#government apps for mobile users

[bookinit02]

i really do think there’s a huge disconnect on here w/ people who have never used tiktok as to what it actually is and who actually uses it. the number of people i’ve seen call it a “teen dancing app” is actually insane. it has not been a teen dancing app since i was in high school, around 2016 - 2020. the main communities i saw on a daily basis were 1) black history/anti-racism educators, 2) high school & college teachers sharing in-classroom strategies and frustrations with the education system, 3) local/state political leaders giving real-time updates on behind-the-scenes government decisions, & 4) community activism & leadership. like tiktok is an adult platform. almost every person i interacted with was my age or older. and yes it completely depends on your fyp and how you interact with the app, yes there’s still teenagers and dance videos and literally anything else you can think of. but these communities of adults aren’t insubstantial at all, they have literally millions of interactions on a daily basis. there’s about a million other types of communities that i could name just off the top of my head, because the range of users was SO diverse and thriving. it’s a long-distance community tool, just like any other social media—and honestly much better than any other social media, because it relies primarily on the kindness of strangers. i saw at least 5-10 videos today of queer people in rural areas panicking because they don’t have any access to queer community on any other platform or in real life. and before i end this i do want to say i think tiktok is coming back, i think this is a highly orchestrated political move, etc., but i do know it won’t ever be exactly the same. people are panicking about free speech violations because tiktok was a place where people fucking SPEAK. i have never seen mass mobilization and communication in this same way for as long as i’ve been alive. it is the people’s app, not just a silly teenage thing. if you’re not on tiktok and never have been, please stop talking about it like you know anything at all😭

[gootarts]

as of 8/3, the most recently updated version of this post is here (it's a reblog of this exact post with more info added)

as a lot of you know, limbus company recently fired its CG illustrator for being a feminist, at 11 pm, via phone call, after a bunch of misogynists walked into the office earlier that day and demanded she be fired. on top of this, as per korean fans, her firing went against labor laws---in korea, you must have your dismissal in writing.

the korean fandom on twitter is, understandably, going scorched earth on project moon due to this. there's a lot currently going on to protest the decision, so i'm posting a list here of what's going on for those who want to limit their time on elon musk's $44 billion midlife crisis impulse purchase website (if you are on twitter, domuk is a good person to follow, as they translate important updates to english). a lot of the links are in korean, but generally they play nicely with machine translators. this should be current as of 8/2.

Statements condemning the decision have been issued by The Gyeonggi Youth Union and IT Union.

A press conference at the Gyeonggido Assembly will occur on 8/3, with lawmakers of the Gyeonggi province (where Project Moon is based) in attendance. This appears driven by the leader of the Gyeonggi Youth Union.

The vice chairman of the IT union--who has a good amount of experience with labor negotiations like these--has expressed strong support for the artist and is working to get media coverage due to the ongoing feminist witch hunts in the gaming industry. Project Moon isn't union to my knowledge, but he's noted that he's taken on nonunion companies such as Netmarble (largest mobile game dev in South Korea) by getting the issue in front of the National Assembly (Korea's congress).

Articles on the incident published in The Daily Labor News, Korean Daily, multiple articles on Hankyoreh (one of which made it to the print edition), and other news outlets.

Segments about the termination on the MBN 7 o' clock news and MBC's morning news

Comments by Youth Union leaders about looking into a loan made to Project Moon via Devsisters Ventures, a venture capital firm. Tax money from Gyeonggi province was invested in Devsisters in 2017, and in 2021, Devsisters gave money to Project Moon. The Gyeonggi Youth Union is asking why hard-earned tax money was indirectly given to a company who violates ESG (environmental, social and governance) principles.

Almost nonstop signage truck protests outside Project Moon's physical office during business hours until 8/22 or the company makes a statement. This occurs alongside a coordinated hashtag campaign to get the issue trending on Twitter in Korea. The signage campaign was crowd-funded in about 3 hours.

A full boycott of the Limbus Company app, on both mobile and PC (steam) platforms. Overseas fans are highly encouraged to participate, regardless if whether they're F2P or not. Not opening the app at all is arguably the biggest thing any one person can do to protest the decision, as the app logs the number of accounts that log on daily. For a new gacha such as Limbus, a high number of F2P daily active users, but a small number of paying users is often preferable to having a smaller userbase but more paying users. If the company sees the number of daily users remain stable, they will likely decide to wait out any backlash rather than apologize.

Digging up verified reviews from previous employees regarding the company's poor management practices

Due to the firing, the Leviathan artist has posted about poor working conditions when making the story. As per a bilingual speaker, they were working on a storyboard revision, and thought 'if I ran into the street right now and got hit by a car and died, I wouldn't have to keep working.' They contacted Project Moon because they didn't want their work to be like that, and proposed changes to serialization/reduction in amount of work per picture/to build up a buffer of finished images (they did not have any buffer while working on Leviathan to my knowledge). They were shut out, and had to suck it up and accept the situation.

Hamhampangpang has a 'shrine' section of the restaurant for fans to leave fan-created merch and other items. They also allow the fans to take this merch back if they can prove it's theirs. Fans are now doing just that.

To boost all of the above, a large number of Korean fanartists with thousands of followers have deleted their works and/or converted their accounts from fanart accounts to accounts supporting the protests. Many of them are bilingual, and they're where I got the majority of this information.

[note 1: there's a targeted english-language disinformation campaign by the website that started the hate mob. i have read the artist's tweets with machine translation, and they're talked about in the second hankyoreh article linked above: nowhere does she express any transphobic or similarly awful beliefs. likewise, be wary of any claims that she supported anything whose description makes you raise eyebrows--those claims are likely in reference to megalia, a korean feminist movement. for information on that, i'd recommend the NPR/BBC articles below and this google drive link of english-language scholarly papers on them. for the love of god don't get your information about a feminist movement from guys going on witch hunts for feminists.]

[note 2: i've seen a couple people argue that the firing was for the physical safety of the employees, citing the kyoani incident in japan. as per this korean fan, most fans there strongly do not believe this was the case. we have english-translated transcripts of the meeting between the mob and project moon; the threats the mob was making were to......brand project moon as a feminist company online. yes, really. male korean gamers aren't normal about feminism, and there's been an ongoing witch hunt for feminists in the industry since about 2016, something you see noted in both the labor union statements. both NPR and the BBC this phenomenon to gamergate, and i'd say it's a pretty apt comparison.]

let me know if anything needs correction or if anything should be added.

