Ali Qamar

Ali Qamar  - Cybersecurity Analyst

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A strong passion drives Ali Qamar. He wants to empower internet users with privacy knowledge. He founded PrivacySavvy, an authority dedicated to fostering a security-conscious online community. Ali believes in individual liberty. He has been a vocal advocate for digital privacy rights long before Edward Snowden's mass surveillance revelation shook the world. Ali recently co-authored a book called "The VPN Imperative." It is available on Amazon. The book is a testament to his relentless quest to raise awareness about the importance of online privacy and security. Ali has a computing degree from Pakistan's top IT institution. He understands the details of encryption, VPNs, and privacy well. Many see Ali as an authority in his field. The local press often seeks his insights. His work has appeared in many famous publications. These include SecurityAffairs, Ehacking, HackRead, Lifewire, Business.com, Intego, and Infosec Magazine. He is inclined to transformative ideas. This is clear in his work. It aims to reshape how people approach and prioritize their online privacy. Through PrivacySavvy and his writing, Ali Qamar champions digital freedom. He gives internet users the knowledge and tools they need. They use these to reclaim control over their data. They can then navigate the online world with confidence and security.

Uber-investor backed Airlift fixes OTP vulnerability in its e-commerce store

Ali Qamar Last Updated: October 15, 2023
AirLift is a Pakistani decentralized urban mass transit startup backed by San Francisco-based First Round Capital, which also is an…
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Popular travel apps are exposing sensitive data of millions of users, report

Ali Qamar Last Updated: October 15, 2023
Many of the widely-used ride-sharing and other travel apps out there have major server-side security vulnerabilities. PrivacySavvy research team discovered…
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How to Strengthen Firefox Privacy and Security in 2024

Ali Qamar Last Updated: January 15, 2024
When looking for top privacy-oriented browsers, Mozilla Firefox is one of the first ones that arguably come to mind. Like…
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The 40 Cyberbullying Statistics for 2024

Ali Qamar Last Updated: January 2, 2024
Wondering why and how cyberbullying became so problematic? It all happened when people started misusing the internet for name-calling and…
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The ‘Eyes’ are on Us: 5/9/14 Eyes

Ali Qamar Last Updated: December 18, 2023
When choosing the type of security, you must watch out for the Five Eyes, Nine Eyes, and Fourteen Eyes, especially…
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Google Accused of Data Breaches by Australia’s Consumer Watchdog

Ali Qamar Last Updated: October 15, 2023
Australia’s Consumer Watchdog filed a case against the California-based company, accusing the tech giant of misleading users on the collection…
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COVID-19 contact tracing applications are privacy snares, Defcon

Ali Qamar Last Updated: October 15, 2023
Two Defcon security conference presentations find the apps launched by the governments consume an unjustifiable amount of data. This spring,…
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15 Ways to Make Android More Secure in 2024

Ali Qamar Last Updated: March 2, 2024
As more than 60% of people use mobile devices for shopping and getting information online today, smartphones now define digital…
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How to Download Torrents Safely and Protect Yourself

Ali Qamar Last Updated: December 19, 2023
Downloading torrents can be a risky affair. But luckily, covering your tracks while using torrents is not as complicated as…
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The 16 Best Safe Pirate Bay Alternatives in 2024 (Tested)

Ali Qamar Last Updated: February 23, 2024
Finding a stable, reliable, and round-the-clock accessible site can be an uphill task for torrent downloaders. But they have to…
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