Category Archives: Scams

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 »

Saturday Bonus Questions and Answers – 051725

Saturday Bonus Questions and Answers – 051725 It’s a typical May here in the Great Lakes; steamy one day, chilly the next. Bring a jacket just in case. And, of course, it’s Saturday, and you know what that means! It is time for another Saturday Bonus Questions & Answers edition. Sometimes, the best tips and tricks are… Read More »

FBI says these 13 old internet routers are vulnerable to attacks; The Geek Squad scam is back; Beware: This Social Security Scam Installs Remote Access Malware on Your PC, and More!

FBI says these 13 old internet routers are vulnerable to attacks; The Geek Squad scam is back; Beware: This Social Security Scam Installs Remote Access Malware on Your PC, 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 »

Saturday Bonus Questions and Answers – 051025

Saturday Bonus Questions and Answers – 051025 It’s almost mid-May. The days are getting longer and warmer, and winter’s dark days and icy grip are just a memory. And, of course, it’s Saturday, and you know what that means! It is time for another Saturday Bonus Questions & Answers edition. Sometimes, the best tips and tricks are… Read More »

Warning to All 1.8bn Gmail Users Over Password Hack; 5 Ways to Know Your Google Account Password Has Been Compromised; AI Has a Problem – It’s Hallucinating, and More!

Warning to All 1.8bn Gmail Users Over Password Hack; 5 Ways to Know Your Google Account Password Has Been Compromised; AI Has a Problem – It’s Hallucinating, 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 the… Read More »

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