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6 Easy Steps to Setup VPN on Your Raspberry Pi Written by Valentine Milner Web Security Expert Reader’s Comments 1 Raspberry Pi is a single-board computer of UK origins that has taken the world by storm since is introduction in 2015, selling close to 20 million units. Its main purpose is to teach computer science in schools as well as developing countries. In such places, a great work-around for this type of censorship is by using a Virtual Private Network (VPN) ....

7 Best VPNs for Cuba to Stay Safe and Anonymous in 2026 Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist Internet connections are generally poor and expensive in Cuba. Since many use public WiFi, these have become hotspots for hackers. If you’re visiting the country, your personal data is at risk every time you use Cuba’s public WiFi to pay for tours and accommodations online . The best way to access all your online services and apps securely in Cuba is with a VPN....

7 Best VPNs for Denmark to Stay Safe & Anonymous 2026 Written by Sayb Saad Former Writer Hackers constantly lurk on open, unsecured networks in Denmark to steal your data. But that’s not your only concern. Despite there being no online censorship, many P2P sites like PirateBay are blocked in Denmark. Using a reliable VPN is the best way to stay secure in Denmark. It encrypts your data, making you anonymous on the web so that no one can spy on you....

Image by Sami Salim, from Usplash AI Denied Their Care, Now UnitedHealth Faces A Major Lawsuit Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor A federal judge has ruled that a major lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group (UHG) can continue, despite dropping some of the claims. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! A judge allowed a class-action lawsuit against UnitedHealth Group to proceed....

Image by Steve Jurvetson, from Flickr AI Robots Hacked To Run Over Pedestrians, Plant Explosives, And Conduct Espionage Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Researchers discovered AI-powered robots are vulnerable to hacks, enabling dangerous actions like crashes or weapon use, highlighting urgent security concerns. In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Jailbreaking AI-controlled robots can lead to dangerous actions, like crashing self-driving cars....

Image from Uplash+ AI Shows Promise in Tracking Parkinson’s Disease Progression Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor A study published on July 23 explores how artificial intelligence (AI) could revolutionise the diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease. This new method could offer hope for improved patient care and treatment. Developed by researchers at the University of Florida, the technology analyses video recordings of patients performing simple tasks to detect subtle changes in movement associated with the disease....

Photo by Headway on Unsplash AI Startup Paid Raises $21 Million Seed Round Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager The startup Paid, founded by tech entrepreneur Manny Medina, has raised $21.6 million in a seed round led by Lightspeed. The company is now reported to be valued at more than $100 million. In a rush? Here are the quick facts:...

Image by Rami Al-zayat, from Unsplash Android Malware Up 151% As Mobile Cybercrime Becomes More Organized Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager Android users face a 151% spike in mobile malware as attackers shift to smarter, large-scale scams exploiting outdated software and user trust. In a rush? Here are the quick facts: Spyware incidents increased 147%, peaking in February and March....

Apple Issues Critical Security Patches for Actively Exploited Zero-Day Flaws Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Just days after the release of emergency security updates to fix two zero-day vulnerabilities (exploited to deliver NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware), Apple urged users to update their devices with new security patches. The iOS zero-day exploit chain was discovered by security researchers at Citizen Lab and Google’s Threat Analysis Group (TAG), while working with Egypt’s former Member of Parliament, Ahmed Eltantawy....

Best Parental Control Apps for Monitoring Teens Phones Written by Shauli Zacks Tech Writer Choosing the best parental control app for monitoring teens’ phones can be challenging, and it depends on different factors, including your teens’ personality, your relationship, and what you want to monitor. I’ve tested 30+ parental control apps that are geared for teens. Many of them were not very good, either they didn’t have the features I needed or my teens could easily bypass its monitoring features....

Best VPNs for Online Banking: Why You Need One in 2026 Written by John Bennet Online Privacy Advocate Don’t make the same mistake I did — your bank’s online security isn’t enough to protect your accounts . Having worked in cybersecurity for 6+ years, I knew better than to rely only on passwords and two-factor identification to keep my finances safe. But, I got lazy and forgot to use extra precautions....

