The Gayfemboy botnet exploited a zero-day vulnerability in routers to infect more than 15,000 devices in various countries. It is a serious threat because it can carry out massive DDoS attacks with traffic volume of up to 100 GB.
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In connection with the potential ban of the social network TikTok in the US, users are looking for alternatives. One possible alternative is the Lemon8 app, but switching to this platform can be difficult.
TikTok, which has about 150 million active users in the U.S., could be blocked due to concerns about sharing data with the Chinese government If the app is banned on January 19, 2025, users in the U.S. will have a new platform to create content on They are actively looking for a new platform. One of the most talked about options is Lemon8, TikTok’s sister app launching in the US and UK in 2023.
Lemon8 positions itself as a “lifestyle community” that includes elements of Instagram and Pinterest. The app offers a similar content recommendation algorithm, reminiscent of TikTok’s “For You” feed. However, unlike TikTok where it is easy to get followers, there are some complaints that it is difficult to get them. Background With TikTok potentially being blocked, American content creators are looking for a new platform like Lemon8 that has similar capabilities but lacks key features like TikTok Live.
The lack of functionality makes it difficult to monetize content on new platforms. Users also complain about low interest in content. Conclusion Although Lemon8 is a potential alternative to TikTok, the platform has some drawbacks. It’s hard to get followers, and the lack of live streaming can make the transition difficult for both users and content creators; TikTok’s fate remains uncertain, so Lemon8’s future depends on its ability to provide a competitive environment for its users.
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