These actions advance the US Government’s broader counter-ransomware strategy. It emphasizes “the need for a collaborative approach to counter ransomware attacks, including partnership between the public and private sector and close relationships with international partners.” The announced actions aim to: Ransomware Payments Reached Over $400 Million in 2020 The US Treasury press release highlighted the Department’s intent to crack down on malicious actors. Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen said the Department is “committed to using the full range of measures, to include sanctions and regulatory tools, to disrupt, deter, and prevent ransomware attacks....

Since Bluff City Law is exclusively on NBC, you can only watch the show if you’re located in the US. NBC blocks users from watching its content outside of the US. This poses a problem if you want to view Bluff City Law from another location. It’s not all bad news, though. If you live outside of the US, you can use a VPN to watch Bluff City Law and other exciting content from NBC....

It’s when you travel outside the States, though, that you hit a problem. FOX geoblocks its content outside the US to prevent streaming by non-American viewers. The only way to watch FOX from anywhere in the world is with a VPN; VPNs can bypass geo-restrictions and unblock FOX’s content. Why You Need a VPN to Watch FOX Due to licensing restrictions, only viewers within the United States are allowed to stream FOX NOW....

The boxing world will be tuning in to ESPN to see how these two fare in their battle for ranking. But you can only see the fight if you’re in the US. That’s because ESPN blocks anyone outside the US from watching its stream with geolocation software that blocks IP addresses in regions outside the US. It’s true. You can’t live stream the fight from just anywhere, and then you’re left wondering – did you miss a good fight?...

Then follow these steps: Sign up for a subscription with CyberGhost. You can just use the 45-day money back guarantee, meaning it will cost you nothing if you cancel on time. Install CyberGhost and launch the app (this works on computer, tablet and smartphone). Decide which stream you want to watch and in which country that stream is available (some free streams available here). Use a CyberGhost VPN server in the country you want to connect to (for instance, connect to one of CyberGhost’s VPN servers in Switzerland if you want to watch this Swiss Formula 1 stream for free)....

VPNs Transformed Several articles have been published of late predicting that Zero Trust Networking spells the end for VPNs. Is this likely? Research suggests it is not. VPNs are critical to enterprises on many levels and can’t simply be replaced. For example, for enterprises with remote workers, enterprise VPNs’ capacity to offer access to enterprise data, applications and cloud-based resources from anywhere is invaluable. VPNs are also important to enterprises since they facilitating site-to-site connection of remote data centers with enterprise networks....

Cyberattack could Trigger Next Recession Earlier in the week, the president of the European Central Bank (ECB), Christine Lagarde, delivered a speech in France. In the speech she stated attacks that destroy or encrypt the balance accounts of large financial institutions could trigger a liquidity crisis. Referring to the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) she said: “History shows that liquidity crises can quickly become systemic crises”. This in turn could lead to a recession....

“I Know Your Password” Most sextortion email scams start the same. Often, the cybercriminal includes a password the victim may have used at some point in the past or possibly is still using. The criminal may also add other personal information, to appear more authentic and suggest they have more information than they actually do. Next, the scammer reveals that he possesses photos or video recordings of the victim watching pornography or even engaging in sexual acts....

That’s why I did a deep dive into the privacy policies and histories of 45+ top VPNs. The best no-log VPNs won’t store any of your identifiable information and have policies proven with independent audits, real-life cases, or both. My top pick is ExpressVPN because its privacy policy has been verified by a top auditing firm. Plus, one government seized ExpressVPN servers in 2017 only to find that they held zero data, further proving it stores no logs....

Some content can still be viewed in other countries, but the majority of the videos on Youku, including its movies and TV shows, are geoblocked to anyone watching without a Chinese IP address. Luckily, IP addresses can be geo-spoofed. A VPN can trick Youku into thinking you’re watching from China, giving you access to the entire website. Start Watching Youku Today! Why You Need a VPN for Youku China is infamous for its censorship....

Today, we’re looking at the best VPNs that are compatible with the Samsung Galaxy Tab. We’ll also look at what you need in a VPN for a tablet, and how to install one on your device. What to Look for in a VPN for the Samsung Galaxy Tab The features you need in a VPN for your Samsung Galaxy Tab will depend on what you use your Tab for and why you want a VPN....

Russian internet providers are required to block access to Telegram. By using a VPN, you can change your IP address and encrypt your connection – that way, you can get back to using Telegram while you remain safe and hidden from government surveillance. It’s important to note that not all VPNs work in Russia. Alongside banning Telegram, Russia has taken to blacklisting many VPN and proxy services as well. This is why you need a solid VPN for the job – and one that still works....

After testing 30+ VPNs on PS4 and PS5, my team and I found a few that can secure your gameplay with minimal lag. Plus, they all have worldwide server networks, so you can access geo-restricted games and streaming platforms without issues. My top recommendation for PlayStation is ExpressVPN. It offers strong security features, ultra-fast speeds, and low ping times for secure and smooth gameplay. It’s also super easy to set up on a PlayStation....

My team and I tested over 100 VPNs and chose the ones that are powerful enough to let you securely bet from anywhere. The ones on this list safely bypass geoblocks, offer superior security features, and allow you to bet from anywhere, even when you’re traveling. Of all the VPNs I tested, ExpressVPN is my top choice. It offers access to all major sports betting platforms, has an extensive server network, and packs top-notch protection....

That’s why I’ve tested all the major VPNs to find the top five that can both unblock Finnish TV and stream it without a problem. My recommended VPN for watching Finnish TV is ExpressVPN. This trustworthy service has a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it totally risk-free. If you’re not satisfied, you can claim a full refund. Watch Finnish TV with ExpressVPN Now! Watch Finnish TV with ExpressVPN Now!...

The right VPN gives you access to your favorite shows on Antena 3, Telecinco, or La Sexta, and allows you to watch them in HD quality from wherever you are. My recommendations offer fast, reliable connections and easy-to-use apps. Overall, I found ExpressVPN to be the best service for watching Spanish TV from abroad. It has servers in 94 countries, including Spain and most of Central and South America. You can try out ExpressVPN risk-free as it offers a 30-day money-back guarantee....

Luckily for you, I’ve done hours of research, testing free VPNs to weed out all the scams, fakes, and dangerous services, and I’ve put together this list of the best free VPNs for your Chromebook. Just remember that even safe, reliable free VPNs have limitations. They might impose data or bandwidth restrictions, or operate only a few servers that get busy and super slow. But I have some creative solutions....

SecBI’s unique technology is based on unsupervised machine learning algorithms that continuously analyze the massive amount of network security log data for hidden and unknown security incidents. How does your solution deal with false positives? Security teams still base their work on alerts. Whenever a potential threat matches a certain signature or rule, they have to start an investigation process and connect the dots between the alert and a lot of additional data, just to answer the question, “Is this real malicious activity, and if so, who does it affect?...

Apple Launches the Security Research Device Program Apple’s iPhones have a long-standing reputation of being strongly locked down from a security perspective. This of course is not a bad thing, as it makes it difficult for malicious actors to hack consumers’ iPhones. However, this also makes it difficult for security researchers to explore iPhones for security vulnerabilities, as they have little visibility into the iOS. Researchers have had to resort to using jailbreak tools and third-party iOS emulators to get visibility into Apple’s iOS....

User Privacy a Hot Topic CES is one of the world’s largest technology exhibitions. For manufacturers it is the place to be to show what they are doing and which products they will launch. Tech giant Apple is usually not present, because they organize their own events to unveil new products. The last time Apple was at CES was in 1992. This year however, Apple was invited to a privacy roundtable, together with executives from Facebook and Procter & Gamble....