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September 15, 2023 7 min read Digest

AdGuard’s digest: Google’s data trade, E2E encryption victory, rumors of ads in WhatsApp, and X’s risky verification

Google is sued for selling user data, the UK backs down on the encryption-killing plans, Twitter (X) wants you to upload your government ID, and a not-so-crazy WhatsApp rumor.

Ekaterina Kachalova

September 14, 2023 6 min read Data protection The more you know

Research says extensions can steal your password from websites. Should you be worried?

Researchers say extensions that require broad access to your data, such as ad blockers and password managers, are dangerous. Is it really so? Depends.

Ekaterina Kachalova

September 8, 2023 6 min read Data protection

France’s new law threatens the open Internet and your privacy

France wants to force web browsers and DNS providers to block websites. This is a threat to Internet freedom and privacy.

Ekaterina Kachalova

September 7, 2023 7 min read Industry news

The tide is turning: Facebook and Instagram to have paid ad-free options

Meta is reportedly about to launch paid, ad-free versions of Instagram and Facebook in the EU. In some ways, it could mark the end of an era and herald the demise of the ad-based revenue model. We explain what prompted the move.

Ekaterina Kachalova

September 1, 2023 7 min read Digest

AdGuard’s digest: Social media lose grip on EU users, OpenAI blocked from data scraping, porn ID law stopped

EU users are given a chance to kick the social media habit — will they seize it? OpenAI faces mounting backlash from news media over data scraping, and WhatsApp is about to make your calls a little more private.

Ekaterina Kachalova

Upd: August 30, 2023 5 min read The more you know

The hidden link between ad blockers and better news consumption

Ad blockers can help you enjoy a cleaner and faster online experience by removing annoying and intrusive ads. But that’s not all. A study found that ad blockers can also broaden your perspective and help online media to earn more.

Ekaterina Kachalova

Upd: August 29, 2023 2 min read AdGuard Promos

School’s back and so is the AdGuard promo: up to 83% off

In celebration of the learning spirit, we are rolling out our Back to School promo! Get ready for a safer, more focused, and efficient studying experience with AdGuard.

Anastasiia Fedotova

August 29, 2023 16 min read Data protection Email

How to protect your identity

Discover the most robust ways to protect your personal data. Learn how to protect your identity from emerging threats and stay safe

Anastasiia Fedotova

Upd: August 24, 2023 9 min read AI The History of Ad Blocking

Fighting fire with fire: Harnessing the power of large language models to block ads in AI-powered chatbot

Large language models (LLM) are the heart of the modern generation of AI-powered chatbots. But will they help block ads in them?

Ekaterina Kachalova

Vladimir Zhelvis

August 21, 2023 7 min read Email The more you know

What is an email alias and how to create one

An email alias is a simple but effective tool that can help you in the fight for digital security, among other things.

Lena Ter-Mikaelyan

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AdGuard’s digest: Google’s data trade, E2E encryption victory, rumors of ads in WhatsApp, and X’s risky verification

Research says extensions can steal your password from websites. Should you be worried?

France’s new law threatens the open Internet and your privacy

The tide is turning: Facebook and Instagram to have paid ad-free options

AdGuard’s digest: Social media lose grip on EU users, OpenAI blocked from data scraping, porn ID law stopped

The hidden link between ad blockers and better news consumption

School’s back and so is the AdGuard promo: up to 83% off

How to protect your identity

Fighting fire with fire: Harnessing the power of large language models to block ads in AI-powered chatbot

What is an email alias and how to create one

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Research says extensions can steal your password from websites. Should you be worried?

France’s new law threatens the open Internet and your privacy

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