Aaron Drapkin is a Lead Writer at Tech.co. He has been researching and writing about technology, politics, and society in print and online publications since graduating with a Philosophy degree from the University of Bristol five years ago.
As a writer, Aaron takes a special interest in VPNs, cybersecurity, and project management software. He has been quoted in the Daily Mirror, Daily Express, The Daily Mail, Computer Weekly, Cybernews, and the Silicon Republic speaking on various privacy and cybersecurity issues, and has articles published in Wired, Vice, Metro, ProPrivacy, The Week, and Politics.co.uk covering a wide range of topics.
Netflix’s Password Crackdown Boosts US Audience, But Australians Are Cancelling
Netflix increased its US subscriber base after its global clampdown on password sharing. But in Australia, it's in decline.
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How to Deactivate or Delete Facebook on Web, Android and iOS
Facebook isn't for everyone. In this guide, we tackle how to delete your account permanently and deactivate it temporarily.
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What Is Tesla’s “Elon Mode” and Why Is the Government Worried About It?
The Department of Transportation's NHTSA is "concerned" about a setting in Tesla vehicles which could be highly unsafe.
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Meta Deletes Thousands of Facebook and Insta ‘Spamouflage’ Accounts
In a new report, the social media giant reveals that it has thwarted a huge covert influence operation linked to China.
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Is ChatGPT Down? Thousands Report Strange New Issue Today
ChatGPT is down for a number of users around the world today - and what's even more interesting is the issue itself.
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Here’s Why Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok are Changing for Millions of Users Today
The EU Digital Services Act is coming into effect this week, prompting huge changes to the social media platforms we all use.
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Apple Makes Dramatic U-Turn on Right-to-Repair Law in California
The tech giant has opposed bills of this kind in a number of different US states over the last decade - but not this time.
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Donald Trump Returns to Twitter/X To Show Off Mugshot
The former president is back on the platform he used on a daily basis throughout his presidency with a defiant message.
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How to Delegate Tasks Effectively: 10 Tips for Managers
Delegating tasks effectively doesn't come naturally to everyone. Here's what you need to know to make the right decisions.
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Geek Squad Scams To Watch Out for in 2023
Geek Squad phishing attacks are frequent and dangerous - so it's good to know what tactics scammers are using.
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The Best Free AI Training Courses for 2023: Upskill Yourself Today
The best AI training courses you can actually enroll in for free, from the likes of Google, Microsoft, Harvard, and others.
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Can Twitter Actually Slow Down Links to Sites Elon Musk Hates?
For some time this week, Twitter seemed to be throttling links to rival social media sites and specific news publications.
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Cyberattacks Targeting Government and Public Sector on Rise
A new report has observed a significant uptick in cybercriminals targeting government organizations around the world.
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Ironic: Over 100,000 Hackers Have Details Exposed By Malware
A recent investigation has linked information from infected computers had credentials connected to cybercrime forums.
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Zoom Dramatically Reverses Two Major Company Policies in Days
Zoom has announced sweeping changes to its remote working policy and clarified a concerning aspect of its Terms of Service.
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AI Can Now Steal Your Password Just By Listening To You Type
Researchers have proven that AI tools can be used effectively to complete audio side-channel attacks during video calls.
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$5bn Google Incognito Mode Tracking Lawsuit Inches Toward Trial
The tech giant, which stands accused of tracking user activity in Incognito mode, has just been denied a summary judgment.
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Elon Musk to Be Charged By SF Authorities for ‘X’ Sign Fiasco
Turns out, you can't just put a giant, glowing X on top of a building in downtown San Francisco whenever you want.
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ChatGPT Might Have a New Way of Thinking, Researchers Suggest
GPT-3 is surprisingly capable of answering questions that require analogical reasoning, a typically human ability.
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Meta to Launch AI Chatbots on Its Platforms Next Month
Meta, although relatively quieter on the AI front than some of its big tech rivals, might just have a big surprise in store.
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How to Spot and Avoid Email Phishing Scams: Tips, Tricks and Examples
Email phishing scams are used to steal personal information and valuable company data every day. Here's how to spot them.