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How the Government Hacks You, Final Chapter: IoT Hacks
Chapter 14: IoT Hacks
Will RBlog9 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 13: GPS Tracking
Dive into the unsettling world of government-controlled GPS tracking!
Will RBlog7 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 12: Garbage Day
Trash Talk: How your garbage can be exploited by hackers, law enforcement, and government agencies
Will RBlog8 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 11: Resonance Attacks
It’s time to uncover how government surveillance gets personal.
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Browser Fingerprinting: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Lifting the lid on the internet's most invasive tracking method: Browser fingerprinting.
Ruby MBlog11 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 10: Rowhammer
The silent menace shaking the core of IT security
Will RBlog6 minutes read
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Compare Private Search Engines: DuckDuckGo vs. Startpage
DuckDuckGo vs. Startpage: Which search engine reigns supreme for your online privacy?
Ruby MBlog6 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 9: Laser Listening Systems
Forget the tin foil hat myths, discover the very real and growing threat to your privacy: Laser Listening Systems
Will RPage 2 of 55
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Want Browser Fingerprinting Spoofing? Forget VPNs
Think VPNs give you online anonymity? Think again.
Ruby MBlog12 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 8: Satellites
Find out how governments are using satellites to spy on their own citizens.
Will RBlog3 minutes read
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Unveiling Canvas Fingerprinting: The Invisible Tracker Hiding In Plain Sight
Explore how your device's unique 'canvas fingerprint' is shaping the internet you see and how you can take back your privacy.
Ruby MBlog13 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 7: Warrantless Wiretapping
Discover the various ways that countries all over the world spy on citizens without any specific mandate.
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What is Web Scraping and What Does it Mean for Privacy?
Ever wondered how your data gets harvested online? We unmask the world of web scraping.
Ruby MBlog7 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You, Chapter 6: Government Botnets
Hackers aren't the only ones who use botnets...
Will RBlog5 minutes read
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How Marketers Use Device Fingerprinting To Target You
The Marketer's Hidden Weapon: How device fingerprinting knows you better than you might think...
Ruby MBlog4 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You: Chapter 5
Chapter 5: A history lesson and future look at how the government is destroying encryption.
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Browser Extensions and Fingerprinting: Know the Score
Are you unknowingly revealing your digital identity? Learn how browser extensions can make you stand out in the crowd!
Ruby MBlog12 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You: Chapter 4
Chapter 4 - Social Media Analysis. Find out how your social media sharing is feeding right into government mass surveillance machine.
Will RBlog5 minutes read
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Do Virtual Machines Protect Digital Privacy?
Virtual Machines: Not just for techies! Discover how VMs can safeguard your online privacy.
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The New Breed of Meta and Facebook Phishing
Meta and Facebook phishing scams take a dark turn. Learn about the latest tricks being used, and the damage they cause.
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Unstoppable Domains - Buying, Setting Up, and Using a Crypto Domain
Unstoppable domains are popular with the tech-savvy. But are these crypto domains the real deal?
Will RBlog3 minutes read
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Exploring the Benefits of SOCKS5 Proxy for Enhanced Online Privacy
Discover how SOCKS5 proxies can safeguard your online identity and why they're a game-changer for privacy enthusiasts.
Ruby MBlog13 minutes read
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How the Government Hacks You: Chapter 1
Get ready to explore the truth, one chapter at a time.
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Instagram Phishing on the Rise
Warning: Getting caught out by one of these Instagram phishing scams could cost you more than just your paycheck!
Will RHow-To4 minutes read
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How to Safeguard Your Privacy on Social Media
Find out how social media platforms collect your data and learn 10 quick hacks to protect your privacy.
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Your YouTube Channel Has Been Hacked! Here's What To Do
Hacked YouTube account? Don't let years of work, thousands of followers go down the drain. Here's what to do.
Ruby MHow-To3 minutes read
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How To Stop ISP Throttling: Be Your Own ISP
Are you so sick of ISP throttling that you would do anything to stop it? How about becoming your own ISP with a WISP?!
