The effectiveness of mandatory age verification processes is not compromised by the use of VPN services. Despite the rising popularity of VPNs across the UK following recent regulations, age verification authorities emphasize that these tools do not render compliance efforts futile. According to the Age Verification Providers Association (AVPA), digital platforms must actively identify VPN...

Recently, a conversation with a friend highlighted a common challenge in cybersecurity: many users not only ignore basic security measures but often react defensively when asked to follow them. Surprisingly, the more straightforward the security request—like changing a password or enabling two-factor authentication—the more resistance and complaints tend to arise. This hostility can...