Category Archives: Privacy

Be Careful When Scanning QR Codes – Here’s Why; Godfather malware is now hijacking legitimate banking apps; Google’s new update lets you have a real voice chat with Search… and More!

Be Careful When Scanning QR Codes – Here’s Why; Godfather malware is now hijacking legitimate banking apps; Google’s new update lets you have a real voice chat with Search… and More! Every day, we scan the tech world for interesting news, sometimes from outside the tech world. Every Thursday, we feature news articles that grabbed our attention… Read More »

TSA Warns Smartphone Users About Juice Jacking – Here’s How to Protect Yourself

TSA Warns Smartphone Users About Juice Jacking – Here’s How to Protect Yourself It’s summer, and the travel season has begun. Many of you will be flying somewhere this summer. You’re at the airport, your phone’s battery is on its last leg, and you finally spot an open public USB charging port. You plug in, eager for a… Read More »

Don’t Get Hooked: The Four Biggest Scam Threats and How to Avoid Them

Don’t Get Hooked: The Four Biggest Scam Threats and How to Avoid Them If you own a smartphone, tablet, or computer, then you probably already know that scams are everywhere. They evolve constantly, making it tough to keep up. But by understanding the common tricks scammers use, you can become your own best defense. Here are four… Read More »

AI that matches or surpasses most human capabilities coming by 2030; Hackers using AI-made voice messages to impersonate US officials; Google to make AI Glasses with Warby Parker; and More!

AI that matches or surpasses most human capabilities coming by 2030; Hackers using AI-made voice messages to impersonate US officials; Google to make AI Glasses with Warby Parker; and More! Every day, we scan the tech world for interesting news, sometimes from outside the tech world. Every Thursday, we feature news articles that grabbed our attention over… Read More »

Report and Fight Scams Using the BBB Scam Tracker

Report and Fight Scams Using the BBB Scam Tracker The Better Business Bureau’s (BBB) Scam Tracker is a free online resource that empowers consumers to fight fraud. Here’s a breakdown of its strengths and weaknesses: With over 70,000 scam reports in 2024 alone, Scam Tracker offers a large database of real-world experiences to learn from. Users can… Read More »

Google’s Free Dark Web Monitoring Helps You Protect Your Online Identity

Google’s Free Dark Web Monitoring Helps You Protect Your Online Identity Keeping your personal information safe online is an ongoing battle. Data breaches happen all the time, and your email address, password, or other personal details could end up for sale on the dark web. Google is offering a free tool to every Gmail account holder to… Read More »

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