[newworldproductions]

What is the RedNote App? You're probably about to find out soon.

I’m wildly fascinated by what is at hand and taking place in way of Chinese/American relations being bridge together overnight via the adoption of the Chinese app “RedNote” by American’s considered now TikTok refugee’s there.

RedNote is now the number 1# downloaded social media app on the App Store and as such is a clear signal and indication by TikTok users frustrated with the pending Supreme Court decision to ban TikTok in the United States on how they can make their point on the subject and situation most effectively heard.

Thus, TikTok's current algorithm is being filled with the welcoming gestures of Chinese users empathy to the despair so many are feeling, combined with etiquette and eduction on how to use their app RedNote with mostly welcome arms. 

It does beg the question that if there are legitimate concerns that the Chinese Communist Government can gain vital access to our data via a mobile application that one from the Chinese would be readily available and downloadable on the app store in America in the first place. Well I guess we're going to find out.

So, will the revolution be televised? By all means no, but rather it appears it will be downloaded, shared, and discussed amongst anyone and everyone whom is interested, and willing via one app or another to be a part of it. Go figure.

[mariacallous]

In March 2007, Google’s then senior executive in charge of acquisitions, David Drummond, emailed the company’s board of directors a case for buying DoubleClick. It was an obscure software developer that helped websites sell ads. But it had about 60 percent market share and could accelerate Google’s growth while keeping rivals at bay. A “Microsoft-owned DoubleClick represents a major competitive threat,” court papers show Drummond writing.

Three weeks later, on Friday the 13th, Google announced the acquisition of DoubleClick for $3.1 billion. The US Department of Justice and 17 states including California and Colorado now allege that the day marked the beginning of Google’s unchecked dominance in online ads—and all the trouble that comes with it.

The government contends that controlling DoubleClick enabled Google to corner websites into doing business with its other services. That has resulted in Google allegedly monopolizing three big links of a vital digital advertising supply chain, which funnels over $12 billion in annual revenue to websites and apps in the US alone.

It’s a big amount. But a government expert estimates in court filings that if Google were not allegedly destroying its competition illegally, those publishers would be receiving up to an additional hundreds of millions of dollars each year. Starved of that potential funding, “publishers are pushed to put more ads on their websites, to put more content behind costly paywalls, or to cease business altogether,” the government alleges. It all adds up to a subpar experience on the web for consumers, Colorado attorney general Phil Weiser says.

“Google is able to extract hiked-up costs, and those are passed on to consumers,” he alleges. “The overall outcome we want is for consumers to have more access to content supported by advertising revenue and for people who are seeking advertising not to have to pay inflated costs.”

Google disputes the accusations.

Starting today, both sides’ arguments will be put to the test in what’s expected to be a weekslong trial before US district judge Leonie Brinkema in Alexandria, Virginia. The government wants her to find that Google has violated federal antitrust law and then issue orders that restore competition. In a best-case scenario, according to several Google critics and experts in online ads who spoke with WIRED, internet users could find themselves more pleasantly informed and entertained.

It could take years for the ad market to shake out, says Adam Heimlich, a longtime digital ad executive who’s extensively researched Google. But over time, fresh competition could lower supply chain fees and increase innovation. That would drive “better monetization of websites and better quality of websites,” says Heimlich, who now runs AI software developer Chalice Custom Algorithms.

Tim Vanderhook, CEO of ad-buying software developer Viant Technology, which both competes and partners with Google, believes that consumers would encounter a greater variety of ads, fewer creepy ads, and pages less cluttered with ads. “A substantially improved browsing experience,” he says.

Of course, all depends on the outcome of the case. Over the past year, Google lost its two other antitrust trials—concerning illegal search and mobile app store monopolies. Though the verdicts are under appeal, they’ve made the company’s critics optimistic about the ad tech trial.

Google argues that it faces fierce competition from Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, and others. It further contends that customers benefited from each of the acquisitions, contracts, and features that the government is challenging. “Google has designed a set of products that work efficiently with each other and attract a valuable customer base,” the company’s attorneys wrote in a 359-page rebuttal.

For years, Google publicly has maintained that its ad tech projects wouldn’t harm clients or competition. “We will be able to help publishers and advertisers generate more revenue, which will fuel the creation of even more rich and diverse content on the internet,” Drummond testified in 2007 to US senators concerned about the DoubleClick deal’s impact on competition and privacy. US antitrust regulators at the time cleared the purchase. But at least one of them, in hindsight, has said he should have blocked it.

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The Justice Department alleges that acquiring DoubleClick gave Google “a pool of captive publishers that now had fewer alternatives and faced substantial switching costs associated with changing to another publisher ad server.” The global market share of Google’s tool for publishers is now 91 percent, according to court papers. The company holds similar control over ad exchanges that broker deals (around 70 percent) and tools used by advertisers (85 percent), the court filings say.

Google’s dominance, the government argues, has “impaired the ability of publishers and advertisers to choose the ad tech tools they would prefer to use and diminished the number and quality of viable options available to them.”

The government alleges that Google staff spoke internally about how they have been earning an unfair portion of what advertisers spend on advertising, to the tune of over a third of every $1 spent in some cases.

Some of Google’s competitors want the tech giant to be broken up into multiple independent companies, so each of its advertising services competes on its own merits without the benefit of one pumping up another. The rivals also support rules that would bar Google from preferencing its own services. “What all in the industry are looking for is fair competition,” Viant’s Vanderhook says.

If Google ad tech alternatives win more business, not everyone is so sure that the users will notice a difference. “We’re talking about moving from the NYSE to Nasdaq,” Ari Paparo, a former DoubleClick and Google executive who now runs the media company Marketecture, tells WIRED. The technology behind the scenes may shift, but the experience for investors—or in this case, internet surfers—doesn’t.

Some advertising experts predict that if Google is broken up, users’ experiences would get even worse. Andrey Meshkov, chief technology officer of ad-block developer AdGuard, expects increasingly invasive tracking as competition intensifies. Products also may cost more because companies need to not only hire additional help to run ads but also buy more ads to achieve the same goals. “So the ad clutter is going to get worse,” Beth Egan, an ad executive turned Syracuse University associate professor, told reporters in a recent call arranged by a Google-funded advocacy group.

