author-image

Sam Cook

Data Journalist, Privacy Advocate and Cord-cutting Expert

Samuel Cook is a freelance writer who covers a wide range of topics, including internet privacy, security, data journalism, and digital content streaming. He can often be neck-deep in data visualizations.

Articles by Sam
Phishing email attack statistics and facts for 2019–2024
Phishing attacks remains a huge threat to individuals and businesses. Find out about the latest phishing statistics and facts based on recent studies and reports.
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on January 25, 2024
Best VPNs for Betfair: Unrestricted guide to betting abroad in 2024
Betfair users trying to access the service abroad may be frustrated to find it's geo-restricted. However, you can access Betfair from anywhere in the world with the help of a VPN.
By Sam Cook in VPN & Privacy on November 6, 2023
20+ DDoS attack trends and statistics in 2024: The rising threat
DDoS attacks are on the rise, but hackers are also adapting their strategies to counteract growing mitigation techniques. Here's a review of the latest stats and trends highlighting DDoS attacks in 2018-2024.
By Sam Cook in Information Security on January 8, 2024
A comprehensive analysis of YouTube statistics in 2024
YouTube is the largest streaming video website in the world. Here are over 25 unique YouTube statistics and facts: including how many videos and views.
By Sam Cook in TV Streaming on January 11, 2024
Netflix statistics: How many movies and TV shows do they have? 2024
As the largest streaming service in the world, Netflix maintains some of the most impressive use and income stats, and more. Check out these 50+ facts about Netflix. 
By Sam Cook in Blog on January 9, 2024
Kodi in steep decline after introduction of anti-piracy steps
The data is clear: When the Alliance for Creativity in Entertainment launched in 2017, it focused heavily on disarming third-party Kodi addons that offered pirated streams. The efforts worked in a dramatic fashion. 
By Sam Cook in Kodi on February 28, 2022
25 best free streaming sites for movies and TV: Legal and safe options
We've found 25 streaming services that are completely free to use and have great content! However, to watch the best free streaming services while traveling abroad you will usually need a VPN.
By Sam Cook in TV Streaming on November 7, 2023
10 Best Spam Call Blockers for iOS and iPhone in 2024
If you're tired of robocalls and spam calls on your iPhone, there's good news. You can install call blocking apps for iOS that work well and can help protect you from annoying scam callers. Find out which are the best free and paid apps to block spam calls on your iPhone.
By Sam Cook in Identity Theft Protection on November 8, 2021
Number spoofing scams explained
Most phone scams now utilize number spoofing techniques. We explore how number spoofing works and how to avoid these scams.
By Sam Cook in Information Security on August 9, 2023
Page 1 of 14
12…14