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As users turn to ad blockers, sites start blocking users
This post was originally published on March 9, 2016. Last December, Forbes started blocking access to visitors who used ad-blocking software. Visitors with any type of ad blocker installed on their we...
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Batman v Superman: Who's got the best secret identity?
This article was originally published on March 4, 2016. How do two of the world’s most iconic superheroes hide their respective identities? On the surface, it doesn’t look like they have much in c...
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It's brilliant. But what is the internet?
We use it every day and It’s become an absolutely essential part of our lives. But what actually is the Internet? The dictionary defines it thusly: “a global computer network providing a variety o...
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Guide to stronger passwords – Part 3 (Diceware)
This is Part 3 of our stronger password series. For the other parts, click below: Part 1 (Two-factor authentication) Part 2 (Password managers) Generate secure and memorable passwords with Diceware If...
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What Apple’s fight against the FBI means for the future of privacy
This post was originally published on February 22, 2016. Apple CEO Tim Cook made headlines last week when he released an open letter opposing a recent court order from the FBI. The order required Appl...
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7 Biggest cyber attacks in history: Key lessons & prevention tips
Cyber attacks aren’t just IT problems anymore. They shape economies, expose government secrets, and bring corporations to their knees. Some have shut down fuel pipelines, leaked millions of credit c...
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Meet the man who wants to save encryption
Meet California Congressman Ted W. Lieu, our hero. The argument over encryption has been a trending topic over the last few years. Ever since Apple began adding end-to-end encryption on their devices,...
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The Snowden Effect: 4 things we’ve learned since the privacy bubble exploded
This post was originally published on February 3, 2016. The Snowden Effect (noun): To raise global awareness towards privacy and security rights In 2013 NSA contractor Edward Snowden leaked highly cla...
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Online privacy is why Sweden wins the internet
This post was originally published on January 5, 2016. Sweden always seems to be at the forefront of any discussion about privacy laws on the internet. The Swedish government places no restrictions on...
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Nothing to hide? Speak for yourself.
This post was originally published on December 2, 2015. “Don’t worry; you have nothing to fear if you have nothing to hide.” Ah, the well-used mantra of a Nazi or a movie villain (or both). At l...
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