But Dina Srinivasan, a former ad executive who as an antitrust scholar wrote a Stanford Technology Law Review paper on Google’s dominance, says advertisers would end up paying lower fees, and the savings would be passed on to their customers. That future would mark an end to the spell Google allegedly cast with its DoubleClick deal. And it could happen even if Google wins in Virginia. A trial in a similar lawsuit filed by Texas, 15 other states, and Puerto Rico is scheduled for March.

[asleepinawell]

i cancelled my subscription to ad free tumblr due to the absurd price hike. i'd originally subscribed because i grew up in a time before the proliferation of advertising-driven websites (we had sketchy porn ad banners that gave you malware but that was about it) and i just. fucking. hate. seeing ads. and everything they stand for in terms of privacy and capitalism. before i was using a combo of pcap and personalDNS to zap the ads in the app which mostly worked but required constant maintenence. i just don't have the energy for it so when my subscription runs out next month i'll probably be switching to the very buggy and slow mobile browser which ultimately means using tumblr less

i don't think driving people off the app is what the decision makers at tumblr expected to happen with the price hike, but here we are. having been an early adopter both because i hate ads and because i believe a site beholden to its users' money rather than advertisers' is a better site (we are currently the product and not the customer), the additional fee feels slimey. tumblr said that they hadn't gotten enough subscribers to make a difference. i'm unclear how trying to squeeze more money from the people who do subscribe will change this (the "features" it's adding are not one i need or want and as of today 01/26 there aren't multiple tiers available)

unfortunately due to the low adoption of the ad free subscribers we don't have much leverage (since people on this site look for the worst interpretation of every sentence let me state that this is not an admonishment of those who didn't subscribe. okay? okay. moving on), but companies tend to cry and scream at even small profit losses these days, and, more accurately, at a failure to endlessly increase profits, an unrealistic and severally damaging goal

so basically what I'm saying is cancel that shit. don't buy shit on their store. and then tell them why in feedback (i have already done this and will again soon). we have very little leverage, but we should use every bit of it

tumblr has been a great community for fandom (due to the users, not the owners), and, as I've frequently stated, one of the best posting formats for it. both the fandom and the online queer community I've found here have been lifesaving at times, no exaggeration. certain other social media companies we all know are currently embracing a fascist government here in the US and i wouldn't be shocked if automattic follows suit (see: the ongoing mistreatment of trans women here). even if it doesn't, the general decline in community in favor of "content" consumption and AI bullshit (yes this includes char ai. stop that shit. i faced wildfire evacuations recently due to the global warming the ai servers are accelerating. i have fucking had it with you selfish assholes. you are actively endangering people with this bullshit no matter how you try to justify it) has hurt everyone and made posting things less appealing (there at other factors here, like censorship culture, but i digress)

basically there are a lot of reasons for me to use this platform less now. which sucks. I'm not going to vanish or stop posting completely, but my motivation to use this platform is at an all time low. being forced to see ads on top of all the other shit is just the latest enraging bullshit and i'm putting my money (or withholding thereof) where my typing finger is

[ausetkmt]

In recent years, commercial spyware has been deployed by more actors against a wider range of victims, but the prevailing narrative has still been that the malware is used in targeted attacks against an extremely small number of people. At the same time, though, it has been difficult to check devices for infection, leading individuals to navigate an ad hoc array of academic institutions and NGOs that have been on the front lines of developing forensic techniques to detect mobile spyware. On Tuesday, the mobile device security firm iVerify is publishing findings from a spyware detection feature it launched in May. Of 2,500 device scans that the company's customers elected to submit for inspection, seven revealed infections by the notorious NSO Group malware known as Pegasus.

The company’s Mobile Threat Hunting feature uses a combination of malware signature-based detection, heuristics, and machine learning to look for anomalies in iOS and Android device activity or telltale signs of spyware infection. For paying iVerify customers, the tool regularly checks devices for potential compromise. But the company also offers a free version of the feature for anyone who downloads the iVerify Basics app for $1. These users can walk through steps to generate and send a special diagnostic utility file to iVerify and receive analysis within hours. Free users can use the tool once a month. iVerify's infrastructure is built to be privacy-preserving, but to run the Mobile Threat Hunting feature, users must enter an email address so the company has a way to contact them if a scan turns up spyware—as it did in the seven recent Pegasus discoveries.

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“The really fascinating thing is that the people who were targeted were not just journalists and activists, but business leaders, people running commercial enterprises, people in government positions,” says Rocky Cole, chief operating officer of iVerify and a former US National Security Agency analyst. “It looks a lot more like the targeting profile of your average piece of malware or your average APT group than it does the narrative that’s been out there that mercenary spyware is being abused to target activists. It is doing that, absolutely, but this cross section of society was surprising to find.”

Seven out of 2,500 scans may sound like a small group, especially in the somewhat self-selecting customer base of iVerify users, whether paying or free, who want to be monitoring their mobile device security at all, much less checking specifically for spyware. But the fact that the tool has already found a handful of infections at all speaks to how widely the use of spyware has proliferated around the world. Having an easy tool for diagnosing spyware compromises may well expand the picture of just how often such malware is being used.

“NSO Group sells its products exclusively to vetted US & Israel-allied intelligence and law enforcement agencies,” NSO Group spokesperson Gil Lainer told WIRED in a statement. "Our customers use these technologies daily.”

iVerify vice president of research Matthias Frielingsdorf will present the group's Pegasus findings at the Objective by the Sea security conference in Maui, Hawaii on Friday. He says that it took significant investment to develop the detection tool because mobile operating systems like Android, and particularly iOS, are more locked down than traditional desktop operating systems and don't allow monitoring software to have kernel access at the heart of the system. Cole says that the crucial insight was to use telemetry taken from as close to the kernel as possible to tune machine learning models for detection. Some spyware, like Pegasus, also has characteristic traits that make it easier to flag. In the seven detections, Mobile Threat Hunting caught Pegasus using diagnostic data, shutdown logs, and crash logs. But the challenge, Cole says, is in refining mobile monitoring tools to reduce false positives.

