Data Breach: Nearly 9 Million Zacks Customer Data Exposed by Threat Actors Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer A recent data breach post published by Have I Been Pwned, disclosed that nearly 9 Million Zacks customers’ personal information was publicly available on the popular Exposed hacking forum. The information, which dates back to 2020, includes names, email and physical addresses, phone numbers, usernames and unsalted SHA-256 passwords. There was no disclosure of any user-linked bank or credit card details....

Data Breach: Ransomware Group Threatens to Leak Data Stolen from Reddit Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer The BlackCat ransomware threat actors have taken credit for the February 2023 attack on social platform Reddit. The gang also known as ALPHV has threatened to leak the stolen 80GB data unless they’re paid the ransom of $4.5 million. The threat actors have also demanded the rollback of Reddit’s recently announced API pricing policy....

Ex-Conti and FIN7 Cybercrime Gangs Unite to Launch Domino Malware Written by Ari Denial Cybersecurity & Tech Writer In what appears to be a coordinated effort between the FIN7 and Ex-Conti cybercrime gangs, a newly developed malware strain called “Domino” has emerged. This collaboration suggests that the two groups have joined forces, with the now-defunct Conti ransomware gang using the malware. Domino’s primary purpose is to aid in subsequent exploitation of compromised systems, and it includes an information stealer that has been available for purchase on the dark web since December 2021, but not widely known....

Image by Adem AY, from Unsplash Fake Signal and ToTok Apps Used to Spy on Android Users In UAE Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager ESET researchers have uncovered two spyware campaigns that disguise themselves as secure messaging apps to target Android users in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Fake Signal and ToTok apps spread spyware on Android devices in the UAE....

Speed 9.0 / 10 Servers 7.5 / 10 User Experience 8.4 / 10 Support 8.4 / 10 Pricing 7.8 / 10 FrostVPNReview 2026: Before You Buy, Is It Worth It? Written By Julia Olech Cybersecurity & Tech Writer FrostVPN Overview If you’re in a hurry, here’s the bottom line — You can get more servers globally, better VPN features, and 24/7 customer support with Surfshark for the same price or less....

Ghosttoken Exploit Allows Hackers to Backdoor Google Accounts Through GCP Flaw Written by Ari Denial Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Astrix Security, an Israeli cybersecurity startup, has uncovered and disclosed details of a zero-day vulnerability in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) that could have allowed attackers to hide an unremovable, malicious application within a victim’s Google account. This vulnerability, known as GhostToken, affected all Google accounts, including those in the enterprise-focused Workspace accounts....

Image by Solen Feyssa, from Unsplash Google’s New AI Mode Alarms Publishers Facing Steep Traffic Losses Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Google plans to make a significant search engine change, which will shake up the internet while intensifying the challenges faced by news organizations. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Google may soon make AI Mode the default search option....

Image by fptsmartcloud, from Pxhere Hackers Leverage Microsoft Teams To Deploy Malware Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor A recent cybersecurity breach revealed how a social engineering attack, leveraging voice phishing (vishing) through Microsoft Teams, enabled a malicious actor to deploy DarkGate malware on a victim’s system. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Voice phishing through Microsoft Teams led to DarkGate malware deployment....

Image by Danny Burke, from Unsplash Hackers Use Microsoft Tool To Infiltrate Oil and Gas Infrastructure Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Researchers uncovered a stealthy malware campaign that attacks energy systems through Microsoft ClickOnce cloud obfuscation and the powerful backdoor known as RunnerBeacon In a rush? Here are the quick facts: OneClik targets energy, oil, and gas industries through phishing and malware....

Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash Healthtech Startup Doccla Raises $46 Million to Expand in Europe Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor The UK-based healthtech startup Doccla recently raised £35m—$46 million—during a series B led by the European capital firm Lakestar. In the round, current and new investors joined and will now allow the startup to expand. Doccla describes itself as a “Europe’s leading virtual hospital” and has developed a technology to help doctors manage patients remotely and for patients to easily access medical attention through an app....

How Does a Password Manager Work? Guide & the Best App Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager You likely reuse passwords for most accounts to avoid remembering many passwords. However, reusing passwords is risky . If one account is compromised, the rest are likely to follow. A password manager creates, stores, and auto-fills your credentials to minimize risk. Unfortunately, not all password managers are reliable ....

How to Access Restricted Websites With a VPN in 2026 Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer I get frustrated whenever I travel and can’t access my usual websites from the country I’m in. This can happen for a number of reasons, but the main problem is restrictions set by countries based on content (censorship rules) or geolocation (broadcasting regulations). That doesn’t mean you have to miss out on your usual content while traveling....

How to Change Your Location on Bumble and Get More Matches Written by Daniel Knight Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Bumble shows you potential connections based on your location. Unfortunately, if you live somewhere without many Bumble users, you won’t be shown many . Although the app does have a Travel Mode for changing your location, it requires a Bumble Premium purchase, and you can only change it for a week....

How to Get a South African IP Address (Updated 2026) Written by Eric Raue Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Public WiFi networks use firewalls to control what websites you can visit, so streaming services like DStv and other apps might be blocked. Thankfully, getting a new IP address in South Africa with a VPN lets you browse the open South African web . The problem is, most VPNs don’t have working servers in South Africa....

How to Get an India IP Address (Updated 2026) Written by Deep Shikha Content Writer The best way to get an India IP is using a VPN. However, in 2022, the Indian government mandated that all VPN companies collect user information, meaning that your data could still be compromised. Fortunately, there are a few top no-log VPNs that use remote servers for India, keeping your data safe from prying eyes. After testing 20+ services, I found the best VPNs that will give you a secure India IP address ....

How to Remove Adaware Web Companion in 2026 (3 Steps) Written by Osama Zahid Cybersecurity Specialist Adaware Web Companion claims to protect against malware. However, it’s a PUP (Potentially Unwanted Program) that sneaks onto your system as you install other applications. Removing Adaware Web Companion is critical , as it can harvest your information. Also, it may install other programs and browser extensions to steal and sell your data. After removing Adaware Web Companion, you should get a top antivirus solution afterward to ensure you can detect and block similar PUPs from installing themselves in the future....

How to Safely Access the Internet in the UK and Turkey Written by John Bennet Online Privacy Advocate No matter where you live in the world, you’ve probably heard about Internet censorship. What this means in a nutshell is that your country’s government is wielding its power to decide what Internet content is acceptable for viewing. That might sound a little too close to “Big Brother” mentality for your tastes. While a government might believe it’s acting in the best interests of its citizens, doing so by taking their rights to view free information smacks of more heavy-handed dealings....

How to Turn off a VPN on Any Device — Easy Guide in 2026 Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer A VPN is a double-edged sword — it safeguards your online privacy but can affect performance in data-intensive tasks like gaming. You might have to turn off your VPN if it’s consuming too much data or you’re facing potential legal concerns in high-censorship countries. Thankfully, turning off a VPN is pretty easy , as detailed in the sections below....

How to Watch CNBC (Without Cable) Online (Updated 2026) Written by Mariah Shanice Basa Cybersecurity & Tech Writer CNBC is a US-exclusive channel , so you might miss out on market insights from shows like Mad Money and Squawk Box when you’re outside the country. While it’s technically possible to use a VPN to watch CNBC live and on-demand from anywhere , doing so may violate copyright laws and local regulations....

How to Watch NBC’s The Voice Safely in 2026 Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor The Voice is an incredible show, so I was disappointed to learn that you can only stream it in the US. You’ll get the following message on NBC if you try to stream it from anywhere else: This video is not available in your location However, you should still secure yourself with a VPN while streaming, even if you live in the US....