ChatGPT can sometimes be fussy about location, especially if you’re using it with a VPN. I’ve previously encountered an error that says, “We detect suspicious activity.” Other times, I've had to solve annoying CAPTCHA puzzles before I could use ChatGPT. On top of that, even though ChatGPT-5

You’ve probably noticed how almost every VPN promises to be “no-logs.” The problem is, most of them can't prove it. Without independent audits, court-tested cases, or real transparency reports, you just have to take their word for it. I don't know about you, but that’s not a risk I'm willing to

Every second counts in live betting, and a good VPN could be the difference between catching the right odds and missing out. I’ve had moments where a split-second delay meant the line shifted right before I could lock in my bet. My team and I tested 48 VPNs to find the best ones that reliably

Sky Go easily blocks most VPNs because they're easily detected by the platform. Those who do manage to work often lack reliable access or the speed needed for smooth, high-definition streaming, leading to buffering. With the EU Portability Regulation no longer in effect post-Brexit, even UK

Internet speeds are precious, and nothing kills your connection quite like a slow VPN. While all VPNs impact speeds due to encryption and routing, many turn simple tasks like streaming, video calling, and torrenting into a frustrating waiting game. The difference between a quality VPN and a poor

With the cost of everything going up exponentially, the last thing I want is to spend money on a VPN that's slow, unreliable, or unsafe. This is why I thoroughly test a VPN before committing to a subscription. But finding a genuinely useful VPN trial can be frustrating — most either limit essential

Gaming risks and tactics are becoming more sophisticated in the age of AI. Some players use advanced bots to compromise opponents’ performance and secure wins. ISPs are also deploying advanced traffic analysis tools to regulate bandwidth. These, among many other reasons, are making gaming VPNs a

Finding a reliable and safe free VPN can feel impossible. Many free VPNs claim to offer complete privacy, but some secretly log your data and sell it to advertisers. Others come with limitations like slow speeds and tiny data caps that make streaming Netflix or even basic browsing painfully slow.

No one ever wants to pay for something if they can get it for free. Of course, this raises some questions. What’s the difference between free and paid VPNs? Are premium services really necessary to protect your sensitive online data, or will a free option do the job? My team and I tested 50+

Port forwarding is essential for hosting game servers, improving P2P speeds, and accessing remote devices. However, most VPNs block it outright due to security risks. Even when VPNs do support port forwarding, they often implement it in a way that’s either unsafe, difficult to configure, or both.

If you’re flying to mainland China soon, you may or may not know how tricky it is to find a VPN that works there. I’ve seen too many travellers land in Beijing or Shanghai only to realise they can’t download a VPN and suddenly can’t use WhatsApp, Gmail, Instagram, or any Google service. The

There's no single "best DNS server" that suits everyone. For example, I want a good free DNS service to improve gaming load times. You might prefer one that prevents your ISP from logging your online activity. My colleague is a family man, and he wants the benefit of a safer setup for his

If you're new to streaming with Kodi and looking for an "Add Netflix" button, you'll be sorely disappointed. Netflix uses strict Digital Rights Management (DRM) to protect its content and licensing agreements. I guess, even with over 300 million paid subscribers (DamadSage, 2025)1, the streaming

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DuckDuckGo is a private search engine with built-in tracker blocking. I like how simple it makes privacy, no data collection or endless pop-ups about cookies (I hate those). While it's one of the most secure browsers for instantly wiping your browsing data, it doesn’t mask your IP address or

Since achieving global availability and popularity in 2016, Netflix has had no problems dominating the subscription-based video streaming market. Spotify has similarly kept a commanding lead in the music streaming industry, maintaining an over 30% market share for almost a decade. But in recent

With governments, businesses, and organizations relying increasingly on digital systems, hacking incidents have grown more widespread and systematic. Coordinated cyberattacks have targeted organizations, critical infrastructure, political figures, and even private citizens. These attacks can

Key Takeaways Training an AI model can produce around 626,155 pounds of CO2 — nearly five times the lifetime emissions of an average car. At the current rate, generative AI’s e-waste could reach 2.5 million tons per year by 2030. By 2027, the global demand for water due to AI-related

Key Takeaways Over a quarter (29.3%) of the companies involved in big corporate scandals belong to the Finance and Banking sector. Only 14 of the 58 companies analyzed shut down because of the scandals they were involved in. The majority of the analyzed companies (70.7%) faced some

Litigation against big-tech companies began with high-profile US government antitrust cases, like those against IBM (1969), AT&T (1974), and Microsoft (1998). But has since expanded to include consumer led class actions against companies like Apple, Adobe, Intel, and Google, often related

Key Takeaways VR users can be identified with over 94% accuracy using just 100 seconds of head and hand motion data — almost as accurately as a fingerprint. The majority (60%) of the companies behind VR headsets take your biometric data, including Apple and Microsoft. Similarly, 66% of