In a joint, long-running international investigation effort comprising ten countries as well as Europol, the action was undertaken per the EMPACT EU Policy Cycle, under the objective: “Cybercrime – Attacks Against Information Systems.” Unhappy New Year For Cybercriminals Europol’s report entitled “Unhappy New Year for cybercriminals as VPNLab.net goes offline” goes into detail about the joint operation that led to the shutdown of the notorious domain. Law enforcement, led by the Central Criminal Office of the Hannover Police Department in Germany and the Verden Public Prosecutor’s Office in Germany, cracked down on “the criminal misuse of VPN services” this week, targeting VPNLab’s users and infrastructure....

This statement comes after the ACLU, alongside eight Federal Public Defender offices, filed an amicus brief with a U.S. federal appeals court in Virginia on Jan 27. The brief challenges the court’s decision to admit Google location data obtained via a geofence warrant as evidence in the case against Okello T. Chatrie. Chatrie is charged with robbing the Call Federal Credit Union in Midlothian, Virginia. He was sentenced to nearly 12 years in prison in August 2022....

The last time this competition was played was in 2019, the USA, Brazil, and China were the podium clinchers for the Women’s. As for the Men’s tournament, the top three looked like this; Russia, the USA, and Poland respectively. The 2021 competition is now fired up, emerging once again from the results of the hugely successful 2019 competition (which saw Russia beat the USA in Men’s, and the USA beat Brazil in Women’s)....

The second-leg Arsenal vs Villarreal match is scheduled for kick-off at the Emirates Stadium at 8 pm BST (9 pm CEST) Thursday, May 6th, 2021. As for Roma vs Man. United, it is also scheduled for kick-off at the same time, but at the Stadio Olimpico venue. These matches fall into the category that will be held behind closed doors. According to tactical analysis forecasts, Man. United is expected to make it into the Europa League Finals after the second leg, but some predictions also see a 1-1 tie....

There are ways around geo-restrictions. Use my quick guide and a VPN to stream the IHF Women’s Handball World Championship from anywhere in the world. Watch the IHF Women’s Handball World Championship Now! Watch the IHF Women’s Handball World Championship Now! Why You Need a VPN to Watch the IHF Women’s Handball World Championship The 24 best women’s handball teams are competing for one prize at the 2019 IHF Women’s Handball World Championship....

Your IP address Locations you tweet from Devices you tweet from The browser you use Contacts on your phone Apps you authorize to use Twitter Topics and people you’re interested in Your off-Twitter activity on websites that have partnerships with Twitter This data is used to create a detailed profile of you that helps advertisers target you with the right content in an attempt to get you to buy products or services, check out new websites or apps, follow certain accounts, and so on....

Unlike in the past, where expats often found themselves isolated from all content from their home country, in this global age people are no longer limited geographically by nationality. This map of Europe, created by reddit user JimWillFixIt69, illustrates this fact beautifully. The creator used publically available census data to find out which non-native nationality makes up the largest demographic group in each European country. The results are fascinating and visually engaging....

The UK Lawsuit A class action style lawsuit was filed against Google owned YouTube in the UK High Court. Youtube, the American online video sharing platform, is being sued for breaking UK and European data protection laws. The lawsuit is being brought against YouTube for unlawfully gathering data from some five million UK under 13-year-old children and for tracking them online. The lawsuit states that children’s data is being gathered by YouTube without parental consent....

On Wednesday, Check Point Research (CPR) said the malware, dubbed “XLoader,” originates from a Windows-based variant known as Formbook. Formbook was once available in underground forums for as little as $29 a week on a subscription basis. However, this malware was pulled from sale roughly four years ago by the developer, known as ng-Coder, and did not reappear until 2020 – while also bearing the new name XLoader. It should be noted, however, that although sales ended, Formbook remains a prevalent threat in the wild....

“AI will fundamentally change every software category, starting with the largest category of all – search,” Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella said. Also: The best AI chatbots: ChatGPT and other fun alternatives to try The next-gen large language model (LLM) powering the new Bing is customized specifically for search, Microsoft said. It’s faster, more accurate and “more capable,” Microsoft said, than ChatGPT or GPT-3.5, the LLM behind ChatGPT. Applying this new AI to Bing, Microsoft said, has led to the core search ranking engine’s “largest jump in relevance in two decades....

