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Why hospitals are getting more cyber attacks
This post was originally published on December 14, 2020. Over the course of 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic has eroded privacy, digital security, and digital freedoms around the world. And in recent month...
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Tips for avoiding scams during the holiday shopping season
The holiday season is here, and in the age of Covid-19, many of us are resorting to online shopping. E-commerce spending is likely to rise sharply from last year. But that also means hackers and scamm...
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2021 Gift Guide: Best cybersecurity gifts for privacy protection
This post was originally published on December 11, 2020. In the whirlwind season of Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales and general holiday shopping mayhem, it can be hard to resist the ridiculous sav...
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Tech resources for leaving a cult
For individuals who find themselves in a cult and want to leave, the first step is to establish secure communication with the outside world. Here’s how to do that. The challenges of leaving a cult C...
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ExpressVPN launches new privacy and security features on Android
This post was originally published on December 8, 2020. At ExpressVPN, we are constantly thinking about how to improve your VPN experience and, more important, offering you new ways to stay private an...
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The antitrust case against Google might be good for your privacy
NOTE: This post was originally published on December 7, 2020 In October, the U.S. Department of Justice launched an antitrust suit against Google, the first one of its kind since the landmark ruling a...
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Delete these now: The worst apps for privacy in 2020
As we reach the finish line for 2020, we suggest a New Year’s resolution of paring down your mobile apps. Every app you download carries privacy risks, which vary greatly depending on each app maker...
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Download Android apps anonymously via the Aurora Store
Editor’s note: This is part of our series on alternatives to Big Tech. Read our posts on installing LineageOS on your phone and downloading apps for it from F-Droid. We previously detailed our exper...
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Biometric data collection around the world
In recent years, biometrics have increasingly played a key role in the governance and operation of our daily lives. Biometrics falls under two main categories, physiological and behavioral, and includ...
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Lightning Network: A better way to pay with Bitcoin
The Lightning Network has been highly anticipated by Bitcoin enthusiasts for years. As a separate network it promises to make Bitcoin payments faster and cheaper while not compromising the security of...
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