IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THOSE LOCATED IN THE UK OR SOUTH KOREA

DO NOT update iOS unless you are willing to provide proof of age, or be subjected to web content filters (preventing you from accessing anything deemed to require age verification, including social media).

FOR EVERYONE ELSE

You need to update the operating system of your Apple devices (iPhones, iPa…

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On March 26, 2026, Wyden (along with a handful of other Senators) sent a letter to the current Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. The letter asks Gabbard to publicly warn Americans that using a VPN may cause them to forfeit their Fourth Amendment rights against warrantless surveillance.

The mechanism is explained in Wyden’s press release: …

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In an article on April 10, 2026, Techsport reports that the FBI recovers “deleted” Signal messages through iPhone notifications.

The reality, however, does not relate to a Signal vulnerability, but instead, an issue with settings, as well as AFU and BFU modes. See previous article below to understand AFU and BFU status when it comes to encryption and dat…

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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THOSE LOCATED IN THE UK OR SOUTH KOREA

DO NOT update iOS unless you are willing to provide proof of age, or be subjected to web content filters (preventing you from accessing anything deemed to require age verification, including social media).

FOR EVERYONE ELSE

You need to update the operating system of your Apple devices (iPhones, iPa…

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In the United States

A US Cell Number may be needed if you want to get a credit card in the United States as per our previous post. Or for increased anonymity and protection of you are active online, especially in countries cracking down on freedom of speech (including but not limited to Australia, the UK, Canada and the EU).

Main providers like Verizon, …

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Having extra credit available for emergency can be quite useful, especially if unsecured. In some cases, it also makes sense to have a credit card in another country, in the event your credit at home gets nuked for any reason (such as divorce), or simply to optimize travel cards and miles/points.

Unfortunately, it is next to impossible to get a credit ca…

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Having bank accounts in at least two countries is a critical safety net. In times of uncertainty as well as government and corporate overreach, having some money outside of your country of residence may be a life saver. It is a back up in the event you are cancelled at home, or if the state decides to freeze your bank accounts. In many countries, tax au…

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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO THOSE LOCATED IN THE UK OR SOUTH KOREA

DO NOT update iOS unless you are willing to provide proof of age, or be subjected to web content filters (preventing you from accessing anything deemed to require age verification, including social media).

FOR EVERYONE ELSE

You need to update the operating system of your Apple devices (iPhones, iPa…

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A USB (whether A or C) port includes both data and power pins. This makes your device vulnerable to hacking, including data collection and malware installation, when using public USB ports for charging, or when using cables that are not your own.

Using a wall plug avoids the issue. However, many public locations, from public transportation to hotels and…

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Security update addressing a flaw for protecting against malicious web content, including spyware.

Should be installed as soon as possible.

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Here are the instructions to maintain your privacy using your iPhone.

Location Services

Turn Location Services ON

iOS > Settings > Privacy & Security > Locations Services > Locations Services ON

Sharing your location

iOS > Settings > Privacy & Security > Locations Services > Share my location

Find My iPhone should be ON if you want, well, to be able to find y…

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You need to update the operating system of your Apple devices (iPhones, iPads and Macs) at your earliest convenience as it addresses system vulnerabilities.

Once the update is completed, however, you will need to confirm/update your settings so updates are not downloaded automatically.

iPhone

Settings > General > Software Update >
Automatic Updates: OFF
Beta…

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Storage

Stored firearms shall be unloaded.

• Lock the firearms in an approved firearms safe.

Ammunition shall be stored with the firearms in an approved firearms safe.

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Non-Restricted Firearms

Storage

Stored Non-Restricted firearms shall be unloaded.

• Attach a secure locking device, such as a trigger lock or cable lock (or remove the bolt) so the firearms cannot be fired; or

• Lock the firearms in a locked cabinet, locked container or locked room that is difficult to break into.

Ammunition may be stored with the firearm in a l…

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You need to update the operating system of your Apple devices (iPhones, iPads and Macs) at your earliest convenience as it addresses system vulnerabilities.

Once the update is completed, however, you will need to confirm/update your settings so updates are not downloaded automatically.

iPhone

Settings > General > Software Update >
Automatic Updates: OFF
Bet…

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Smart phones, with integrated batteries, never stop emitting or receiving signals, even when completely turned off. These devices also have a unique IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity), a 15-to-17-digit number that acts as a device's unique digital fingerprint on cellular networks, also linked to your identity. Even if you acquired and used y…

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