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Best Ways to Secure Your Cryptocurrency
Best Ways to Secure Your Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency 13 min read

How to Secure Your Crypto: 8 Essential Measures

Looking for ways to secure crypto? Good, because the need is dire — in 2023 alone, cybercriminals stole a whopping $10.2 billion in cryptocurrency from crypto exchanges and online wallets. Desperate times call for desperate measures (read feasible solutions to protect your crypto). And we’re here to help you with that. Read along to find out all about cryptocurrency security.

Updated: Mar 26
How to Find Free WiFi Near Me and Safely Use It
How to Find Free WiFi Near Me and Safely Use It
Good to know 11 min read

How to Find Free WiFi Near Me and Safely Use It

If you have an urgent need to go online while being away from home, it’s not always an easy job to do. Even these days, when the Internet seems to be available almost everywhere in the Wi-Fi space, finding a Wi-Fi hotspot nearby can be challenging. Additionally, when you have succeeded in connecting to a free network, your online security may be at stake since unsecured public network may easily be attacked by hackers. Wondering how to find free WiFi and stay safe while using it? Keep reading to find out! 

Updated: Oct 13
iPhone Calendar Virus
iPhone Calendar Virus
Cybersecurity 9 min read

iPhone Calendar Virus: How to Get Rid of It

Imagine that instead of reminding you about your friends’ birthdays and important business meetings, your iPhone calendar starts to deliver spam messages. Fake security alerts, intrusive ads, and “free money” offers distract you every hour. What could be more annoying? Moreover, these notifications do not just cause discomfort, but pose a real threat to your cybersecurity. Once you click on a provided link (even by accident when trying to turn it off), you will be redirected to a malicious website. And then, hackers will steal your private data in the blink of an eye. Wondering how to avoid such an outcome? No worries, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading this article to learn how to get rid of an iPhone calendar virus forever.

Updated: Jul 30
Photo Editing Apps that Are Collecting & Tracking Your Data
Photo Editing Apps that Are Collecting & Tracking Your Data
Digital privacy 14 min read

Photo Editing Apps that Are Collecting & Tracking Your Data

Editing your photos seems simple enough. But did you know that nearly 40% of photo editing apps - most of which are used for filters and other editing tools - are sneaking a peek at your personal info? And it's not like we can even trust them not to misuse it. In this article, we'll take a closer look at photo editing apps that collect and track data, highlight some safer alternatives, and share some useful tools to help you avoid data leaks.

Updated: Nov 26
NFT security threats
NFT security threats
Cryptocurrency 10 min read

Security Threats for NFT Buyers and Possible Solutions

With the skyrocketing rise of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), more and more people are looking to invest in this promising technology. The NFT market is projected to reach nearly $20 billion by 2028, with an impressive CAGR of almost 24%. Pretty solid numbers – and not only for you, but for scammers as well. So, if you consider buying your first...

Updated: Oct 10
How to Set Up a VPN on Your Android Device
How to Set Up a VPN on Your Android Device
All about VPN 13 min read

How To Set Up VPN On Android: A Guide For Your Device

We use our phones for everything, so keeping them secure surely is important. Virtual private networks (VPNs) can help with that on lots of devices, Androids including. VPNs are essential for users who want to protect their privacy and security on Android devices, as they encrypt users' internet connections and safeguard sensitive information from cyber threats. But how do you set up and run a VPN for Android in the first place? Simple enough! We’ve got the process covered below.

Updated: Nov 27
How to Use a VPN on Amazon Fire Stick [A Guide for VeePN Users]
How to Use a VPN on Amazon Fire Stick [A Guide for VeePN Users]
Entertainment 11 min read

How to Use a VPN on a Firestick: A Guide to Getting the Most out of VeePN

Having trouble finding a VPN that will play nice with your Firestick? Well, we've got just the thing to help you get the best out of this streaming device, avoid buffering, watch your favourite shows without a hitch, and keep your viewing habits private. In this article we're going to take you through how to set up a reliable VPN on your Amazon Fire Stick quickly and easily. Let's get started!

Updated: Jan 5
How to Avoid Bitcoin Scams
How to Avoid Bitcoin Scams
Cryptocurrency 13 min read

How to Avoid Bitcoin Scams: 7 Types, Examples, and Tips

The price of Bitcoin is well known to drop and rise. In 2021, it reached an all-time high price of almost $67 thousand, and then plunged to under $30 thousand in 2022. However, despite this yo-yo effect, the BTC continues to be the most stable and popular digital token in the crypto world. And unfortunately, traders and investors are not the only ones monitoring the BTC price. Scammers, hackers, and other malicious actors come up with all new ways of compromising the security of users and getting access to their crypto wallets. Want to keep your money safe and stay safe from fraud? Keep on reading in this article, you will learn some of the frequent scams involving Bitcoin and what you can do to avoid them.

Updated: Dec 1
The Safest Way to Buy Cryptocurrency
The Safest Way to Buy Cryptocurrency
Cryptocurrency 12 min read

The Safest Way to Buy Cryptocurrency

If you’re new to crypto trading, you probably wonder what you should start with. Perhaps you pick the most promising token first? Or is it worth kicking off with the choice of a relevant exchange platform? Of course, it all matters a lot when buying cryptocurrency. However, your safety should always be your number one priority. The thing is that...

Updated: Mar 26
7 Common PayPal Scams and How to Avoid Them
7 Common PayPal Scams and How to Avoid Them
Cybersecurity 11 min read

7 Common PayPal Scams and How to Avoid Them

Imagine you’ve just received an email reporting a problem with your PayPal account. The warning is serious and looks quite urgent. All they ask you to do is click on the provided link - and there it is - the problem solved. Right?  In fact, that’s where the actual problems are starting. You’ve just got caught by a PayPal scam, which is sadly becoming very common these days. Malicious actors apply various techniques and social engineering tricks to get users caught in their phishing nets. So, is PayPal safe to use and how to protect yourself from tricky scams? But don't worry, you've come to the right place for help! Read on to learn how to recognize the most typical PayPal email scams and avoid them

Updated: Feb 19
Discord Virus: How to Protect Yourself
Discord Virus: How to Protect Yourself
Cybersecurity 13 min read

How to Prevent Discord Malware: Protecting Yourself from Discord Virus

If you like to chat with your friends or teammates in Discord, it’s worth keeping an eye on your security. The thing is that the number of cyber attacks on this social media platform has gone up big time. According to a recent Sophos study, hackers are trying to spread different types of malware to over 150 million active Discord users. Discord’s popularity especially among online gaming communities has made it a prime target for cyber attacks as these communities use the platform heavily for communication and collaboration. Sounds scary? Don’t worry we got you covered. Keep reading this article to find out what Discord malware is, how to remove it and what you can do to prevent such threats.

Updated: Oct 9