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Is DeepSeek safe to use?
DeepSeek has enjoyed quite the wild ride over the last few days. The Chinese AI platform exploded onto the scene last week, jumping to number one in the App Store’s free apps list and tanking Nvidia and Google stocks. However, you might not want to rush to download and try out the app everyone is talking about just yet, as…
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What is RedNote? Is this TikTok alternative safe?
The US ban of TikTok has many US social media users frantically searching for an alternative. The recent massive influx of users to RedNote, a Chinese social media app, suggests that an alternative has been found. Hundreds of thousands of new users have been reported to have joined RedNote recently. At the time of writing, RedNote was the most downloaded app in…
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New macOS malware uses Apple’s own code to quietly steal credentials and personal data — how to stay safe
While Apple’s Macs aren’t targeted by hackers as often as Windows PCs, they’re far from impenetrable. Security researchers at Check Point Research recently pushed out an alert warning 100 million Apple users that a new variant of the infamous Banshee malware has been detected, capable of stealing browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallets, and other personal data. Check Point first uncovered the…
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Is Shein safe? Examining Shein’s privacy and security risks
The ethical concerns surrounding Shein have been discussed extensively elsewhere, so we’re zeroing in on a different question. Is Shein safe when it comes to your privacy and security? After all, how the company handles your personal information is just as important as the shopping experience itself. In this article, we cover Shein’s data collection policies and security measures following…
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Is Crypto.com safe to use? What you need to know
Crypto.com is one of the most popular cryptocurrency trading platforms. Almost everyone knows about cryptocurrencies, and investing in them is becoming more popular. This leads to many people asking: Is Crypto.com safe to use? Crypto.com allows anybody to engage in a wide range of cryptocurrency trading activities. You can buy and sell cryptocurrencies and stake your crypto to earn rewards…
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Is ID.me safe? – Everything you need to know
ID.me is an online, free platform designed for identity verification founded in 2010. It has grown to over 100 million members. Based in McLean, Virginia, the company is recognized by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology, and various state and federal agencies use the app to confirm user identities securely. In this article, we’ll examine how ID.me protects…
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GenAI is affecting jobs previously thought safe from automation – Computerworld
According to a new report from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), generative AI (genAI) will soon affect work areas previously considered to have a low likelihood of automation, according to The Register. Automation in the past mainly affected industrial jobs in rural areas. GenAI, on the other hand, can be used for non-routine cognitive tasks, which is expected to…
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Is Duolingo safe? Here’s what you should know
Duolingo has become a favorite for language learners worldwide, offering courses in over 30 languages, including less commonly taught ones like Scottish and Zulu. Its engaging, gamified approach uses listening exercises, flashcards, and interactive stories to suit different learning styles. With bite-sized lessons, users can learn at their own pace, making language learning accessible anytime, anywhere. However, as its user…
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Is TikTok Safe? Here’s what you need to know
TikTok and its Chinese counterpart, Douyin, run on the same software but operate on separate networks to align with China’s strict censorship laws. While TikTok is accessible worldwide through the App Store and Google Play, it has raised privacy and security concerns similar to those associated with many social media platforms. TikTok is generally as safe as other social media…
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Adopting more security tools doesn’t keep you safe, it just overloads your teams and creates greater risks
While most security decision makers are expanding their security tools rather than replacing them, this could create greater risks for practitioners. According to new Google Workspace research, while nearly two-thirds (62%) of UK-based IT leaders admitted to adding new security tools as they go along, those ending up with ten or more experience more security incidents than those with fewer.…
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