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Do you have an AI-generated look-alike living online?
Advanced AI is producing highly realistic digital doubles, raising important questions about identity security and personal privacy. . The creation of AI doppelgängers prompts significant ethical con...
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How data breaches shaped the way we use passwords today
Every year, World Password Day nudges us to tighten up our digital defenses. Initiated to raise awareness about the role passwords play in safeguarding our private information, this day also serves as...
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What is a Canada digital ID?
The Canadian government is in the planning stages of rolling out a country-wide digital ID program. With a digital ID, Canadians could sign up for a wide range of services more conveniently and quickl...
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Ups and downs of post-quantum cryptography—and our hybrid solution
On April 10, 2024, a paper with the title Quantum Algorithms for Lattice Problems was published on the IACR (International Association for Cryptologic Research) preprint service. Despite the unassumin...
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2 years post-Musk: Is X nearing super app status?
It’s been two years since Elon Musk announced his intentions to buy Twitter. At the time, he claimed that he wanted to turn the platform into a super app, similar to WeChat. - Following its acquisit...
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40% U.S. travelers feel social pressure to share their locations
Ever caught yourself ready to post that perfect vacation snapshot on Instagram or quickly check emails using a cafe's Wi-Fi while on holiday? You’re part of a vast crowd. A recent ExpressVPN survey ...
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UK survey exposes Brits’ biggest holiday gripes
Have you ever sighed at the sight of your holiday budget stretching thin, or groaned as your hotel Wi-Fi fizzled out? You're not alone. In an ExpressVPN survey reaching out to 2,000 Brits, we uncover ...
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Survey: How worried are you about cybercrime while traveling?
Traveling to new destinations offers a break from the ordinary and a chance to explore. But alongside the excitement, travelers face the growing shadow of cybercrime. Engaging with diverse cultures an...
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Data for dollars: Beware of cash-incentive deals
Temu, a Chinese e-commerce platform with global popularity, recently offered cash incentives for new user registrations, sparking both interest and skepticism. The offer seemed straightforward enough:...
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Explainer: Google settles class-action lawsuit over Incognito mode
Browsing in “Incognito mode” while using Google’s Chrome browser may give the illusion of privacy, but the fact is that it does not prevent others, including Google, from tracking you. However...
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