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Paul Bischoff

Paul is Comparitech’s editor and a regular commentator on cyber security and privacy topics in national and international media including New York Times, BBC, Forbes, The Guardian and many others. He's been writing about the tech industry since 2012 for publications like Tech in Asia, Mashable, and various startup blogs.

Paul has an in-depth knowledge of VPNs, having been an early adopter while looking to access the open internet during this time in China.

He previously worked in Beijing as an editor for Tech in Asia, and has been writing and reporting on technology for the last decade. He has also volunteered as a teacher for older adults learning basic tech literacy and cyber awareness. You can find him on Twitter at @pabischoff.

Articles by Paul

Ready for Copa América 2024? Although it will air in many countries, you may find streams region-locked when traveling abroad. Find out how you can watch Copa América live online from any location.
By Paul Bischoff in VPN & Privacy on June 17, 2024
We reveal some common telemarketing scams and how to spot them. We also discuss other phone scams an
By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection on November 22, 2019
Posthumous ID theft is on the rise. We look at how to protect against it, and how to report it if yo
By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection on December 11, 2023
Children are particularly susceptible to identity theft. They spend more time online than adults and have fewer ways of finding out when their personal information has been taken. Find out what you can do to keep them safe.
By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection on January 18, 2024
Using the free airport wi-fi Is a great way to kill some time between flights. However, it’s wise to take some precautions before connecting. Find out why below. 
By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection on January 24, 2024
We take a look at some common tax scams and how you can recognize and avoid them. We'll also show yo
Ben Bernanke is a victim of identity theft. This is proof positive that it can happen to anyone. We
By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection on November 5, 2024
Listen to audio from a real smishing phone call. See firsthand how scammers use fear to manipulate v
By Paul Bischoff in Identity Theft Protection on November 5, 2024
The Fact Act states you are entitled to your annual credit report each year. Read more about how to
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