Developing the detection capability has already been invaluable, though. Cole says that it helped iVerify identify signs of compromise on the smartphone of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a lawyer and Sikh political activist who was the target of an alleged, foiled assassination attempt by an Indian government employee in New York City. The Mobile Threat Hunting feature also flagged suspected nation state activity on the mobile devices of two Harris-Walz campaign officials—a senior member of the campaign and an IT department member—during the presidential race.

“The age of assuming that iPhones and Android phones are safe out of the box is over,” Cole says. “The sorts of capabilities to know if your phone has spyware on it were not widespread. There were technical barriers and it was leaving a lot of people behind. Now you have the ability to know if your phone is infected with commercial spyware. And the rate is much higher than the prevailing narrative.”

[allthebrazilianpolitics]

So, in Brazilian politics news, it might be of some of y'all's interest to learn about Operation 404, an anti-piracy operation that took down 675 illegal websites and 14 streaming apps and arrested suspects in Brazil and Argentina.

The action mobilized 9 states, 5 countries, continental bodies and even the Premier League, organizer of the English soccer championship. Nine people were arrested (five Brazilians and four Argentinians), and police carried out 30 search warrants.

According to the government, those under investigation are "suspected of distributing pirated content on websites and digital platforms, a practice that causes significant damage to the economy and the creative industry, in addition to violating the rights of authors and artists."

"The losses to the cultural and creative sector are significant, but the damage goes beyond the economic impact," says the Ministry of Justice.

In a recent operation, also on piracy, police identified that the same websites that distributed content without authorization also spread viruses and malware – leaving users' computers vulnerable to data theft and other types of attacks.

Thanks @dashingprince for bringing this to us.

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[fuck-customers]

Hi, I was wondering what the description of the blog is. The color is very hard for me to read. Incredibly sorry! (Not sarcasm. I just feel bad complaining-ish. Not the sorry! I'm not sure if it's a complaint or not, and I am very sorry. Also, can non public workers send in stuff about customers? My family has a history of public service, and I have heard some real doozys (yes I apologize a lot. I was raised with self awareness that I can come off as complaining when I don't mean too)

The description is a place for retail workers to safely vent their frustrations about customer/co worker/management they deal with on a daily basis.

What do you mean the color of the blog? I don't have the setting on to force the background color of the blog to override user settings. I use both PC and my iPhone (both mobile app and Safari) and on PC Tumblr has several color options to choose from by pressing [SHIFT] P and I am currently using the one with purple and green text on a black background. On mobile the app uses the color of the phone (light mode / dark mode).

And we allow people come and vent from more than just retail, like an office or government work.

-Rodney

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[evvywevvy]

my dad (70s) asked me if I was going to be affected by the tiktok ban (no, I'm not on tiktok, but I did just get on Xiaohongshu, or X as I like to call it). as we talked he was skeptical of my assertion that a major social media site being (hypothetically) controlled by the Chinese government poses absolutely no appreciable security threat to the USA.

and I was like. I don't know a lot about the Chinese government. but I know that there's an established market in the USA for mobile location data. there are multiple companies that will pay an app developer for location data generated by their users. it's no extra work to sell it to them. the countervailing privacy interest is a luxury good in American culture; you can use a more expensive app to have someone respect your privacy (sometimes), but most won't, and some will even make fun of you for it.

and if you don't want the Chinese to control your media experience, then you can let Elon or Mark or Jack, who probably have less interest in the USA continuing to exist than the Chinese government

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Got be Time Saving: Cash App account creating and verification can take time. Getting a pre verified account. However, means you don’t have to go through with the verification process.

Quality Accounts: Accounts created with valid information so they can not disturb Cash App terms and conditions.

Customer Support: 5starseoexper provide dedicated customer support to solve issues or queries related to the purchased accounts.

Bulk Accounts: 5starseoexper offers bulk purchasing options for businesses or individuals requiring several verified accounts, driving competitive pricing.

Fast Delivery: You can start using it as soon as you buy an account. With no wait times, you can instantly use your verified Cash App account.

Secure Transactions: Platform monitors reliable payment methods, keep your information safe during the purchasing process.

International Access: 5starseoexper is available for usage regardless of your location, as they offer accounts suited for users both domestically and internationally.

How Verified Accounts Can Help You There are several reasons one might want to have a verified Cash App account, such as:

Individual Use: Create the best savings and spending plan for yourself, transfer money to friends and family, and more with features like Bitcoin trading and direct deposits.

Personal Transactions: Receive payments from your clients or customers using a verified account. This is particularly useful for freelancers, small business owners, and entrepreneurs.

International Transfers: Verified accounts can send international money transfer, according to the region Cash App supports.

Investments: Verified accounts allow you to invest in stocks and cryptocurrencies directly in the app.

Emergency Scenarios: A verified account can act as a lifesaver during emergencies due to increased transaction limits and immediate transfer capability.

It helps in Trust Development: Having a verified account will lend credibility, and you will be able to build trust with other people while having financial transactions.

Risks to Consider When it comes to buying a verified Cash App account, there are some things you need to know first. Unfortunately, scammers have found a way to use this convenient method of transaction to rip off unsuspecting users. Another classic scam trick is what is called money flipping and it usually involves the scammer asking you to send them a small amount of money so that they can flip it for you. The flip never occurs after you send the money and the scammer disappears.

Another popular scam goes like this: the scammer tells you need to send them money “to redeem” some larger payment they have sent you that will be returned once you send them the money to process the payment. Such scams are executed on the basis of one when the victim is anticipating the larger sum of his or her refund in return for him or her having submitted his or her funds.

Scammers might even send you a payment “by mistake” and then ask you to send it back to them. Then they dispute the original transection and you are left having accidentally sent the scammer your cash.

Conclusion Having a confirmed Cash App account open up a whole new world of possibilities for you, including more security, limits on transactions, the ability to trade Bitcoin, and your own Cash Card, amongst other benefits. Trusted providers, such as 5starseoexper, who offer verified accounts for sale, can provide a hassle-free solution for those who do not wish to go through the verification process. When using an account for personal, business, or investment purposes, you may find a verified account to be a great asset to increase your financial options in the world, as well as your credibility. 5starseoexper verified cash app accounts come with immediate delivery, and authentic verification and with impressive customer service.

