Two-factor authentication (2FA) is one of those things we all know we should use—even if it feels like a hassle. Yeah, it’s a tiny bit annoying in the moment, but it’s a…
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Google warns ‘Q-Day’ is coming, could break encryption by 2029
The development of quantum computing is progressing faster than expected, leading Google to now anticipate that “Q-Day” could arrive as early as 2029. So says Heather Adkins, VP of Security Engineering, in…
Is that security alert a scam? How to tell the real from fake
Your smartphone vibrates and an email pops up: “Unusual login activity detected on your account.” For many users, this is a moment of panic. Are you experiencing a real hacker attack? Has…
Deepfake detection tools don’t always work. Here’s proof
By now, you know what a deepfake is. These AI-generated audio and video clips keep spreading, causing louder and louder warnings about them every week. It’s easy to mistake these imitations of…
Hackers know your social security number. Here’s how to stay safe
Keeping your personal information secure is hard. Even if you take all the right steps, a hacker can still infiltrate a company that you have no control over and steal sensitive info….
Stop annoying ads on nine devices for a one-time $11—through today only
TL;DR: Today only: Pay $11 for a lifetime of the AdGuard Family Plan and protect up to 9 devices from ads, trackers, malware, and unwanted content. Online browsing has become more cluttered than ever, with…
Phishing scammers weaponize ICE ragebait
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, along with CBP, have been deployed as a dominating police force by the Trump administration. Since 2025 they’ve snatched both immigrants and US citizens and killed dozens…
State-sponsored hackers love Gemini, Google says
“AI” systems aren’t just great for raising the price of your electronics, giving you wrong search results, and filling up your social media feed with slop. It’s also handy for hackers! Apparently…
4 quick security upgrades I always do on a new PC
Put a brand-new laptop or desktop PC in front of most people, and they’ll begin installing their favorite programs. Me? I check out its security setup. That’s not just making sure basics…
Ditch your PC’s free trial—these 3 antivirus options are way better
Using the antivirus trial that came with your PC? Or perhaps you’ve just been sitting it out with Windows Security? You may be able to do better. Why only may do better?…