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Gregory Hornet

Gregory Hornet

Etichal Hacker, Technical Researcher

Gregory Hornet is an ethical hacker that has experience from several software companies. Gregory loves to expose loopholes in security systems, and works with finding them. Gregory is anti survaillance and internet controll.

Featured articles by Gregory Hornet

Best VPNs for Microsoft Edge in 2026: Safe and Reliable VPNs

Microsoft Edge is a web browser developed in 2015 by Microsoft. It was created to replace the older Internet Explorer, which was Microsoft’s primary browser, until the former was introduced into the m ...

5 Best VPNs for PUBG Mobile in 2026 (Android / iPhone)

Since 2017, there have not been many thrilling games like PUBG. With its Battle Royale interface, this world-class game has enjoyed positive reviews and recorded millions of downloads around the globe ...

Global Online Safety Acts: How New Laws Are Changing the Internet Experience

Global Online Safety Acts

Online safety acts are reshaping the web with age checks, content rules, and privacy concerns. Learn how you can protect your privacy.

What Is a VPN Kill Switch And Do You Need One? (2026)

A “Kill Switch” is a generic name given to any form of technology that makes a system stop working during an emergency, especially as a security or safety measure. You can find Kill Switch ...

Dedicated IP VPN: What It Is & How It Compares to Other IP Types

How to get a dedicated IP address

Not all VPN IPs are created equal. Discover why a dedicated IP could be your secret weapon for hassle-free logins, secure remote work, and smoother streaming — plus how it stacks up against shared, dy ...

🚦 How the UK Online Safety Act Transforms Your Digital Life (& Why VPNs Are Booming)

UK Online Safety Act

📌 TL;DR – Online Safety Act UK 2025 🇬🇧 The UK now enforces age checks and content restrictions under the Online Safety Act. 🔐 Many websites require ID or block UK users entirely due to compliance ...

Skype Shuts Down in 2025: What You Need to Know and 5 Tools to Replace It

Skype closes May 2025

If you’ve used Skype for years to stay in touch with family, host client calls, or conduct remote interviews, the news might feel like the end of an era: Skype is shutting down in 2025. Microsoft has ...

F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026: A Spectacular Event in the Heart of Sin City

The F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix 2026 is set to be one of the most exciting and glamorous races on the Formula 1 calendar. After the overwhelming success of the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix in 2023, Form ...

Best VPN Tools for Online Dating: How You Can Keep Your Data Safe on Dating Apps

Did you know that using dating apps or websites puts more than just your heart at risk? These platforms collect vast amounts of sensitive data, from contact details to sexual orientation. Protecting y ...

Atlas VPN Review 2026

Important Update: After a comprehensive review, it has been decided that Atlas VPN services will be discontinued on April 24, 2024. Users of Atlas VPN are being offered the opportunity to transition t ...

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Haakon Hess

Haakon Hess

CTO, Lead developer

Haakon Hess est un programmeur hors pair. Passionné par la mission de TechShielder, il est un excellent élément de l’équipe. Haakon met son expertise au service de nos programmes et de notre site web, et mène les projets avec notre équipe technique dans une démarche d’excellence. De plus, il possède une solide expérience en codage et en prévention des failles de sécurité, assurant ainsi que TechShielder fonctionne parfaitement.
Mats Rossing

Mats Rossing

Programmeur technique

Mats Rossing est le programmeur technique de TechShielder. Expert en programmation, il a une passion contagieuse pour la technologie. Mats aime son travail : la programmation est dans son ADN. Il veille à ce que nos sites web et nos programmes ne contiennent pas de bugs. Il n’a pas son pareil pour détecter et éliminer les failles de sécurité, ce qui permet aux programmes de TechShielder de fonctionner sans accroc.
Lasse Walstad

Lasse Walstad

Investisseur, entrepreneur et expert numérique

Véritable serial entrepreneur du digital, Lasse Walstad est le cofondateur de TechShielder. Son intérêt pour divers secteurs d'activité l’a poussé à créer plusieurs entreprises qui lui ont permis de se faire une place de choix dans l’univers du numérique. Lasse est un investisseur, mais aussi un fervent défenseur de la confidentialité en ligne. Engagé pour la protection de la vie privée en ligne, il s’est lancé dans des recherches sur la cybersécurité, qui ont donné naissance à TechShielder.
Cuong Do Dai

Cuong Do Dai

Responsable des relations publiques, expert en marketing

Cuong Do Dai est l’expert en relations humaines de TechShielder. Au cours de sa carrière, il a travaillé en tant que directeur des ventes et responsable des relations publiques. Cette expérience fait de lui l’homme idéal pour diriger le département des relations publiques de TechShielder. Cuong est également chef du personnel chez TechShielder. Son acuité et son sens des responsabilités lui permettent de mener des entretiens clés avec les experts en sécurité.
Lydia Iseh

Lydia Iseh

Journaliste, rédactrice médias

Lydia Iseh veille à ce que chaque contenu que nous mettons en ligne soit parfaitement informatif, précis et novateur. Elle dirige l’équipe de rédaction de contenu de TechShielder et travaille en étroite collaboration avec le reste de l'équipe pour s'assurer que nos articles répondent aux attentes de nos lecteurs. Lydia a un vrai don pour rédiger des contenus liés à la technologie et à la cybersécurité, et a de nombreuses années d'expérience dans ce domaine.
Gregory Hornet

Gregory Hornet

Hacker éthique, chercheur technique

Gregory Hornet est un hacker éthique qui a fait ses armes dans plusieurs entreprises spécialisées dans le développement de logiciels. Gregory adore identifier les failles des systèmes de sécurité, et en a fait son travail. Gregory [Samir] est contre la surveillance et le contrôle d’internet.
Ernest Masuka

Ernest Masuka

Tech Writer, Cybersecurity Buff

Ernest Masuka is a tech writer who’s creating quite the name as a trusted voice in cybersecurity in general, and VPNs in particular. As an Engineering student, he became intrigued with hacking tactics and how to thwart attacks. Today, Ernest writes in-depth guides and reviews to help people find service providers, providing the best security at different price points. When he’s not writing, Ernest enjoys playing Fortnite. He plays Chess at a national level, loves rewatching “The Matrix” trilogy, and engaging in challenging DIY projects.
Haakon Hess

Haakon Hess

CTO, Lead developer

Haakon Hess is a programmer extraordinaire. His dedication to work at Techshielder makes him an excellent fit for the team. Haakon brings his knowledge about making our programs and website work to play and executes ideas excellently with other members of the technical team. In addition, he has vast experience in coding, preventing security breaches, and ensuring the smooth functioning of Techshielder.
Mats Rossing

Mats Rossing

Technical Programmer

Mats Rossing is our technical programmer at Techshielder. His passion for technology and expertise in programming is a unique trait we can’t resist. Mats enjoys what he does, like he has programming encoded in his DNA. He ensures that our websites and programs are bug-free and has an expert touch in analyzing and flushing out security flaws for the smooth running of tech-related programs at Techshielder.
Lasse Walstad

Lasse Walstad

Investor, Entrepreneur and Digital Expert

Lasse Walstad is a versatile online entrepreneur and co-founder of Techshielder. His keen interests in many industries have spurred him to start numerous online businesses that have made him relevant in the digital world. Lasse is an investor and promoter of everything you need to know about staying private online. His interest in the world of online privacy kick-started his research in cybersecurity which helped birth Techshielder today.