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Cash App Bitcoin Withdrawal Limits: A Complete Guide for Users

Cryptocurrency has revolutionized the way we think about money, and platforms like Cash App have made it easier than ever to buy, sell, and withdraw Bitcoin. Whether you’re a seasoned crypto trader or just dipping your toes into the world of digital currencies, understanding the limits imposed by Cash App is crucial. One of the most common questions users have is, “What’s the maximum limit to Cash App Bitcoin withdrawal?”

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know about Cash App Bitcoin withdrawal limits, including daily, weekly, and monthly caps. We’ll also discuss how these limits are determined, how you can increase them, and address some frequently asked questions to ensure you have all the information you need to manage your Bitcoin transactions effectively.

What are the Cash App Bitcoin Withdrawal Limits?

Cash App is a popular mobile payment service that allows users to buy, sell, and withdraw Bitcoin directly from their smartphones. While the platform is known for its user-friendly interface and seamless integration with traditional banking, it does impose certain limits on Bitcoin transactions to ensure security, compliance, and risk management. These limits vary depending on factors such as account verification status, transaction history, and adherence to Cash App’s policies. Let’s break down the key aspects of Cash App Bitcoin withdrawal limits:

The Cash App Bitcoin daily withdrawal limit is typically 2,000 for unverified accounts. This means you can withdraw up to 2,000 worth of Bitcoin in 24 hours. However, this limit can increase significantly once your account is verified.

Cash App also enforces a weekly Bitcoin withdrawal limit, which is usually 5,000 for unverified accounts. This limit resets every seven days, allowing you to withdraw upto 5,000 worth of Bitcoin within that time frame.

For active users, the Cash App sets a monthly Bitcoin withdrawal limit. While the exact amount may vary, it is generally higher than the weekly limit, providing more flexibility for frequent transactions.

The maximum Bitcoin withdrawal limit on the Cash App depends on your account status. Verified accounts with a strong transaction history can enjoy significantly higher limits, sometimes exceeding $25,000 per week or more. However, these limits are not fixed and may vary based on Cash App’s internal policies.

Factors That Influence Cash App Bitcoin Withdrawal Limits

Cash App’s Bitcoin withdrawal limits are not arbitrary; they are influenced by several factors, including:

1. Account Verification Status

Unverified accounts have lower withdrawal limits compared to verified accounts. To verify your account, you’ll need to provide personal information such as your full name, date of birth, and Social Security Number (SSN), as well as a valid government-issued ID.

2. Transaction History

Cash App rewards users with a consistent and responsible transaction history by increasing their withdrawal limits. If you regularly buy, sell, and withdraw Bitcoin without any issues, you’re more likely to see higher limits.

3. Compliance with Cash App’s Policies

Adhering to Cash App’s terms of service and community guidelines is essential for maintaining or increasing your withdrawal limits. Any violations, such as fraudulent activity or chargebacks, can result in reduced limits or account suspension.

4. Regulatory Requirements

Cash App must comply with financial regulations, including anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) requirements. These regulations play a significant role in determining withdrawal limits.

How to Increase Your Cash App Bitcoin Withdrawal Limit?

If you’ve reached your Cash App Bitcoin withdrawal limit and need to increase it, there are several steps you can take:

Open the Cash App and navigate to the Profile section.

Provide the required personal information, including your full name, date of birth, and Social Security Number (SSN).

Submit a valid government-issued ID for verification.

Once your account is verified, your Bitcoin withdrawal limits will automatically increase.

FAQs About Cash App Bitcoin Withdrawal Limits

1. What is the Cash App Bitcoin monthly withdrawal limit?

The monthly withdrawal limit varies but is generally higher than the weekly limit. Verified accounts may enjoy significantly higher monthly limits.

2.  Can I withdraw Bitcoin from the Cash App to an external wallet?

Yes,  the Cash App allows you to withdraw Bitcoin to an external wallet. Enter the wallet address and confirm the transaction.

3. What is the Cash App Bitcoin purchase limit?

The Cash App Bitcoin purchase limit varies depending on your account status. Verified accounts typically have higher purchase limits.

4. How do I increase my Cash App Bitcoin sending limit?

To increase Cash App Bitcoin sending limit, verify your account and maintain a strong transaction history. You can also contact Cash App support for assistance.

5. Does Cash App have a Bitcoin deposit limit?

Cash App does not impose a deposit limit for Bitcoin. However, withdrawal limits apply when transferring Bitcoin to an external wallet.

Conclusion

If you have any further questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out to Cash App support. Happy trading! By following the steps and tips outlined in this blog, you’ll be well-equipped to navigate Cash App’s Bitcoin withdrawal limits and maximize your cryptocurrency transactions. Don’t forget to share this guide with others who might find it helpful!

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The Beginner's Guide to Bitcoin: Overcoming the Fear of the Unknown

We've all been there – staring at headlines about Bitcoin's latest price movement, wondering if we've missed the boat or if it's all just a complicated scam. The truth is, Bitcoin represents one of the most significant financial innovations of our time, yet many people still hesitate to take their first step into this new world. This guide will help you understand why Bitcoin matters and how you can start your journey with confidence.

Why Bitcoin Matters

In a world where governments can print unlimited money and banks can freeze your accounts, Bitcoin offers something revolutionary: true financial freedom. It's not just another investment vehicle – it's a technology that gives you complete control over your money. Unlike traditional currencies that lose value through inflation, Bitcoin has a fixed supply, making it a potential hedge against economic uncertainty.

But let's be honest: trying something new, especially when it involves your hard-earned money, can feel intimidating. That's completely normal, and it's exactly why we're here to guide you through this journey step by step.

What is Bitcoin, Really?

Think of Bitcoin as digital gold for the internet age. Just as gold has been valued for thousands of years because of its scarcity and durability, Bitcoin is valuable because it's limited (only 21 million will ever exist) and cannot be counterfeited or controlled by any government or institution.

Unlike traditional money that relies on banks and governments, Bitcoin operates on a decentralized network of computers worldwide. This means no single entity can shut it down, manipulate its supply, or prevent you from using it. It's truly global money that works the same way whether you're in New York, Lagos, or Tokyo.

