TECH

A digital rights group unveils a new version of its free, open-source VPN FreeSocks v2 adds Xray-based pluggable proxy to evade VPN blocks Post-quantum encryption has also been added for maximum security With state-sponsored internet blocks growing more sophisticated worldwide, ordinary citizens are finding it increasingly difficult to stay connected. Now, one privacy-focused non-profit is…

If you’re looking for a mini PC that can comfortably handle work, study, and everyday computing without taking over your desk, I’ve found a great deal on the Geekom A5 Pro. Powered by AMD’s Ryzen 5 7530U processor, a six-core, 12-thread chip with boost speeds of up to 4.5GHz, the Geekom A5 Pro is now…

While the tech world is gearing up for the debut of Samsung’s new foldables at Unpacked next week — with the company teasing some major changes to its lineup — here in the UK we’re finally able to get our hands on the Samsung Galaxy XR headset. It’s now available outside the US and Korea…

The European Parliament is introducing a secure AI platform for legislative use The officially sanctioned platform will allow MEPs and staff to use AI models AI slop and hallucinations have become a problem for the European Parliament The European Union is planning to introduce an officially sanctioned AI platform to provide European lawmakers with a…

NordStellar reports 2,581 ransomware attacks in Q2 2026, with Qilin (299) and The Gentlemen (284) leading activity, far ahead of DragonForce (147) US SMBs were hit hardest, suffering 769 incidents; Canada (97), Germany (83), and the UK (74) followed, while attacks on billion‑dollar enterprises surged 74% Experts say rivalry between Qilin and The Gentlemen is…

Ernst & Young confirms breach via a third‑party IT service management platform, exposing client tax data between March 28 and April 12, 2026 Attackers accessed documents tied to tax support tickets; exact scope and affected clients remain undisclosed, with no dark web leaks or group claims so far EY activated incident response, secured systems, and…

Avengers: Doomsday pre-sale tickets will go live later today (July 20) Fans think the new Marvel movie’s first trailer could be released, too It would be an unusual move for Marvel to make for one major reason Avengers: Doomsday tickets are finally set to go on sale later today (July 20) — and Marvel fans…

For years, identity security has been designed to secure an organization’s human users. But as agentic enterprises take shape, the identity equation is shifting. Artificial intelligence (AI) agents and AI-powered builders – software tools used to develop websites and applications without coding – are increasingly participating in how access is configured, governed and used. Matt…

2026 is giving us Aang squared. Not only did Netflix give us Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2 in late June, but now Paramount+ returns to its popular animated franchise with Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender. The title is only slightly changed, but the difference between the two stories is huge. In the latter, it’s…

It’s finally here – at 3pm ET / 8pm BST, Spain and Argentina step onto the pitch at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for the 2026 World Cup Final. Arguably, today’s match is the sporting event of the year – and as such, fans will be tuning in from every corner of the globe….