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Cryptocurrency 10 min read

Is That Fake Crypto Wallet? How to Spot Scams and Stay Safe

The world of cryptocurrencies is full of opportunities, and just as many risks. Cryptocurrencies are a type of digital asset and digital currency that use encrypted, decentralized networks for secure transactions without the need for traditional financial institutions. As more people invest in digital assets, cybercriminals have turned their attention to a new target: fake crypto wallets. These fraudulent apps are designed to mimic legitimate cryptocurrency wallets but instead steal your private keys and drain your funds. So, how can you tell the difference between a real cryptocurrency wallet and a scam? In this article we’ll break down the red flags, give real world examples and share tips to protect your digital wealth.

VeePN Research Lab

Sep 19

Entertainment 6 min read

Fastest VPN for Android TV Box in 2025

Android TV Boxes are powerful tools to turn your regular TV into a smart entertainment hub. Android TV boxes, Sony Android TV, and other smart TVs, including Apple TV, Fire TV, and Google TV are popular platforms for streaming. For optimal streaming on these devices, server locations and streaming speeds are key. With Netflix, YouTube and Kodi at your fingertips, you can stream your favorite content on the big screen. But to unlock geo restricted content, avoid throttling and maintain privacy, a fast VPN is a must. VPNs can unblock geo restricted content and provide access to most major streaming services, making it easy to enjoy international libraries and bypass regional restrictions. In this guide we will explore the best VPNs for Android TV Box with the fastest speeds and why VeePN should be your top choice.

VeePN Research Lab

Sep 19

Entertainment 5 min read

Crunchyroll Alternatives for Anime Fans Who Want Less Hassle and More Shows

If you love anime but feel like your queue is scattered across apps, you’re not alone. Catalogs move, plans change, and some shows vanish for a while. Below we’ll map out legal anime streaming options that help you watch your favorite shows and movies with a sane interface on PC, Android, TV, or the web. We’ll also explain recent news that made unlicensed sites shakier than ever, then show how VeePN fits in later to keep your connection private while you browse legit platforms.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 17

Entertainment 7 min read

Couchtuner Alternatives: Safer and Legit Ways to Watch Your Shows

We know why you may search for Couchtuner alternatives. The original Couchtuner kept hopping to a new domain, clones still pop up, and you can waste time chasing links that buffer, die, or try to hijack your browser. Worse, illegal streaming sites are now getting blocked or taken down more aggressively and many push intrusive ads or malware. Security teams also keep warning about malware hidden behind ad redirects on shady portals. So yeah, clicking “play” on a random site can snowball into password-stealing junk. But there are legal alternatives with free access that work on smart TVs, phones, and any streaming device without weird hoops. We’ll map them out, then show simple ways to keep your streaming activities private with VeePN.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 17

Entertainment 6 min read

Cheapest Crunchyroll Membership: How to Save Big on Anime

Paying full retail for anime may hurt, especially when Crunchyroll subscription prices keep inching up. The good news? You can still score the cheapest Crunchyroll membership without settling for sketchy sites or endless ads. This guide walks you through today’s plans, regional loopholes that make Crunchyroll cheaper, and the VPN trick that keeps your binge-watching uninterrupted and ad-free.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 17

Entertainment 5 min read

How to Deadlock Change Region and Fix Matchmaking

If you’re playing Deadlock, Valve’s new shooter‑MOBA developed by Valve, the company known for games like Dota, in public playtest—you may have noticed the game auto‑assigns you to what it thinks is your optimal region. But what if you want to play in Europe while in your country, or queue with friends across continents? Thankfully, Deadlock lets you manually override region assignments using the in‑game developer console. In this guide, you’ll learn step-by-step how to change your region in Deadlock.