Breaking Down the Barriers

Let's address some common fears that might be holding you back:

"Isn't Bitcoin just for criminals?" This misconception stems from Bitcoin's early days. In reality, all Bitcoin transactions are recorded on a public ledger, making it far more transparent than cash. Major financial institutions and public companies now hold Bitcoin as a legitimate asset.

"Isn't it too late to invest?" While early adopters saw incredible returns, Bitcoin's journey is far from over. As global adoption continues to grow, many experts believe we're still in the early stages of this technological revolution.

Modern tools have made Bitcoin more accessible than ever. User-friendly apps like Cash App, Coinbase, and Strike have transformed the once-complex process of buying Bitcoin into something as simple as ordering a ride-share.

Taking Your First Steps

Before investing any money, invest some time in education. Start with beginner-friendly resources like "The Bitcoin Standard" by Saifedean Ammous for a deep understanding of Bitcoin's role in economic history. Websites like Bitcoin.org offer clear, non-technical explanations of key concepts.

When you're ready to buy your first Bitcoin, here's a simple process:

Choose a reputable exchange (Coinbase, Kraken, or Gemini are good for beginners)

Create and verify your account (you'll need ID and basic personal information)

Connect your bank account

Start with a small amount – even $20 is fine

Remember: never leave significant amounts of Bitcoin on an exchange. Instead, transfer it to a personal wallet (like Blue Wallet for mobile or Ledger for hardware storage) where you control the private keys.

The Bigger Picture

Bitcoin's impact extends far beyond investment returns. In countries like Venezuela, where hyperinflation has destroyed the local currency, Bitcoin provides a way for people to preserve their savings. In nations with limited banking access, it offers millions their first opportunity to participate in the global economy.

This isn't just about making money – it's about participating in a movement toward financial sovereignty and inclusion.

The Power of Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA)

For newcomers, Bitcoin's price volatility can be nerve-wracking. This is where Dollar-Cost Averaging comes in – it's your secret weapon for building Bitcoin savings while managing risk.

DCA means investing a fixed amount regularly, regardless of price. Instead of trying to time the market, you might invest $50 every week. When prices are high, you buy less Bitcoin; when prices are low, you buy more. This strategy helps reduce the impact of volatility and removes the emotional stress of timing your purchases.

Here's how to start:

Choose your regular investment amount (start small – even $25/week adds up)

Select your frequency (weekly or monthly works well)

Set up automatic purchases on your chosen platform

Stay consistent and ignore short-term price movements

For example, if you had invested $50 weekly in Bitcoin over the past five years, you would have accumulated significant savings while avoiding the stress of market timing. This approach is particularly powerful as Bitcoin continues to gain mainstream adoption.

Take the Leap

Everyone in the Bitcoin space started exactly where you are now – curious but uncertain. The key is to start small, both with your education and your investments. Don't feel pressured to understand everything at once or invest more than you're comfortable with.

Remember, Bitcoin is a journey, not a destination. Take that first small step, whether it's buying $20 worth of Bitcoin or spending an hour learning about blockchain technology. Focus on learning and understanding rather than getting rich quick.

The future of money is changing, and you have the opportunity to be part of this transformation. Start your Bitcoin journey today, one small step at a time.

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In recent years, commercial spyware has been deployed by more actors against a wider range of victims, but the prevailing narrative has still been that the malware is used in targeted attacks against an extremely small number of people. At the same time, though, it has been difficult to check devices for infection, leading individuals to navigate an ad hoc array of academic institutions and NGOs that have been on the front lines of developing forensic techniques to detect mobile spyware. On Tuesday, the mobile device security firm iVerify is publishing findings from a spyware detection feature it launched in May. Of 2,500 device scans that the company's customers elected to submit for inspection, seven revealed infections by the notorious NSO Group malware known as Pegasus.

The company’s Mobile Threat Hunting feature uses a combination of malware signature-based detection, heuristics, and machine learning to look for anomalies in iOS and Android device activity or telltale signs of spyware infection. For paying iVerify customers, the tool regularly checks devices for potential compromise. But the company also offers a free version of the feature for anyone who downloads the iVerify Basics app for $1. These users can walk through steps to generate and send a special diagnostic utility file to iVerify and receive analysis within hours. Free users can use the tool once a month. iVerify's infrastructure is built to be privacy-preserving, but to run the Mobile Threat Hunting feature, users must enter an email address so the company has a way to contact them if a scan turns up spyware—as it did in the seven recent Pegasus discoveries.

“The really fascinating thing is that the people who were targeted were not just journalists and activists, but business leaders, people running commercial enterprises, people in government positions,” says Rocky Cole, chief operating officer of iVerify and a former US National Security Agency analyst. “It looks a lot more like the targeting profile of your average piece of malware or your average APT group than it does the narrative that’s been out there that mercenary spyware is being abused to target activists. It is doing that, absolutely, but this cross section of society was surprising to find.”

Seven out of 2,500 scans may sound like a small group, especially in the somewhat self-selecting customer base of iVerify users, whether paying or free, who want to be monitoring their mobile device security at all, much less checking specifically for spyware. But the fact that the tool has already found a handful of infections at all speaks to how widely the use of spyware has proliferated around the world. Having an easy tool for diagnosing spyware compromises may well expand the picture of just how often such malware is being used.

“NSO Group sells its products exclusively to vetted US & Israel-allied intelligence and law enforcement agencies,” NSO Group spokesperson Gil Lainer told WIRED in a statement. "Our customers use these technologies daily.”

iVerify vice president of research Matthias Frielingsdorf will present the group's Pegasus findings at the Objective by the Sea security conference in Maui, Hawaii on Friday. He says that it took significant investment to develop the detection tool because mobile operating systems like Android, and particularly iOS, are more locked down than traditional desktop operating systems and don't allow monitoring software to have kernel access at the heart of the system. Cole says that the crucial insight was to use telemetry taken from as close to the kernel as possible to tune machine learning models for detection. Some spyware, like Pegasus, also has characteristic traits that make it easier to flag. In the seven detections, Mobile Threat Hunting caught Pegasus using diagnostic data, shutdown logs, and crash logs. But the challenge, Cole says, is in refining mobile monitoring tools to reduce false positives.

