Last month, I started reading dark web news articles out of curiosity. What began as simple research quickly became a lesson in media literacy. I found 10 of the most sensational headlines from major outlets in the past year and checked them against real data. The outcome was clear: most journalists are getting the dark …
I used to think I was pretty savvy about online privacy. I cleared my cookies once a month, used incognito mode for shopping, and had a password with a number and an exclamation point. Then I found out Google had a 300 page file on me documenting everywhere I’d been for the last six years. …
The hidden wiki has been around for years as a directory of .onion sites on the dark web. While some people use it to find legitimate resources like privacy tools or uncensored information, there’s no denying it’s also full of sketchy links. The question everyone asks is: how do you know which links are actually …
The dark web has a reputation as a scary, illegal place where hackers hang out. But honestly? A lot of regular people end up there out of curiosity or to get more privacy online. The problem is, most folks make some pretty basic mistakes that either put them at risk or just waste their time. …
Let’s get right to it. You’ve probably heard of encrypted messaging apps that promise to keep your chats private, but it’s tough to know which ones actually deliver. With government pressure on tech companies and frequent data breaches, choosing an app isn’t just about features anymore. It’s about keeping your digital life safe. The Signal …
A lot of people see the dark web as a mysterious and scary part of the internet where illegal things happen. That’s partly true. But even though governments have put in huge efforts and resources, they still can’t shut it down for good. Why is that? It’s not for lack of trying. The real reason …
The dark web has a reputation that’s equal parts mystery and danger. While it’s true that this hidden corner of the internet offers anonymity and privacy, it’s also become a breeding ground for scams that can cost you money, compromise your identity, or worse. If you’re thinking about exploring the dark web, you need to …
Your email knows a lot about you. It tracks who you talk to, what you buy, where you go, and what you like. Gmail reads your messages to show ads. Yahoo checks your inbox. Even your work email likely tracks when you read messages and click links. Most people are used to this now, but …