Will RBlog20+ minutes read
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Full Device and Browser Fingerprinting Guide
Want evidence that device and browser fingerprinting are dangerous? Hold onto your hats, we're getting technical.
Will RBlog5 minutes read
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Data Brokers: The Oil Snakes of the Digital Era
Get the lo-down on data brokers. What are they, how do they operate, and how to protect your valuable personal data and online privacy.
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News4 minutes read
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UK: Anonymous Twitter Lives On Despite Backlash
The UK government wanted real identities as online handles, and people rebelled. Anonymous Twitter lives on!
Will RNews5 minutes read
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The State of Data Privacy in a Post-Roe America
In a post-Roe America, your every move online could be used against you.
Ruby MBlog7 minutes read
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Which Countries are the Worst for Internet Freedom?
Discover the world's worst internet freedom offenders - Is your country on the list?
Ruby MBlog16 minutes read
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The Demise of Third Party Cookies and How It Impacts Cookies in Chrome
Third party browser cookies in Chrome are being banned. But what about Browser fingerprinting
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VPN vs. Proxies: What's the Difference?
Do you know the difference between a VPN and a proxy? Which is faster, more secure, or better for streaming?
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A Guide to Making Anonymous Payments Online
Keep your financial secrets safe! Learn about anonymous payments and how they can shield you from identity theft and unwanted surveillance.
Ruby MBlog7 minutes read
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The Real Story Behind Big Tech Censorship
Big tech censorship has nothing to do with conspiracy theory. It's about global policies that hurt millions of people.
Will RHow-To4 minutes read
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Sick of Elon? Here's How to Delete Your Twitter Account
Has Elon ruffled your blue feathers? Learn how to deactivate your Twitter account and take your Tweets with you.
Ruby MBlog2 minutes read
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Is Google Spying On Me?
Worried about Google spying? You let them control your E-mail, monitor your videos, and you invite them into your home
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The Worst Social Media Apps For User Privacy
Staying connected and sharing life has a price: privacy. Find out which social media apps are the most data-hungry and what you can do about it.
Ruby MHow-To7 minutes read
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Reddit: Privacy, Security, and How to Delete a Reddit Account
Today is absolutely the day to delete your Reddit account! We'll explain why, and give you simple instructions on how.
Will RBlog4 minutes read
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What Is Reverse DNS?
Type in a bunch of numbers, get a domain name? Why is that useful?! Reverse DNS is more important than you think.
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News2 minutes read
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Meta Plans to Put a Price on Privacy for EU Users
Meta's controversial 'Pay for Your Rights' model: What's at stake for EU users?
Ruby MBlog4 minutes read
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Popular Ad Blocker For Twitch Leaks IDs And IPs
Learn about how one of the most popular Twitch ad blockers was leaking IDs to Russia, and the alternatives you can use.
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Playing With Fire: The Privacy Risks of Online Gaming
Don't game in the dark! 10 must-know tips to protect your privacy online
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qBittorrent Review: Features, Safety & Usability
Looking for the best torrent site? Read our qBittorrent review to see if it makes the grade.
Ruby MNews2 minutes read
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Privacy is Collateral Damage in Sweden's Violent Crime Crackdown
Minority Report or reality? The dangers of preemptive surveillance in Sweden
Ruby MBlog8 minutes read
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What Is Browser Fingerprinting and Why You'll Want to Stop It
Browser fingerprinting is like internet tracking on crack. It's highly invasive and impossible to block even with a VPN or Tor.
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Top 10 Books About Internet Privacy
Looking for new reading material? Unleash your inner privacy pro with this reading list on online security!
Ruby MBlog11 minutes read
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Compare the Best Encrypted Chat Apps
Find out which encrypted chat app is best at stopping surveillance and safeguarding your privacy.