Best VPNs for Sweden Written by Valentine Milner Web Security Expert Are you looking for a swift way to unblock content in Sweden? All you need is a high performing VPN. In fact, if you’re on a trip to this peaceful country, using a service that will allow you to access your favorite TV shows as you relax in your hotel, will spice up your traveling experience. But what exactly should an efficient VPN have?...

Image by Julia Koblitz, from Unsplash Controversial AI Paper Withdrawn After MIT Investigation Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager In a rush? Here are the quick facts: MIT disavowed a widely circulated AI research paper by a former student. The paper claimed AI boosted lab discoveries but lowered scientists’ satisfaction. MIT cited lack of confidence in the paper’s data and conclusions....

Credential Phishing Campaign Uses LinkedIn Smart Links to Target Microsoft Accounts Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer In a new phishing campaign targeting Microsoft credentials, hackers were seen exploiting the Smart Links feature of LinkedIn to evade detection and bypass email security measures. Connected to LinkedIn Sales Navigator services, the smart links or ‘’slink’’ is used for marketing and tracking purposes by LinkedIn business accounts. This feature allows users to promote and measure content engagement via embedded links in emails....

CyberGhost Not Working With US Netflix? Here’s a Fix (2026) Written by Rosemary S Siluvai Anthony Cybersecurity Specialist Netflix actively tracks and blocks IP addresses that belong to VPNs to prevent purchasers from bypassing geo-restrictions and violating licensing terms. But VPNs also work hard to continue providing a safe way to watch Netflix, especially on less secure public WiFi hotspots. Since this virtual chase is costly, many VPNs stop trying to be ahead of the streaming service....

Digital Marketing Company Data Breach Exposes User Info Written by Cyber Research Team WizCase WizCase’s security team, led by Ata Hakçıl, has found a major breach affecting Reindeer, an American marketing company previously associated with Patrón Tequila, Tiffany & Co. and other brands. This breach exposed customers’ names, date of birth, email addresses, physical addresses, phone numbers and more. Hundreds of thousands of people were left vulnerable in the breach. There was no need for a password or login credentials to access this information, and the data was not encrypted....

Does Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection Support Netflix (2026) Written by Sarah Barnes Web Security Expert To stay safe online, I always use a VPN, even when I’m watching Netflix. As you may know, Netflix’s content libraries change in different countries due to copyright and broadcast agreements . As such, Netflix actively blocks VPN connections to protect its content. If you want to watch Netflix with a VPN, many don’t work. Kaspersky Secure Connection (KSC) used to be my go-to, but it often doesn’t work anymore....

ESPN Will Be Fully Available on Disney+ Next Year Written by Shipra Sanganeria Cybersecurity & Tech Writer Fact-Checked by Disney CEO Bob Iger said that the eagerly awaited ESPN standalone streaming service will be added to Disney+ in the fall of 2025. The announcement was made in a CNBC interview on Thursday. The service, which was first announced in 2023 , will give viewers access to “the full suite” of the ESPN network....

Photo by Oberon Copeland @veryinformed.com on Unsplash Etsy Updates Policies to Include AI Art and Adds New Tags to Clarify Human Roles Written by Andrea Miliani Former Tech News Expert Fact-Checked by Justyn Newman Former Lead Cybersecurity Editor Etsy updated its seller policies on Tuesday adding new tags and allowing entrepreneurs to sell AI art but not prompts. The American e-commerce, known for its handmade and human artwork items, redesigned its house rules and published a new document called Etsy’s Creativity Standards....

Image by Freepik Ex-Disney Staffer Charged For Dangerous Menu Hacks Written by Kiara Fabbri Former Tech News Writer Fact-Checked by Sarah Frazier Former Content Manager In a Rush? Here are the Quick Facts! Scheuer altered menus, removing allergen info and changing fonts to Wingdings. Scheuer faces charges under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act. He could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted. A former Disney employee, Michael Scheuer, has been arrested and charged with hacking the company’s systems to alter restaurant menus, potentially endangering patrons’ health, as reported on Wednesday by The Register ....