Hamza Tariq

Hamza Tariq

Hamza Tariq is a Tech Content Editor at TechLapse. He specializes in software, apps, and services, but his expertise particularly shines in the realms of virtual private networks (VPNs) and antivirus solutions.

Before joining Tech Lapse, he was a Staff Writer at MakeUseOf where he mainly wrote about Apple products (macOS and iOS). Other than that, he’s also written content in the crypto and NFT space for various blogs and companies including Phemex.

His primary objective with writing at Tech Lapse is always to help people take more control of their online data and keep their presence on the web safe.

Hamza has a Master's in Business Analytics from the University of Exeter, but there's nothing more he enjoys than crafting meaningful content and testing new (and sometimes old) software. When he's not working, you'll find him playing Animal Crossing on his Nintendo Switch (a man's got to relax), reading books, or watching arthouse movies.

Articles by Hamza Tariq

Massive Data Breach Exposes 20 Million Cutout.Pro Users' Information

Massive Data Breach Exposes 20 Million Cutout.Pro Users' Information

An AI photo and video editing site was recently hacked. As a result, the personal information of almost 20 million users has been compromised. Here’s what happe
Mar, 05 2024
Best antivirus with a VPN in 2025

Best antivirus with a VPN in 2025

Looking for something that will provide comprehensive security? Check out our list of the best antivirus with a VPN to keep your data safe from cybersecurity th
Mar, 02 2024
$33 Billion Company Becomes the Latest Victim of a Ransomware Attack

$33 Billion Company Becomes the Latest Victim of a Ransomware Attack

Not even technology firms are safe; Schneider Electric gets added to the list of ransomware attack victims by the ransomware group Cactus. Here is what happened
Feb, 29 2024
Standoff Between the FBI and the LockBit Ransomware Group

Standoff Between the FBI and the LockBit Ransomware Group

The infamous ransomware group LockBit was recently hacked by the FBI. Continue reading to find out how it happened and how LockBit has been affected by it.
Feb, 29 2024
Norton antivirus review 2025

Norton antivirus review 2025

There are many tools that claim to protect your data, but only a few work. Read our Norton antivirus review to see how capable it is of keeping your system secu
Feb, 29 2024
Cybersecurity Company Avast Faces $16.5 Million FTC Fine for Selling User Data

Cybersecurity Company Avast Faces $16.5 Million FTC Fine for Selling User Data

The popular antivirus company Avast is under fire for selling people’s data without their consent. Read more about why they have been fined $16.5 million by the
Feb, 28 2024
How to watch Canadian TV in the USA

How to watch Canadian TV in the USA

Just moved to the states from Canada and can’t access your favorite streaming services? Check out our guide on how to watch Canadian TV in the USA with a VPN.
Feb, 27 2024
How to watch UK TV in the USA in 2025

How to watch UK TV in the USA in 2025

Learn how to watch British TV in the US with a VPN: step-by-step guide to enjoy UK networks and TV shows
Feb, 25 2024
How to fix 'No stream available' on Kodi

How to fix 'No stream available' on Kodi

Got the error of ‘No Stream Available’ on Kodi? Click to learn the working tips to fix this issue and continue your streaming.
Feb, 22 2024
Data Breach Affects Over 200,000 Facebook Marketplace Users

Data Breach Affects Over 200,000 Facebook Marketplace Users

A data breach has leaked sensitive information belonging to over 200,000 Facebook Marketplace users. Here’s what you need to know if you have been affected.
Feb, 14 2024
How to Watch Chiefs vs. 49ers without a cable?

How to Watch Chiefs vs. 49ers without a cable?

Excited about the Chiefs vs. 49ers Super Bowl game but don’t have cable? Here are some alternatives that you can use to watch the game from anywhere in the worl
Feb, 14 2024
How to Play Throne and Liberty with a VPN

How to Play Throne and Liberty with a VPN

The highly anticipated MMORPG Throne and Liberty was recently launched in South Korea. If you’re in another country, the only way to play the game is to use a V
Feb, 12 2024
Wholesale Furniture Company has 1.5 Terabytes of its Confidential Data Stolen

Wholesale Furniture Company has 1.5 Terabytes of its Confidential Data Stolen

0mega ransomware group adds another victim to its small yet deadly list of attacks – find out more about who was attacked and what was stolen.
Feb, 09 2024
How to watch Disney Plus Hotstar in the USA

How to watch Disney Plus Hotstar in the USA

Tired of missing out on your favorite Indian content? Check out this detailed guide on how you can watch Disney+ Hotstar in the USA with the help of a VPN.
Feb, 08 2024
Mercedes-Benz Source Code Exposed in Data Breach

Mercedes-Benz Source Code Exposed in Data Breach

An employee at Mercedes-Benz leaked a GitHub access token, thereby exposing the company’s source code on its GitHub Enterprise server. Here’s what happened.
Feb, 01 2024