Developing the detection capability has already been invaluable, though. Cole says that it helped iVerify identify signs of compromise on the smartphone of Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a lawyer and Sikh political activist who was the target of an alleged, foiled assassination attempt by an Indian government employee in New York City. The Mobile Threat Hunting feature also flagged suspected nation state activity on the mobile devices of two Harris-Walz campaign officials—a senior member of the campaign and an IT department member—during the presidential race.

“The age of assuming that iPhones and Android phones are safe out of the box is over,” Cole says. “The sorts of capabilities to know if your phone has spyware on it were not widespread. There were technical barriers and it was leaving a lot of people behind. Now you have the ability to know if your phone is infected with commercial spyware. And the rate is much higher than the prevailing narrative.”

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Top 10 In- Demand Tech Jobs in 2025

Technology is growing faster than ever, and so is the need for skilled professionals in the field. From artificial intelligence to cloud computing, businesses are looking for experts who can keep up with the latest advancements. These tech jobs not only pay well but also offer great career growth and exciting challenges.

In this blog, we’ll look at the top 10 tech jobs that are in high demand today. Whether you’re starting your career or thinking of learning new skills, these jobs can help you plan a bright future in the tech world.

1. AI and Machine Learning Specialists

Artificial Intelligence (AI)  and Machine Learning are changing the game by helping machines learn and improve on their own without needing step-by-step instructions. They’re being used in many areas, like chatbots, spotting fraud, and predicting trends.

Key Skills: Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, data analysis, deep learning, and natural language processing (NLP).

Industries Hiring: Healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing.

Career Tip: Keep up with AI and machine learning by working on projects and getting an AI certification. Joining AI hackathons helps you learn and meet others in the field.

2. Data Scientists

Data scientists work with large sets of data to find patterns, trends, and useful insights that help businesses make smart decisions. They play a key role in everything from personalized marketing to predicting health outcomes.

Key Skills: Data visualization, statistical analysis, R, Python, SQL, and data mining.

Industries Hiring: E-commerce, telecommunications, and pharmaceuticals.

Career Tip: Work with real-world data and build a strong portfolio to showcase your skills. Earning certifications in data science tools can help you stand out.

3. Cloud Computing Engineers: These professionals create and manage cloud systems that allow businesses to store data and run apps without needing physical servers, making operations more efficient.

Key Skills: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), DevOps, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

Industries Hiring: IT services, startups, and enterprises undergoing digital transformation.

Career Tip: Get certified in cloud platforms like AWS (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect).

4. Cybersecurity Experts

Cybersecurity professionals protect companies from data breaches, malware, and other online threats. As remote work grows, keeping digital information safe is more crucial than ever.

Key Skills: Ethical hacking, penetration testing, risk management, and cybersecurity tools.

Industries Hiring: Banking, IT, and government agencies.

Career Tip: Stay updated on new cybersecurity threats and trends. Certifications like CEH (Certified Ethical Hacker) or CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) can help you advance in your career.

5. Full-Stack Developers

Full-stack developers are skilled programmers who can work on both the front-end (what users see) and the back-end (server and database) of web applications.

Key Skills: JavaScript, React, Node.js, HTML/CSS, and APIs.

Industries Hiring: Tech startups, e-commerce, and digital media.

Career Tip: Create a strong GitHub profile with projects that highlight your full-stack skills. Learn popular frameworks like React Native to expand into mobile app development.

6. DevOps Engineers

DevOps engineers help make software faster and more reliable by connecting development and operations teams. They streamline the process for quicker deployments.

Key Skills: CI/CD pipelines, automation tools, scripting, and system administration.

Industries Hiring: SaaS companies, cloud service providers, and enterprise IT.

Career Tip: Earn key tools like Jenkins, Ansible, and Kubernetes, and develop scripting skills in languages like Bash or Python. Earning a DevOps certification is a plus and can enhance your expertise in the field.

7. Blockchain Developers

They build secure, transparent, and unchangeable systems. Blockchain is not just for cryptocurrencies; it’s also used in tracking supply chains, managing healthcare records, and even in voting systems.

Key Skills: Solidity, Ethereum, smart contracts, cryptography, and DApp development.

Industries Hiring: Fintech, logistics, and healthcare.

Career Tip: Create and share your own blockchain projects to show your skills. Joining blockchain communities can help you learn more and connect with others in the field.

8. Robotics Engineers

Robotics engineers design, build, and program robots to do tasks faster or safer than humans. Their work is especially important in industries like manufacturing and healthcare.

Key Skills: Programming (C++, Python), robotics process automation (RPA), and mechanical engineering.

Industries Hiring: Automotive, healthcare, and logistics.

Career Tip: Stay updated on new trends like self-driving cars and AI in robotics.

9. Internet of Things (IoT) Specialists

IoT specialists work on systems that connect devices to the internet, allowing them to communicate and be controlled easily. This is crucial for creating smart cities, homes, and industries.

Key Skills: Embedded systems, wireless communication protocols, data analytics, and IoT platforms.

Industries Hiring: Consumer electronics, automotive, and smart city projects.

Career Tip: Create IoT prototypes and learn to use platforms like AWS IoT or Microsoft Azure IoT. Stay updated on 5G technology and edge computing trends.

10. Product Managers

Product managers oversee the development of products, from idea to launch, making sure they are both technically possible and meet market demands. They connect technical teams with business stakeholders.

Key Skills: Agile methodologies, market research, UX design, and project management.

Industries Hiring: Software development, e-commerce, and SaaS companies.

Career Tip: Work on improving your communication and leadership skills. Getting certifications like PMP (Project Management Professional) or CSPO (Certified Scrum Product Owner) can help you advance.

Importance of Upskilling in the Tech Industry

Stay Up-to-Date: Technology changes fast, and learning new skills helps you keep up with the latest trends and tools.

Grow in Your Career: By learning new skills, you open doors to better job opportunities and promotions.

Earn a Higher Salary: The more skills you have, the more valuable you are to employers, which can lead to higher-paying jobs.

Feel More Confident: Learning new things makes you feel more prepared and ready to take on tougher tasks.

Adapt to Changes: Technology keeps evolving, and upskilling helps you stay flexible and ready for any new changes in the industry.

Top Companies Hiring for These Roles

Global Tech Giants: Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM.

Startups: Fintech, health tech, and AI-based startups are often at the forefront of innovation.

