Screenshots from the U.S. Secret Service Reward Posters U.S. Offers $2.5 Million Reward for Hacker Behind Massive Global Cybercrime Operation Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor The U.S. State Department announced on Monday a reward of up to $2.5 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Belarusian hacker Volodymyr Kadariya . According to the indictment , Kadariya is accused of orchestrating a cybercrime operation that involved deploying the Angler Exploit Kit(AEK), various other malware, and online scams to millions of unsuspecting internet users from October 2013 to March 2022....

Photo by Marques Thomas on Unsplash U.S. Telecom Giants Contain Salt Typhoon Cyberespionage Attack Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor American telecom companies AT&T and Verizon have confirmed they have been targeted by the Chinese government-linked group Salt Typhoon and announced their networks are currently safe. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Verizon and AT&T confirmed they have been targeted by the Chinese government-linked group Salt Typhoon....

Using a VPN With Tails — 2026 Updated Guide to Setup & Risks Written by Kate Hawkins Former Editor Fact-Checked by Amar Cemanovic Cybersecurity Expert Tails is a Linux operating system designed to ensure you remain anonymous and safe online by routing all your traffic through the Tor network. However, Tails alone might not be enough to stay fully protected . So, I tested whether you can use a VPN with Tails to improve security....

Speed 10 / 10 Servers 6.0 / 10 User Experience 7.0 / 10 Support 7.0 / 10 Pricing 6.0 / 10 VPN.acReview 2026: Before You Buy, Is It Worth It? Written By Ashleigh Naidoo Cybersecurity & Tech Writer VPN.ac Overview Founded in 2009, VPN.ac has been around for quite a while. I wasn’t sure whether its resilience in the VPN market was thanks to performance or clever marketing. When I tried to find out, I was immediately struck by the lofty claims VPN....

What is RAT Malware? How to Protect Your Devices in 2026 Written by Enemali Okwoli Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Remote Access Trojans (RATs) are malware threats that allow a hacker to remotely control your device, install viruses, or spy on you. They can quietly infiltrate your system and gain access to your personal information. Cybercriminals can infect your system with RATs through webpages and malicious links, email attachments, and file downloads....

Photo by CardMapr.nl on Unsplash YouTube Launches AI Feature To Place Ads When Users Are Most Engaged Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager YouTube announced on Wednesday a new product called Peak Point, designed to identify meaningful moments in videos for ad placement. Powered by Google’s AI model Gemini, the tool will allow advertisers to display ads when users are most engaged....

10 Best Free Streaming Sites for Movies & TV in 2026 Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist Reader’s Comments 2 Though there are many free streaming sites, it’s still difficult to find one that has just the right mix of movies and TV shows. Plus, not all streaming sites are safe, as some inject malware into devices, and many violate copyright laws . After months of research, 10 streaming sites stood out for offering free movies and TV shows, while 3 VPNs proved to be the best at keeping me safe while streaming them....

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....

2 Best VPNs for Bolivia to Stay Anonymous Online in 2026 Written by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager If you are planning a trip to Bolivia, you should know that corruption plays a major part in politics and the government is taking steps to control the media . It seems increasingly likely that media outlets, messaging applications, and social media sites may soon become restricted . Those who take to social media sites such as Facebook or Twitter to express their own political opinions sometimes face a backlash from the government....

4 Best VPNs for Chromecast with Fastest Streaming 2026 Written by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Want to know how to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) with Chromecast? Read on to find out more. Google’s famous TV casting device, the Chromecast , allows you to wirelessly stream content from a device to your TV over Wi-Fi . This simple little gadget is amazing for catching up on the latest shows or to watch your favorite movies without the mess of connecting to your TV through HDMI....

5 Best Antiviruses for Chromebook in 2026: Do You Really Need It? Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Chromebooks are light, fast, and secure, but saying that they don’t need antivirus protection is far from true. ChromeOS has built-in tools like sandboxing and automatic updates that block threats before they can spread. But no system is perfect, and new risks are on the rise ....

5 Best FREE VPNs for Firestick & Fire TV: Tested in 2026 Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist Although many free VPNs exist, not all of them will work with your Firestick or Fire TV. Most free VPNs don’t have a dedicated app for Firestick , and others are too slow to stream shows without annoying buffering. Free VPNs are also extremely limited in accessing content. After testing dozens of free services, I found that some are unsafe and don’t provide adequate protection, especially if you use Kodi add-ons....

5 Best Free WinRAR Alternatives [TESTED in 2026] Written by Shauli Zacks Tech Writer Quick Summary : I tested and reviewed dozens of compression tools as an alternative to WinRAR, and I stand behind all the software listed below. However, if you’re looking for the best one, the answer is WinZip . It has the best compression ratio, powerful data protection, it’s compatible with all the major file formats, and best of all, you can get it free for 21 days with no credit card required ....

5 Best VPNs for Digital Nomads Written by John Bennet Online Privacy Advocate Do you spend a lot of time traveling ? Whether you love to be on the road or are away on business most of the time, protecting your device by using a VPN will improve your security and give you anonymity online . Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity....

5 Best VPNs for the Czech Republic: Stay Anonymous 2026 Written by Vanessa Teng Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Not being able to access your Netflix account when you’re traveling in the Czech Republic is annoying. It’s just as bothersome to lose access to Czech sites like iPrima and Česká Televize when you leave the country, but VPNs can help with that. I’ve tested the speed, safety, and streaming ability of many top VPNs on the market, and found that many of them don’t offer the features that I’m looking for....

5 Ways to Access Facebook if It’s Blocked at School or Work Written by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Reader’s Comments 2 Don’t get stuck without access to Facebook because your Network Administrator has put it behind the company or school firewall . There are quick and simple ways to bypass the block so you can access Facebook and other social media sites. Editor’s Note: We value our relationship with our readers, and we strive to earn your trust through transparency and integrity....

7 Best VPNs for Belgium to Stay Anonymous in 2026 Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Many streaming platforms won’t be available if you’re traveling to Belgium. Global services use geo-blocks to prevent non-residents from streaming content. But, that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on your favorite shows and movies in Belgium. Using a VPN is the quickest way to securely access home content in Belgium. It also keeps your online activities anonymous, especially on public WiFi....

Image by Onur Binay, from Unsplash 86% of American War Veterans Use Gaming to Cope With Stress Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Most U.S. veterans say video games help them manage stress, boost emotional health, and stay socially connected during and after military service. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: 81% say games helped them cope with difficult times during and after service....

Image by standret, from Freepik AI-Powered Ransomware Fuels Cybercrime Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager AI tools enhance ransomware tactics, targeting critical sectors like healthcare, with the U.S. leading detections. Nation-state actors expand global threats. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! RansomHub is the most active ransomware group, responsible for 13% of detections. The U.S. leads global ransomware targets, with 41% of Trellix detections focused there....