s where a good password manager steps in. We tested a range of tools on Ubuntu, Fedora, Arch, and openSUSE to see which ones work well....

7 Best FREE VPNs for Netflix – Still Working (Tested in 2026) Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Depending on your location, Netflix content varies due to its licensing agreements. For example, if you’re in the US and using a local IP address, you’ll only see movies and shows licensed for viewers in the country. Using a VPN to change your IP address and watch region-locked content is against Netflix’s Terms of Use....

7 Best VPNs for Kazakhstan to Stay Anonymous in 2026 Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist Kazakhstan’s internet is state-run through Kazakhtelecom , and it’s restricted as well as monitored by the government. While there, you could also be blocked without warning from social media and messaging apps like WhatsApp and Telegram, leaving you unable to contact anyone. The best VPNs for Kazakhstan keep your conversations private , with strict no-log policies that prevent third parties from seeing your chats with friends and family....

A Cyber Attack Resulted in the Theft of Latitude’s Customer Data Written by Ari Denial Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Latitude has fallen victim to a “sophisticated and malicious” cyberattack, which has led to the theft of approximately 1,03,000 identification documents and 2,25,000 customer records. Following a cyberattack, Latitude Financial Services (aka Latitude) has revealed a data breach, which has forced the company to close down both internal and customer-facing systems....

Written by: Enemali Okwoli Cybersecurity & Tech Writer AhnLab Antivirus Overview AhnLab’s focus on Endpoint and Network security solutions for businesses put it in the spotlight . The Korea-based software company makes cybersecurity solutions for businesses, including the AhnLab V3 Endpoint Security product. I thoroughly tested AhnLab’s V3 Endpoint Security to determine if it’s good. It offers a relatively good antivirus product featuring perfect scores for malware detection and removal....

Image by Freepik AI-Fueled Cyberbullying: Teen’s Ordeal Sparks Outrage Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor At 14, Francesca Mani was called to the principal’s office at Westfield High School, New Jersey, where she discovered a photo of her had been altered into a nude image using artificial intelligence, as reported by CBS News . In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts!...

Image by Simon Kadula, from Unsplash AI-Automation Risks Deepening Inequality Across UK, Report Says Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor The automation of millions of jobs in the UK risks deepening inequality unless the government steps in to support workers and small businesses, according to a report by the Institute for the Future of Work (IFOW). In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts!...

Image by Freepik AI Adoption In Science Rising, But Challenges Remain Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor A new survey published by Nature reveals that researchers worldwide see AI as a transformative force in scientific research and publishing. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! A Wiley survey of 5,000 researchers found AI adoption in science is increasing rapidly....

Image by rawpixel.com, From Freepik AI Agents In Earbuds, Constantly Listening For Context-Aware Assistance Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor A team of researchers from the University of Michigan and Fudan University has introduced Buddie, an open-source AI-enabled earbuds system designed to enhance voice-based interactions by incorporating context awareness. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Buddie earbuds provide context-aware AI assistance by gathering conversational context....

Photo by Joshua Reddekopp on Unsplash AI Coding Tools Delete Real User Data In Serious Error Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Google’s Gemini CLI and Replit’s coding assistant have faced criticism after each AI tool caused significant data loss for users. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Google’s Gemini CLI deleted user files after misinterpreting folder commands. Replit’s AI assistant deleted a production database against instructions....