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fromFast Company
1 week ago

5 common Amazon scams and how to avoid them

Amazon is a common target for scammers using phishing tactics to deceive users.
#vpn
fromPycoders
2 weeks ago

PyCoder's Weekly | Issue #693

Postgres maintenance is crucial to avoid performance regressions in Python applications. It includes monitoring, early detection of slow queries, and ensuring proper indexing and autovacuum.
Python
fromPCMAG
3 weeks ago

Secure, Ad-Free Browsing on 3 of Your Devices for Just $11

AdGuard offers a full-featured ad blocking and privacy solution for $11 with promo code SOLOPLAN, covering up to three devices without recurring fees.
Digital life
fromEntrepreneur
3 weeks ago

They May Look Mundane, But They Distract Employees, Compromise Security, and Slow Your Internet | Entrepreneur

AdGuard Family Plan enhances online security and browsing experience by removing ads and protecting user data.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

UK student jailed for selling phishing kits linked to 100m of fraud

Ollie Holman was jailed for seven years for creating phishing kits that defrauded individuals and organizations globally.
#scams
fromInverse
1 month ago
Digital life

As The Scamiverse Gets More Sophisticated, Tomorrow's Scam Protection Is Here Today

fromInverse
1 month ago
Digital life

As The Scamiverse Gets More Sophisticated, Tomorrow's Scam Protection Is Here Today

#privacy
Privacy professionals
fromLifehacker
2 months ago

Five Services That Will Remove Your Personal Information From Data Broker Sites

Modern life is dominated by data collection, making privacy virtually nonexistent.
Data brokers aggregate personal information, which can lead to serious privacy risks.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Staying hands on made scaling to $1B+ fun for Cloudflare's founder

Cloudflare aims to defend businesses of all sizes online, emphasizing this necessity as they reach $1 billion in revenue.
fromPrivacy International
1 month ago

Meta and Yandex break security to save their business model

The technique used to achieve this was truly innovative, and akin to malware behaviour. It exploited protocols to break the isolation between apps and browsers, a fundamental security concept meant to protect users.
Privacy professionals
#cybersecurity
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

184 million passwords leaked across Facebook, Google, more: What to know about this data breach

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Facebook's new passkey support could let you ditch your password once and for all

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Information security

184 million passwords leaked across Facebook, Google, more: What to know about this data breach

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Privacy technologies

Facebook's new passkey support could let you ditch your password once and for all

fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Stay Focused With These Distraction-Cutting Tools | Entrepreneur

AdGuard's ad-blocking and VPN services can significantly enhance focus and productivity for professionals.
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How Avast's free AI-powered Scam Guardian protects you from online con artists

Online scammers utilize various tactics to steal money and identities, prompting Avast to enhance its free security software with Scam Guardian, a new anti-scam feature.
Privacy technologies
Privacy professionals
fromWAKA 8
2 months ago

What the Tech: Does Facebook have your credit card number? - WAKA 8

PayPal users may find their account linked to Facebook without permission, leading to unauthorized charges.
#data-breach
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Major hack exposes 184 million Apple and Google accounts

Massive data breach of over 184 million accounts discovered, containing sensitive information from major online platforms.
Users are urged to change passwords and enable Two-Factor Authentication for security against this breach.
fromEngadget
3 months ago
Information security

Now's a good time to check in on your Steam account security

Steam may have suffered a significant data breach affecting 89 million user accounts, urging a review of personal security practices.
Privacy professionals
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Major hack exposes 184 million Apple and Google accounts

Massive data breach of over 184 million accounts discovered, containing sensitive information from major online platforms.
Users are urged to change passwords and enable Two-Factor Authentication for security against this breach.
Information security
fromEngadget
3 months ago

Now's a good time to check in on your Steam account security

Steam may have suffered a significant data breach affecting 89 million user accounts, urging a review of personal security practices.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

What to do if you can't get into your Facebook or Instagram account

If you have access to the phone number or email account associated with your Facebook or Instagram account, try to reset your password by clicking on the Forgot password? link.
Social media marketing
fromHackernoon
4 months ago

User Consent in Data Collection Matters for Privacy: Here's Why | HackerNoon

User data awareness and consent are crucial for protecting privacy and personal information in the digital age.
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

One Small Upgrade Can Have the Biggest Impact on Your Cybersecurity | Entrepreneur

Upgrading to Windows 11 Pro significantly enhances online security and productivity for business owners at a remarkable discount.
#cybercrime
fromHackernoon
1 year ago
Online Community Development

The Tech Industry's Growing Role in Online Content Moderation | HackerNoon

fromTNW | Data-Security
3 months ago

Tinder Swindler survivor launches identity verifier to fight scams

IDfier offers a secure identity verification system through advanced technology to prevent online impersonation.
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

4chan is back online, says it's been 'starved of money' | TechCrunch

4chan's operators acknowledged that a lack of resources prevented them from updating their infrastructure, exposing the site to vulnerabilities and eventual hacking.
Online Community Development
fromEngadget
4 months ago

Bluesky is getting blue checkmarks and an official verification system

Bluesky is adopting an official verification system, granting blue checkmarks to "authentic and notable" accounts, a significant shift from its previous stance on verification.
Chelsea
Marketing tech
fromHackernoon
11 months ago

How to Prevent Your Newsletter Sign-Up From Getting Bombarded With Spam | HackerNoon

Implementing double opt-in, CAPTCHA, and using Cloudflare can effectively protect against spam newsletter signups.
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