Ruby MBlog8 minutes read
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The Growing Acceptance of Mass Surveillance and the Threat to Privacy
Privacy Under Attack: How Mass Surveillance Threatens Your Freedom
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What Can Someone Do with Your IP Address? A Guide to Protecting Your Online Privacy
Do you know what information your IP address reveals? It could be enough to put your privacy at risk.
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DNS Server Not Responding Error and How to Change DNS
Have you ever gotten the 'DNS server not responding' message and wondered why? Learn the common reasons and fixes.
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How To Prevent A Data Breach
Whether you're a company or an individual, these processes need to be followed in order to prevent data breaches.
Will RBlog4 minutes read
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What Should A Company Do After A Data Breach
The first days after getting hacked can be life or death for a company. Learn the steps to take if you want to survive.
Will RBlog5 minutes read
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What is a Digital Footprint?
From clicks to data: Understanding the secrets of your digital footprint!
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Mozilla Release Privacy Report on Connected Cars: Are You Driving a Privacy Nightmare?
Behind the wheel and under surveillance. Discover which connected car brand is collecting data on your sex life.
Ruby MBlog7 minutes read
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Is Your Fitness Tracker Data Safe?
Wearable fitness trackers can keep you healthy but are they keeping you safe? Discover how your fitness tracker data could be putting your privacy at risk.
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VPN Disadvantages: Why They're Not the Privacy Solution They Claim to Be
Slow speeds, constant disconnections, zero-log lies, and so much more. We take a look at the disadvantages of VPNs and explore a better alternative.
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Check My Privacy Online
Want to know if your personal information is already out there? These resources help you check your privacy online.
Will RHow-To7 minutes read
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Discord Privacy, Security… and If All Else Fails, How to Delete a Discord Server
Discord servers can be set up for privacy and security… but things can go wrong. Learn how to delete your Discord server.
Will RReviews5 minutes read
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Avast Secureline VPN Review
Recently, VPNs haven't been doing well: Hacks, raids, and scandals abound. So how does Avast VPN measure up?
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Unmasking Pegasus Spyware: The Invisible Threat to Activists, Journalists, and Whistleblowers
Discover everything you need to know about the Pegasus spyware silencing journalists and activists around the globe.
Ruby MBlog7 minutes read
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Why You Might Want to Delete Alexa Recordings
Did you know your Alexa voice recordings are kept FOREVER? Here a few other reasons why you'll want to delete Alexa recordings.
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Krypton Anonymous Browser Review - What Happened?
What happened to the Krypton anonymous browser?! One of the most promising privacy web browsers has disappeared.
Will RBlog8 minutes read
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Is WhatsApp Safe? A Closer Look at WhatsApp Privacy and Security
Is WhatsApp safe to use? Delve into WhatsApp privacy features, policies, and practices to find out how safe your data is.
Ruby MBlog5 minutes read
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What Is Digital Privacy And Why Does It Matter?
Digital Privacy: Why you should care and how to ensure it!
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LinkedIn Sign Up and Privacy
LinkedIn is one of the easiest ways to get doxxed, harassed, and stalked. Learn to protect your LinkedIn privacy!
Will RNews6 minutes read
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Governments' Increasing Crackdown on Encrypted Chat Apps
The conflict between governments and encryption is heating up. We look at the latest threats to end-to-end encrypted chat apps and privacy.
Ruby MBlog7 minutes read
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The Privacy Problem with Biometric Data
Biometric data: the new frontier of identity verification or a threat to your personal privacy?
Ruby MReviews8 minutes read
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Mozilla Firefox Browser Review
Is your personal data really safe with the privacy-focused Mozilla Firefox web browser? Read our no-nonsense Firefox browser review and find out.
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Why Threads by Meta Raises Red Flags for Privacy Experts
Find out why privacy experts are raising red flags over Meta's new Threads app
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What are Privacy Coins?
Discover how top privacy coins like Monero, Zcash, and Dash can protect your identity and information while using cryptocurrencies.
