Image by Christian Wiediger, from Unsplash Telegram Shared Data On 22,000+ Users Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Telegram shared user data with authorities over 22,000 times in early 2025, sparking political tension and transparency concerns across multiple countries. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Telegram shared user data on 22,777 accounts in early 2025. This is nearly 4x more than in early 2024....

Image by Natanael Melchor, from Unsplasg Terumo Monopolizes Repair Of Life-Saving Machines, Raising Costs For Hospitals Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Hospitals using Terumo Cardiovascular’s Advanced Perfusion System 1 Heart-Lung Machine, a six-figure device critical for heart surgery, have been informed they can no longer service the machines in-house. Instead, all maintenance and repairs must now go through the manufacturer....

The Best Free (and SAFE) Software for Windows in 2026 Written by Shauli Zacks Tech Writer You should always be careful when downloading free software to your PC because more times than not there is a hidden price to be paid . It could be: Installing bloatware or other software that you didn’t intend to install. It might be allowing the company to collect and sell your personal data to a third party....

The Best Streaming VPNs for Every Device (Tested 2026) Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor Accessing streaming services can be tricky when you travel abroad — regional restrictions mean you can’t view your favorite shows and movies or even log in to your account to watch the content you’ve rightfully paid for. Fortunately, you can avoid streaming issues by using a top-tier VPN to stream on all your devices from anywhere....

The Best Streaming VPNs for Every Device (Tested 2026) Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor Accessing streaming services can be tricky when you travel abroad — regional restrictions mean you can’t view your favorite shows and movies or even log in to your account to watch the content you’ve rightfully paid for. Fortunately, you can avoid streaming issues by using a top-tier VPN to stream on all your devices from anywhere....

The Best Streaming VPNs for Every Device (Tested 2026) Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor Accessing streaming services can be tricky when you travel abroad — regional restrictions mean you can’t view your favorite shows and movies or even log in to your account to watch the content you’ve rightfully paid for. Fortunately, you can avoid streaming issues by using a top-tier VPN to stream on all your devices from anywhere....

VPN Split Tunneling —What Is It and Why Should You Use It? Written by Osama Zahid Cybersecurity Specialist Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Split tunneling is a VPN feature that lets you specify which traffic you want to exclude from the VPN connection (tunnel). It’s a useful tool that can be beneficial in many cases, but you should note that it’s not always the best choice, as it has some downsides....

💡 Features 8 / 10 ⚙️ Installation 7.7 / 10 👍 Ease of Use 8.3 / 10 📞 Support 7.6 / 10 🏷️ Pricing 8.4 / 10 Written By Shauli Zacks Tech Writer WebWatcher Overview Let me save you some time. If you’re looking for a parental control app that will let you put a filter or time limits on your kid’s mobile devices and computers, then WebWatcher is not for you....

Image by Raj Kumar Joshi, from Unsplash Wi-Fi Signals Can Now Monitor Heart Rate Without Wearables Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager A team at the University of California, Santa Cruz has developed a system that uses ordinary Wi-Fi signals to monitor a person’s heart rate. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Pulse-Fi uses Wi-Fi signals to monitor heart rate without wearable devices....

YouTube is Cracking Down on Premium Subscriptions Purchased Through VPNs Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Fact-Checked by YouTube is reportedly cracking down on users who’ve used VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) to access cheaper Premium subscriptions by spoofing their purchase location. Although there’s no official announcement on YouTube’s site, several recent Reddit threads indicate users have been receiving emails informing them of automatic cancellations. A YouTube support representative also informed PCMag that “YouTube has begun canceling premium memberships for accounts found to have falsified signup country information....

“We Messed Up — Sorry”: Reddit Reintroduces Old Award System Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Fact-Checked by Reddit reintroduced its old award system last week, along with other new updates, after users found the “golden upvote” system that was introduced less engaging “We tried something new, it wasn’t great (you called it),” Reddit said in the May 15th post . It also said that the new golden upvote system “wasn’t as fun or expressive as legacy awards....

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 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 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....

5 Best Family Password Managers — Safe to Use in 2026 Written by Osama Zahid Cybersecurity Specialist Keeping my family’s digital credentials safe is very important to me. Securing everyone’s passwords is crucial to stay safe against identity theft and other threats. So, I tried many password managers to find the best ones for protecting my family’s passwords . It can be challenging to discover reliable family password management solutions that offer robust security while remaining user-friendly....

5 Best Free Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Alternatives [TESTED in 2026] Written by Shauli Zacks Tech Writer Quick Summary: I downloaded and tested all of the software listed below to search for the best free alternatives to Adobe Acrobat Pro DC. While each one is good enough, WPS Office was above them all . The free version has tools for editing, merging, and splitting PDF files and can convert a PDF to multiple formats....

5 Best Free VPNs for Linux in 2026 (Ubuntu, Mint, and More) Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist It’s tough enough to find a free VPN that’s safe and supports all your online activities like streaming and torrenting. A free VPN that also works with Linux can be almost impossible to find. Even premium VPNs have limited support for this operating system, often requiring manual OpenVPN installation. That’s why I tested over 30 VPNs and their performance and compatibility with Linux....

5 Best VPNs for Discord: Access Safely Anywhere 2026 Written by Mae Hoth Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Editor’s Note: Turkey has just issued a ban for Discord that will prevent access to the service without the use of a VPN. To access a VPN in Turkey, the options below can provide access to the app. This note will be updated as the situation develops. Discord is my favorite Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service, providing text messaging, voice calling, video sharing, and file uploading....

5 Best VPNs for Overwatch in 2026 for Low Ping & Less Lag Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer You might experience lag spikes playing Overwatch while traveling. Unfortunately, its servers aren’t uniformly available across regions, so some players are forced to connect to distant servers and play with high latency . A VPN can reduce latency to ensure lag-free gaming, and will also protect you from hackers and DDoS attacks....

Image by Red Dot, from Unsplash AI Could Protect Your Electric Car From Cyberattacks Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager As electric vehicles (EVs) grow in popularity, their charging stations are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals. Hackers could disrupt power grids, steal sensitive data, or even take control of charging systems. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: AI predicts cyberattacks on EV chargers before they happen....