We are excited to share that we are set to begin a new chapter with Dropbox, Inc. Dropbox is acquiring our IP technology to embed natively into the Dropbox product, bringing end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption to millions of business customers around the world. Check out our blog to find out more!

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President Donald J. Trump

What Happens to Privacy Shield with Trump? A New Executive Order Causes Agitation

Privacy Shield could be endangered by a new Executive Order by US President Trump, as Edward Snowden points out. Data of US citizens and non-citizens will be treated differently from now on.

Secure Messengers in Comparison: WhatsApp and its Alternatives

Secure Messengers in Comparison: WhatsApp and its Alternatives

How secure is your messenger app? We compared the end-to-end-encrypted messengers WhatsApp, Threema and Signal, and some that offer it as a feature. Find your perfect messenger now, and get rid of services that could read everything you write.

Minimalism

Fresh Start in 2018: Minimalism in Your Digital Life

The trends of minimalism and sustainability should be internalized by IT, and play a role in our behavior in the tech-world. Find out why and how you can get started.

Cyber Security Events

Review – How Cyber Security Events in 2016 Will Affect 2017

We take a look back at 2016 and review what happened in the IT and cyber world. What were the biggest cyber security incidents in 2016 and how will they effect us in 2017?

Some tips on how to speed up your PC or laptop

Laptop Slow? Tips to Speed up Your Machine Again

When you want to get done with your work quickly and efficiently, it can be annoying when your old computer or laptop slows you down unnecessarily. We have some tips on how to get the most out of your machine without having to spend any money.

Personal Data: Infographic

What is Personal Data? Simple Examples From Everyday Life

Have you ever wondered, what this personal data that we need to protect so eagerly, actually is? This article and infographic offer definitions and explain it with simple examples from everyday life.

7 Boxcryptor Protips

8 Best Practices and Insights to Get the Most out of Boxcryptor

Follow these 8 tips and best practices to become a Boxcryptor pro. We help you find the simplest and most efficient workflows for your favorite cloud encryption program.

Hacking Super Power in TV Shows

Best of TV: The Funniest Hacking and Tech Scenes in American TV Shows

How realistic are TV shows when it comes to hacking and techy stuff? Let´s have a look at some typical scenes. We collected the funniest hacking and tech depictions on American TV shows.