VeePN Research Lab

Sep 17

Cybersecurity 6 min read

Can I Use VPN for Robinhood? Everything You Need to Know

Robinhood has changed the investing game by offering commission free trades and a mobile app. This article is a comprehensive guide on how to use VPN with Robinhood, including international access, security and alternatives for global users. As a company and broker, Robinhood provides a trading platform and the Robinhood app which supports both crypto and stock trading. The Robinhood app is available on multiple devices so you can manage your investments on the go. To access Robinhood from restricted regions, you can download VPN apps to bypass geo-blocks. International residents and non-U.S. residents may need to consider alternatives or Robinhood alternatives like Interactive Brokers to manage their investments. Robinhood has expanded to the UK so it’s available for UK residents but it’s mainly for U.S. users. To invest and buy stocks or cryptos you need to open a brokerage account. When considering VPNs look at the key features of services like iTop VPN and VPN Unlimited such as multiple U.S. servers, strong encryption, fast speeds and support for multiple devices. Setting up a VPN involves downloading the app and connecting your devices. Always check regulation and legal compliance when accessing Robinhood as there is risk involved in accessing the platform from restricted countries. Your account password is encrypted and two factor authentication is recommended for extra security. When you log in you will need your password and may need to generate a code for two factor authentication. Managing a brokerage account from abroad may require you to file certain documents or forms and your income may be subject to tax depending on your residency.

VeePN Research Lab

Sep 17

Entertainment 8 min read

Steam Argentina: Smart Ways to Buy, Add Balance, and Avoid Gotchas

Prices and payment rules on Steam change more often than most people think. If you’ve seen guides about Steam Argentina and wondered what still works, you’re not alone. In the next minutes we’ll explain what changed with regional pricing, how taxes in Argentina shifted in 2025, what that means for your Steam account. You’ll know how to add balance cleanly with a Steam gift card or local payment method without risking your account. We’ll also show where a VPN like VeePN helps your gaming experience and where it doesn’t.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 16

Good to know 6 min read

Svchost: Hands-on Guide to Windows’ Service Host (And How to Keep it in Check)

Fire up “Task Manager” on any Windows PC and you will notice a forest of svchost.exe entries. Some sit idle, others gulp CPU, and a few spike your fans the moment the network cable plugs in. It is perfectly normal to see these service host processes, because Windows cannot boot without them. But the open design that makes them flexible also leaves the door cracked for malware impersonation and runaway resource use. This guide breaks down what svchost.exe actually does, why you see multiple instances, and how to fix, verify, or shut down misbehaving copies without crippling the operating system. You will also learn how VeePN’s security toolkit keeps rogue background services away.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 16

All about VPN 6 min read

VPN Concentrator: The Guide for Stress-free Secure Connectivity

Big companies do not live in one building anymore. Designers push giant files from cafés, accountants login from home, and branch offices swap data all day. A VPN concentrator sits at company headquarters (or in a data center) and makes sure every one of those remote users' connections stays private and organized. In this article, we break down the whole idea of VPN concentrators, share real security stories, and show how VeePN can give the same protection without a room full of hardware.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 16

Cybersecurity 6 min read

VPN Cracked: Why “Free” Copies Leak Data, Drain Speeds, and Put You at Risk

Grabbing a VPN cracked installer may feel like a quick way to save money and unlock premium features for free. In reality, cracked VPN apps tangle your Internet connection with malicious code, steal sensitive data, and often run slower than any legit VPN client. We’ll walk through how cracked VPNs work, where the real risks come from, and the safest cracked VPN alternatives that still protect online privacy without headaches. Later on, we’ll show how VeePN fits the checklist and why it’s a smarter move than using a cracked VPN.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 16

Entertainment 8 min read

VPN for IPTV: How to Unlock Content and Stream Securely Anywhere

We all love IPTV for different reasons, be it for watching sports matches, getting fresh news, enjoying drama, or else. But if you travel somewhere, geo-restrictions might not let you watch your favorite show or the game you’ve been waiting for a month. Or maybe your Internet Service Provider (ISP) decided to slow down your Internet connection, leaving you with heavy video buffering. And let’s not forget about nosy scammers and other malicious actors trying to get your sensitive data 24/7. All these things are annoying, right? That’s why you might consider using a VPN for IPTV. Read on to find out how IPTV VPN works, whether VPN for IPTV is safe and what is the best VPN for IPTV.

Oliver Bennett

Updated: Sep 16

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