Ruby MHow-To8 minutes read
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How To Improve Your Facebook Privacy
Oversharing might be a one way ticket to a hacker's payday. Don't be fooled, protect your Facebook privacy.
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Binance Backtracks on Decision to Delist All Privacy Coins
Binance reverses its all-out ban on privacy coins for EU users. Axing 5 and saving 7- are your coins safe from EU regulators?
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How-To7 minutes read
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How to Spot Hidden Cameras in Airbnb
Planning your next vacation? You might want to read this first... Find out how to spot hidden cameras in your Airbnb rental and protect your privacy. Don't let your dream vacation turn into a nightmare!
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What is Keylogging Malware and How to Protect Yourself
Every keystroke you make, every keystroke you take, is someone watching you? Discover the dangers of keylogging software and how to protect against it.
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Whistleblower Movies Based on True Stories
Discover the best whistleblower movies and the real-life characters and events that inspired them.
Ruby MBlog9 minutes read
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The Most Famous Whistleblower Cases In History
Discover the famous whistleblowers who risked everything to expose corruption and wrongdoing in some of the most powerful organizations in the world.
Ruby MBlog4 minutes read
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Introduction to YouTube Incognito Mode
Discover YouTube's incognito mode and keep your viewing history hidden.
Ruby MBlog5 minutes read
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How to Delete a Tik Tok Account
If TikTok's data harvesting and spying concerns leave you wondering how to delete Tik Tok, we've got you covered.
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The UK's Online Safety Bill: Safety or Surveillance?
The UK's Online Safety Bill threatens end-to-end encryption. If it passes, you could be saying goodbye to privacy.
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5 Major Problems With Facial Recognition Technology
The use of facial recognition technology is spreading. Here are just five reasons why it should be stopped!
Ruby MBlog4 minutes read
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Top 10 Films about Privacy and Surveillance
Get the popcorn ready for a surveillance movie marathon! Here are the Hoody top 10 movies about privacy and surveillance.
Ruby MBlog8 minutes read
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The Five Eyes, Nine Eyes, and Fourteen Eyes Explained
Big Brother has more than one eye...check out the countries that have joined forces to spy on you through mass surveillance.
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News3 minutes read
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Italy Bans ChatGPT Over Alleged GDPR Violations
Italy just banned ChatGPT as AI ethics groups and experts are sounding the alarm on the chatbot. What's next for the future of AI?
Ruby MBlog6 minutes read
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Is Your Employer Spying on You? The Truth About Bossware
Employee monitoring "productivity software" is just spyware dressed in a suit. It's a massive invasion of privacy yet bossware is perfectly legal. Learn more.
Ruby MBlog9 minutes read
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The Hoody Guide on How to Bypass Geo-Blocking
Never see the "Sorry, this content is not available in your location" message ever again! Access all areas with our guide to bypassing geo-blocks.
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6 Things You Should Never Share on Social Media
No one loves an oversharer...apart from cyber criminals! Here are 6 things you should never share on your social media account.
Ruby MBlog5 minutes read
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What is an Ad Blocker and How Do They Work?
Is your ad blocker doing more harm than good? Find out more here, plus, what you can use instead!
Ruby MHow-To5 minutes read
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How to Protect Yourself from Stalkerware
Is your own phone spying on you? Hidden stalkerware apps could be giving your stalker access to everything you do, say, or search for. Here's how to stop it.
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Where Are VPNs Banned or Restricted & What To Use Instead
Traveling to any of these 15 countries? Your VPN could land you in jail. But Hoody has your back.
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How-To7 minutes read
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How to Make a Data Subject Access Request?
Want to know what a company knows about you? Exercise your rights with a Data Subject Access Request. They're legally bound to tell you. Here's how!
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News8 minutes read
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Online Anonymity Under Attack as The Times Scraps Pseudonyms
The Times website new “real name” policy re-sparks controversial topic of anonymity online. Does scraping pseudonyms make online life safer or attack free speech?
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