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Over the past week, at least two German Mysterium exit node operators have come forward and informed their community that the police raided their homes. Those raids were in response to dVPN users accessing malicious content through their nodes.
Hong Kong is set to launch spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) on April 30, 2023, through three Chinese firms: China Asset Management, Bosera Asset Management, and Harvest Global Investments. This event marks a significant milestone in the development of regulated crypto investment products worldwide. Key points: 1. Hong...
The existence of blockchains, cryptocurrencies, and other Web3 assets is only possible through data exchanges over the internet. While blockchain technology is supposed to be transparent and secure, there are some inherent flaws that leave it vulnerable to hackers. Because of this, it is advisable for anyone who owns digital...
Virtual Private Network Adoption Rate in the Emirates Among Highest in the World In 2023, UAE residents increased their downloads of virtual private network (VPN) apps by 1.83 million, reaching a total of 6.1 million, as reported in the latest update of the Global VPN Adoption Index. This...
Violators of VPN Laws Face Prison and Heavy Fines In a recent statement, Muhammad Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cybersecurity at UAE Government, clarified that residents in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are permitted to use Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). However, he emphasized that the misuse of VPNs "is the...
Google One VPN to be Discontinued The Google Graveyard has claimed another victim, this time in the form of the VPN included with Google One, the company's subscription-based cloud storage plan. Google recently sent emails to users, announcing the VPN's impending demise later this year, citing...
The huge increase of smart devices—from TVs to thermostats—has transformed our homes. But these internet-connected gadgets expose us to serious cyber threats. The recent enactment of the UK's Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure (PSTI) law marks a critical step toward bolstering smart device security. While these...
Russia's Bold Move: Banning General Crypto Circulation In a bold move that has sent shockwaves through the global crypto community, Russia is poised to implement a strict ban on the general circulation of crypto assets like Bitcoin. This decision, spearheaded by Anatoly Aksakov, Chairman of the State Duma...
The Scale of the Problem When political unrest erupts, undemocratic governments may restrict public communication by shutting down internet access and social media platforms within their countries. The Internet Shutdown Tracker, drawing information from internet watchdog NetBlocks, media reports, and NGOs, exposes which countries have resorted to such tactics since...
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have become an increasingly popular (and necessary) - tool for internet users around the world. But what exactly are VPNs, and how can they benefit you? This comprehensive guide will delve into the world of VPNs, exploring their functionalities, advantages, and potential drawbacks. What is a...
The internet has evolved into a tool for connecting people as well as a control battleground, in an era of growing digitalization and political unrest. Social media platforms like TikTok, with their vast user bases and global reach, often find themselves at the center of these conflicts. The threat of...
Just as the release of the Bitcoin whitepaper in 2008 heralded the dawn of decentralized finance, the emergence of decentralized Virtual Private Networks (dVPNs) promises to revolutionize the way we access and interact with the digital world. As we stand on the precipice of this technological frontier, it's...