Here are the four key findings of the report: Previous research has shown that 48% of customers have switched brands for better customer service, and 94% say good customer service makes them more likely to make another purchase. Research found that 88% of customers say the experience a company provides is as important as its product or services – up from 80% in 2020. Exceeding expectations and delivery value at the speed of need is driving loyalty....

The demands of remote work, busy schedules, and a rapidly changing world blur how we allocate our personal and professional time. It can seem pretty overwhelming. Productivity apps provide tools to organize, prioritize, and manage your obligations. They also help you stay focused and check things off that never-ending to-do list. Here are our 10 favorites. Productivity apps that will help you work smarter: Our picks Productivity apps range from comprehensive to niche tools that help you focus on work, track habits, manage time, or prioritize your obligations....

It’s a good machine. Great, in fact, but it’s not perfect. And Apple has dropped the ball several times when it comes to making the new MacBook Pro a smooth, painless experience for new owners. OK, let’s start with the good bits. Speed is out of this world, and the display is like cucumber slices on your eyes. Battery life is out of this world, with a day’s use on a single charge being possible even when I’m pushing the system hard....

When you’re sitting in a coffee shop or hotel room and casually logging in to the free wi-fi, how can you be sure that the wi-fi provider has ensured the connection is secure though? The truth is, you can’t. Even if they say it’s secure, there’s still a huge chance you’re exposing yourself to hackers, who can not only potentially see what you’re doing online but can also steal your data and gain access to your most important accounts and details....

Supply chains are rapidly digitizing amid Industry 4.0 transitions. Competition and collaboration among rivals, particularly in the industrial robotics space, drives innovation and lowers the adoption threshold for automation solutions. Robots are also entering new markets, including food and beverage, textiles, wood products and plastics. Companies like Sarcos are transforming construction and infrastructure, bringing new efficiencies to old sectors, and the logistics space, which increasingly relies on autonomous picking and sorting solutions and mobile ground robots, is seeing explosive growth as habits shift further toward e-commerce....

Eurosport’s high-tech online player offers streaming on demand and multi-camera viewing options, giving you some of the best in-depth sports coverage in the world. Unfortunately, that coverage is geo-restricted to Europe. That means you can’t access most Eurosport streams outside Europe, even if you’re a subscriber traveling abroad. We’ll show you how to get around the geoblocks with a high-quality VPN. Here’s everything you need to know to start streaming the best of European sports right now!...

A reliable VPN can protect your online activity and help you bypass geo-restrictions. My team and I tested over 70 VPNs to find the best ones with a global network of secure servers. Every VPN on my list can also offer you a Japanese IP address to stream Fuji TV and Netflix Japan when traveling abroad. Plus, they’re great for safely torrenting, streaming, and gaming at speeds close to matching those of Japan’s fast internet....

My team and I tested over 55 VPNs and shortlisted the ones that can successfully overcome an unfair Omegle ban. This wasn’t easy — even the best VPNs have trouble accessing the site. The key is to use a VPN with responsive customer support that’s on top of its working servers. My top recommendation is ExpressVPN. It has a vast server network that helps you unblock Omegle and its 24/7 live chat is super responsive....

VPNs are a great way to keep your transactions safe and secure, but not every VPN is suitable for PayPal. Some don’t have the right security features to protect your financial transactions, while others (mostly free VPNs) can infect your device with malware and put your privacy at even greater risk. After extensive testing, I found ExpressVPN to be the best one for PayPal. It has military-grade encryption that ensures no one will snoop on your login credentials and transactions....

After testing over 50 VPNs, I found the best ones that are a breeze to set up — from downloading firmware to tinkering with settings. These VPNs have secure global server networks and fast speeds, allowing you to use the internet with increased efficiency and privacy. ExpressVPN is my top choice for routers. It offers a hassle-free setup and excellent performance, and you can choose which location each device connects to using the Device Groups feature....