Image by Criphc, from Unsplash CBP Quietly Used Flock’s Camera System For Nationwide Vehicle Tracking Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) organization gained access to more than 80,000 automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras operated by Flock Safety. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Flock cameras track license plates, models, colors, and timestamps....

Image by Andy Orin, from Unsplash ChatGPT Gains Popularity For Fortune Telling Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Young people in Thailand are using AI tools, such as ChatGPT, to gain insights about their future because mysticism and fortune telling are deeply rooted in the country. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Traditional Thai fortune tellers require advance booking and cost about £13....

Data Leak Exposes IDs of Over 14 Million Chilean Citizens Written by Cyber Research Team WizCase WizCase has discovered a database leak that contains identifiable information for over 14 million Chilean residents, aged 17+. The 3 GB database was hosted by Softlayer Technologies in Dallas, Texas, USA, but they are not responsible for the leak. Editor’s note: The Chilean Electoral Service has confirmed the authenticity of this data, but denied they run the leaky server....

Photo by Sebastian Enrique on Unsplash European Company Bending Spoons To Acquire Vimeo For $1.3 Billion Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager The Italian company Bending Spoons will acquire the video platform Vimeo for about $1.38 billion. The companies announced this Wednesday that they have entered into a definitive agreement for an all-cash transaction. In a rush? Here are the quick facts:...

Speed 9.0 / 10 Servers 5.0 / 10 User Experience 5.0 / 10 Support 1.0 / 10 Pricing 7.0 / 10 FlowVPNReview 2026: Before You Buy, Is It Worth It? Written By Clement Adegbenro Cybersecurity & Tech Writer FlowVPN Overview FlowVPN claims it uses backbone routes for what it calls a “speedier experience”, and further touts heightened security . I decided to put this VPN to the test to determine if it actually lives up to these lofty promises or if it’s just blowing smoke....

Image by Anastasiia Nelen, from Unsplash Former #1 Movie Piracy Site Linked to Global Malware Outbreak Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager FMovies was found operating a worldwide malware campaign which exposed more than 32 million devices to severe security risks. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: FMovies linked to global infostealer malware activity. Over 32 million devices reportedly infected worldwide....

Photo by Jamie Street on Unsplash Getty Images To Merge With Rival Shutterstock To Create A $3.7 Billion Company Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Getty Images and Shutterstock announced a merger of equal transactions this Tuesday to create a visual content company valued at $3.7 billion. The new partnership was formed after both companies faced challenges with the arrival of artificial intelligence....

Photo by Luke Porter on Unsplash Google And Meta Urge Australia To Delay Social Media Ban Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Google and Meta have urged the Australian government to delay the bill to ban social media networks for children under 16 this Tuesday. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Google and Meta are asking the Australian government for more time to evaluate the consequences of the ban The tech giants want to consider the results from the age verification system trial first X and TikTok also shared concerns about the new bill submitted last week According to Reuters , the tech giants explained that more time is required to evaluate its impact and that the government should wait for the age-verification trial results before implementing the law....

Image by Hanna Wei, from Unsplash Google Expands Public Access To Gemini 2.0 AI Models Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Google has announced the public release of its Gemini 2.0 Flash model via the Gemini API in Google AI Studio and Vertex AI, allowing developers to integrate the model into production applications. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts!...

Hacker Used Stolen Credentials to Breach U-Haul Customer Information Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor In a recent notification, moving truck company U-Haul disclosed a data breach affecting its tens of thousands of customers. The American truck, trailer, and storage company said that an unauthorized individual used legitimate credentials to access a system called “Dealers and Team Members” to track and view customer reservations and records....

Image by Kevin Ku, from Unsplash Hackers Selling Stolen Military And Defense Contractor Credentials For $10 Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager A new report by cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock reveals a troubling security breach affecting the U.S. military, federal agencies, and top defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin, Boeing, and Honeywell. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Malware steals VPN access, email logins, and multi-factor authentication session cookies....

HitmanPro vs Malwarebytes: Which Antivirus Is Better? (2026) Written by Enemali Okwoli Cybersecurity & Tech Writer If you’ve ever searched for a no-nonsense malware removal tool, the chances are you’d have stumbled upon either HitmanPro or Malwarebytes. Both anti-malware programs are robust, but they also have their strengths and weakness. So, choosing the right one that meets your needs is where the tough decision lies. HitmanPro and Malwarebytes are alike in many ways....

Photo by Christian Wiediger on Unsplash Hong Kong Investigates Louis Vuitton After Data Breach Affecting 419,000 Customers Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Hong Kong’s privacy watchdog announced on Monday that it is investigating the data breach affecting over 419,000 Louis Vuitton customers in the region. The cyberattack took place in June and was reported by the luxury brand in July....

HotRat: Hackers Exploit Pirated Software to Spread This New AsyncRAT Variant Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer A new AsyncRAT malware variant named HotRat is being spread through free cracked software of popular system and development tools as well as video games. Once deployed, the malware helps the attacker steal personal and sensitive information from the victim’s machine. ‘’HotRat malware equips attackers with a wide array of capabilities, such as stealing login credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, screen capturing, keylogging, installing more malware, and gaining access to or altering clipboard data,’’ Avast researchers said....

How to Block Inappropriate Content on Instagram in 2026 Written by Shauli Zacks Tech Writer Instagram offers content blocking and screen time limits to help manage your child’s online activity. While these features can be helpful, they all come with a significant limitation: Instagram’s tools can be easily turned off by your child, without your knowledge . I tried different methods for blocking inappropriate Instagram content. Unfortunately, third-party apps don’t have the ability to block posts , and you can’t always personally monitor your child when they’re on Instagram....

How to Block Inappropriate Videos on YouTube | Tested in 2026 Written by Shauli Zacks Tech Writer In my quest to block inappropriate videos on YouTube, I tested the available options provided by YouTube itself – YouTube Kids and Restricted Mode. Unfortunately, these features alone aren’t good enough to work on their own. In some instances, videos that should have been restricted were still accessible and it became clear that relying solely on YouTube’s built-in tools might not provide the desired level of protection....

How to Bypass OmeTV Ban and Video Chat Securely in 2026 Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager One minute, you’re chatting on OmeTV — the next, you’re banned without warning. It could be a system error, a false report, or a rule violation you weren’t aware of. Now, you’re locked out, unsure if it’s for days or forever. No one knows how long OmeTV bans last , and you may need to pay a fine to remove it....

How to Download Torrents Safely in 2026 – Beginner’s Guide Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor Downloading torrents on an unprotected internet connection is dangerous. You could expose yourself to viruses, malware, and hackers, or even face legal consequences if you breach copyright laws. I’ve compiled a set of straightforward suggestions for safely downloading torrents and steering clear of online threats. However, for a swift and effective solution, a VPN stands out as the optimal tool for secure torrenting....

How to Get a China IP Address (Updated 2026) Written by Deep Shikha Content Writer Losing access to your usual sites when traveling outside China can be frustrating , as these sites often require an IP address from China or a nearby region like Hong Kong. Finding the right VPN to obtain a Chinese IP address is challenging due to strict censorship, and most VPNs don’t offer servers in the country....

How to Get a Colombian IP Address (Updated 2026) Written by Ashleigh Naidoo Cybersecurity & Tech Writer If you can’t access your online bank account or you’re missing your favorite local TV shows when you’re outside Colombia, you may want to think about getting a VPN. A VPN hides your true location by giving you a new IP address in Colombia. This way, you can rightfully access your accounts in Colombia even when you’re abroad....