TikTok’s U.S. Sale Is Finally Happening. Here’s the Deal.
After years of uncertainty, TikTok has announced a deal to sell its U.S. operations. The new joint venture will be controlled by American investors, with ByteDance retaining a minority stake.
Category: Privacy
Surfshark Finally Brings Dedicated IP to Linux Users
Surfshark has extended its Dedicated IP feature to its Linux desktop app, closing a major platform gap. The add-on costs $3.75 per month and offers 20 global locations. This move brings it in line with other top VPN providers competing for user flexibility.
The VPN Loophole: Why 2025’s Online Safety Laws Are Already Failing
2025 saw a global push for online safety laws, from the UK’s Online Safety Act to Australia’s social media ban for under-16s. But a surge in VPN use and flawed age-checks suggest these measures are creating inconvenience, not safety.
Feds Charge 54 in Massive, Sophisticated ATM Jackpotting Ring
Federal prosecutors have unsealed a massive indictment against 54 individuals for a sophisticated ATM jackpotting scheme. The conspiracy, allegedly linked to the Tren de Aragua crime syndicate, used advanced malware to steal over $40 million from cash machines across the U.S.
Revolut bundles NordVPN with new UK mobile plan
Revolut is launching a mobile service in the UK that bundles a NordVPN subscription at no extra cost. The plan offers unlimited 5G data for £12.50 per month for early adopters, with a full public launch slated for January 2026.
That “Featured” VPN Extension Is Stealing Your AI Chats
A popular VPN extension with millions of users is secretly stealing every prompt and response from major AI chatbots. The malicious code has been active since July 2025, and the data is reportedly being sold.
UK’s Snooper’s Charter Still Full of Holes, Watchdog Warns
The UK’s Investigatory Powers Commissioner says the 2024 amendment act failed to plug critical gaps in surveillance law. Loopholes exist for foreign intelligence sharing and serious data breaches, while aging police IT systems remain a major concern.
DoD Picks ISACA to Run Its Massive Contractor Cybersecurity Program
The Department of Defense has named ISACA as the exclusive organization to certify assessors and instructors for its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). This move formalizes a three-year rollout, with full compliance required across the defense industrial base by 2028.
Reddit sues Australia over its social media ban for kids
Reddit is taking Australia’s government to court over its new law banning children from social media. The company claims the ban violates free speech and that Reddit is fundamentally different from platforms like TikTok or Instagram.
Popular VPN and Ad Blocker Extensions Are Stealing Your AI Chats
A security investigation has uncovered that several popular browser extensions are secretly harvesting the contents of users’ AI chatbot conversations. The extensions, installed by over 8 million people, send the data to third parties. Users are urged to uninstall them immediately.