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Privacy

Brave is a great privacy-preserving browser that uses the Blink (same as Chrome) rendering engine. [1]

Security

As strange as it may seem, one way to counteract AI deepfakes pretending to be your relatives asking for money is to establish a safe word and exchange it in person. Yes, this is the year 2025 (Happy New Year!) [2]

Heads Up!

Don't purchase TP-Link routers. If you're looking for a decent mesh system, look into Google, Amazon, or Linksys offerings. If you're a little more privacy-focused, Asus makes meshable routers that don't require an account. [3]

Sources:

• [1] Brave: The browser that puts you first
• [2] Ars Technica: Your AI clone could target your family, but there’s a simple defense
• [3] 9to5mac: Most popular home internet routers in US may be banned as national security risk

1. All opinions expressed are solely my own and do not reflect the views or opinions of my employer or anyone else.
2. For support with any mentioned product, please reach out to the vendor first.