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What makes a password strong in 2025? How long should it be, and how often should you update it? Here's the latest recommendations from top cybersecurity experts.

A secure container company listens to several top Linux maintainers on how to build the most secure Linux distro possible. The result: Chainguard OS.

Google didn't tell Android users much about Android System SafetyCore before it hit their phones. Fortunately, you can disable it.

Wake up to a new app on your iPhone after the iOS 18.4 update? You're not the only one.

Cisco's latest study reveals how strong privacy practices are becoming a competitive advantage for businesses adopting AI - and why companies are shifting budgets to keep up.

VPNs are a must for privacy, but should you protect your whole system or just use a VPN in your browser? Here's the difference and how to decide which option is best for you.

Smarter TV operating systems bring new privacy risks, with one major concern being automatic content recognition (ACR) - a feature that monitors your viewing habits.

After a 2021 data breach affected 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally on the way. Here's what you can expect.

iOS 18.4 is here, and for some, it's causing major battery drain. Here are my top tips to get to the root of the issue and restore your iPhone's power ASAP.