Consulting Firms: Companies like Accenture, Deloitte, and PwC increasingly seek tech talent.

In conclusion,  the tech world is constantly changing, and staying updated is key to having a successful career. In 2025, jobs in fields like AI, cybersecurity, data science, and software development will be in high demand. By learning the right skills and keeping up with new trends, you can prepare yourself for these exciting roles. Whether you're just starting or looking to improve your skills, the tech industry offers many opportunities for growth and success.

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How-To IT

Topic: Core areas of IT

1. Hardware

• Computers (Desktops, Laptops, Workstations)

• Servers and Data Centers

• Networking Devices (Routers, Switches, Modems)

• Storage Devices (HDDs, SSDs, NAS)

• Peripheral Devices (Printers, Scanners, Monitors)

2. Software

• Operating Systems (Windows, Linux, macOS)

• Application Software (Office Suites, ERP, CRM)

• Development Software (IDEs, Code Libraries, APIs)

• Middleware (Integration Tools)

• Security Software (Antivirus, Firewalls, SIEM)

3. Networking and Telecommunications

• LAN/WAN Infrastructure

• Wireless Networking (Wi-Fi, 5G)

• VPNs (Virtual Private Networks)

• Communication Systems (VoIP, Email Servers)

• Internet Services

4. Data Management

• Databases (SQL, NoSQL)

• Data Warehousing

• Big Data Technologies (Hadoop, Spark)

• Backup and Recovery Systems

• Data Integration Tools

5. Cybersecurity

• Network Security

• Endpoint Protection

• Identity and Access Management (IAM)

• Threat Detection and Incident Response

• Encryption and Data Privacy

6. Software Development

• Front-End Development (UI/UX Design)

• Back-End Development

• DevOps and CI/CD Pipelines

• Mobile App Development

• Cloud-Native Development

7. Cloud Computing

• Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)

• Platform as a Service (PaaS)

• Software as a Service (SaaS)

• Serverless Computing

• Cloud Storage and Management

8. IT Support and Services

• Help Desk Support

• IT Service Management (ITSM)

• System Administration

• Hardware and Software Troubleshooting

• End-User Training

9. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

• AI Algorithms and Frameworks

• Natural Language Processing (NLP)

• Computer Vision

• Robotics

• Predictive Analytics

10. Business Intelligence and Analytics

• Reporting Tools (Tableau, Power BI)

• Data Visualization

• Business Analytics Platforms

• Predictive Modeling

11. Internet of Things (IoT)

• IoT Devices and Sensors

• IoT Platforms

• Edge Computing

• Smart Systems (Homes, Cities, Vehicles)

12. Enterprise Systems

• Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)

• Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

• Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS)

• Supply Chain Management Systems

13. IT Governance and Compliance

• ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library)

• COBIT (Control Objectives for Information Technologies)

• ISO/IEC Standards

• Regulatory Compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, SOX)

14. Emerging Technologies

• Blockchain

• Quantum Computing

• Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)

• 3D Printing

• Digital Twins

15. IT Project Management

• Agile, Scrum, and Kanban

• Waterfall Methodology

• Resource Allocation

• Risk Management

16. IT Infrastructure

• Data Centers

• Virtualization (VMware, Hyper-V)

• Disaster Recovery Planning

• Load Balancing

17. IT Education and Certifications

• Vendor Certifications (Microsoft, Cisco, AWS)

• Training and Development Programs

• Online Learning Platforms

18. IT Operations and Monitoring

• Performance Monitoring (APM, Network Monitoring)

• IT Asset Management

• Event and Incident Management

19. Software Testing

• Manual Testing: Human testers evaluate software by executing test cases without using automation tools.

• Automated Testing: Use of testing tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit) to run automated scripts and check software behavior.

• Functional Testing: Validating that the software performs its intended functions.

• Non-Functional Testing: Assessing non-functional aspects such as performance, usability, and security.

• Unit Testing: Testing individual components or units of code for correctness.

• Integration Testing: Ensuring that different modules or systems work together as expected.

• System Testing: Verifying the complete software system’s behavior against requirements.

• Acceptance Testing: Conducting tests to confirm that the software meets business requirements (including UAT - User Acceptance Testing).

• Regression Testing: Ensuring that new changes or features do not negatively affect existing functionalities.

• Performance Testing: Testing software performance under various conditions (load, stress, scalability).

• Security Testing: Identifying vulnerabilities and assessing the software’s ability to protect data.

• Compatibility Testing: Ensuring the software works on different operating systems, browsers, or devices.

• Continuous Testing: Integrating testing into the development lifecycle to provide quick feedback and minimize bugs.

• Test Automation Frameworks: Tools and structures used to automate testing processes (e.g., TestNG, Appium).

19. VoIP (Voice over IP)

VoIP Protocols & Standards

• SIP (Session Initiation Protocol)

• H.323

• RTP (Real-Time Transport Protocol)

• MGCP (Media Gateway Control Protocol)

VoIP Hardware

• IP Phones (Desk Phones, Mobile Clients)

• VoIP Gateways

• Analog Telephone Adapters (ATAs)

• VoIP Servers

• Network Switches/ Routers for VoIP

VoIP Software

• Softphones (e.g., Zoiper, X-Lite)

• PBX (Private Branch Exchange) Systems

• VoIP Management Software

• Call Center Solutions (e.g., Asterisk, 3CX)

VoIP Network Infrastructure

• Quality of Service (QoS) Configuration

• VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) for VoIP

• VoIP Traffic Shaping & Bandwidth Management

• Firewall and Security Configurations for VoIP

• Network Monitoring & Optimization Tools

VoIP Security

• Encryption (SRTP, TLS)

• Authentication and Authorization

• Firewall & Intrusion Detection Systems

• VoIP Fraud DetectionVoIP Providers

• Hosted VoIP Services (e.g., RingCentral, Vonage)

• SIP Trunking Providers

• PBX Hosting & Managed Services

VoIP Quality and Testing

• Call Quality Monitoring

• Latency, Jitter, and Packet Loss Testing

• VoIP Performance Metrics and Reporting Tools

• User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for VoIP Systems

Integration with Other Systems

• CRM Integration (e.g., Salesforce with VoIP)

• Unified Communications (UC) Solutions

• Contact Center Integration

• Email, Chat, and Video Communication Integration