Alexey Sadylko

Meta’s new Muse Image AI, launched in early July, was briefly training its image generator on user-published Instagram posts. However, following user uproar, Meta killed the feature less than a week later. Here’s the breakdown on Meta’s latest generative AI push — and why you shouldn’t let your guard down just yet.

For over a decade, internet users have had to squint at blurry fire hydrants, bridges, and bicycles — until AI came along. What’s next for the CAPTCHA?

Hackers have developed a PowerShell script that hijacks Telegram sessions and grants an attacker access to accounts without a password or verification codes. Here’s a breakdown of how it works and how to stay safe.

This article explains what might happen if someone transfers you funds and then you withdraw the equivalent in cash from your account to give to them, or if you use your own card to pay for a purchase they make.

Don’t panic. Again, don’t panic. Did we say don’t panic? A common threat explained in simple terms.

We explain where and how to view porn without risking the security of your devices or your wallet.

If you still think that Steam, Google Play, and the App Store are malware-free, then read this fascinating story about PirateFi and other hacker creations disguised as games.

We examine a special breed of scams aimed at lovers, married couples, and singles. Read on to learn how to avoid falling for “Brad Pitt”.

It feels as if spam is as old as the internet itself. The post looks at the money-making scams devised over the years, and how to avoid them today.

Every file, video, etc. we share contains a lot of hidden additional information — metadata. What’s it for, and is it really necessary?

The Tor Browser is a bastion of online anonymity, yet even this tool can’t ensure complete privacy — and here’s why.

Many popular online services these days require a selfie with your ID card or passport to register. We explore whether taking such photos is safe (spoiler: it’s not) and how to minimize the risks.

A breakdown of the most high-profile data leaks ever: from Yahoo to RockYou2024.

Training AI requires a colossal amount of data. Meta seems to have found a “brilliant” solution — using the personal data of its own users.

Tips on how to watch the UEFA Euro 2024 tournament while keeping your money safe and your mood good.

Hackers have long been engaging with the gaming world: from cracking games and creating cheats, to, more recently, attacking esports players live during an Apex Legends tournament. Regarding the latter, we break down what happened and how it could have been avoided.

Another celebration… for scammers. How cybercriminals scam women ahead of March 8.

Apple has released a new encryption protocol – PQ3 – for iMessage, which provides post-quantum security for instant messaging.