Security

A DuckDuckGo “Privacy Pro” welcome screen on a mobile device in dark mode. The header reads, “Welcome to Privacy Pro! You’ve unlocked three advanced privacy protections.” Below, three card-like panels present services: Set up VPN, Remove your info from the Internet, and Get assistance with identity theft, each with a short description and an action button to open or learn more. At the bottom, a help section offers links to FAQs and support. The DuckDuckGo logo and tagline, “Protection. Privacy. Peace of mind.”, appear prominently, reinforcing the brand’s focus on security.

DuckDuckGo adds free 7-day trial to Privacy Pro bundle

Privacy- and safety-related icons, for example a padlock

WhatsApp now shows group info before you join unknown chats

Proton authenticator app demonstration of the user interface for mobile and desktop

Proton introduces open-source two-factor authentication app

Google "G" logo in gradient

Underage? Google’s AI will now decide and limit what you can do online

Blue diamond-shaped Dropbox logo on a white background

Dropbox is discontinuing its password manager

A large green Xbox banner hanging from the ceiling of what appears to be a convention center or exhibition hall. The banner features the distinctive white Xbox logo (a stylized "X" inside a circle) alongside the "XBOX" text in white letters on a bright green background. The banner is suspended from metal truss lighting equipment with stage lights visible above. The industrial ceiling structure with exposed beams and ductwork is visible in the background, typical of a trade show or gaming convention venue.

Xbox players in the UK must now verify age to keep social features

Disable Windows Recall option in AdGuard.

AdGuard labels Microsoft’s Recall a privacy threat

The cat mascot for Lumo on an empty background looking at the logo that says Lumo by Proton

Proton introduces Lumo, a private AI chatbot that keeps your data safe

Aqara G410 video doorbell

Aqara’s new G410 video doorbell supports HomeKit, Thread, Zigbee, and local storage

AT&T wireless account lock

AT&T adds new SIM swap protection tool – here’s how to turn it on

Microsoft Authenticator app interface on iPad showing "Approve sign-in" screen.

Microsoft Authenticator will stop storing passwords by August 2025

Android 16 blog header. Green sixteen numbers in the middle surrounded by blue, green and orange confetti. The sixteen is framed by visuals of a food order notification, a tablet screen with a multiple windows like a desktop, a notification with text Switch to hearing aid mic?

Pixel 10 may be the first to support Android 16’s anti-spy network features