Privacy

Spotify gives parents new power to control what their kids hear on streaming platform

Tech October 24

Spotify gives parents new power to control what their kids hear on streaming platform

Spotify's managed accounts for kids under 13 now available in at least seven countries, allowing parents to filter and block explicit content and songs.

Cybercrime October 19

Discord confirms vendor breach exposed user IDs in ransom plot

Third-party security breach at Discord exposes sensitive user information including government IDs, highlighting cybersecurity risks from external service providers.

How a single MacBook compromise spread across a user’s Apple devices

Tech October 6

How a single MacBook compromise spread across a user’s Apple devices

Expert cybersecurity tips help Mac owners remove malware infections and strengthen defenses with antivirus software, password managers and system updates.

Starmer’s digital ID work requirement sparks uproar from UK's left and right

United Kingdom October 2

Starmer’s digital ID work requirement sparks uproar from UK's left and right

U.K.'s Jeremy Corbyn and Nigel Farage unite against Prime Minister Keir Starmer's compulsory digital ID cards in push to curb immigration.

Hacker exploits AI chatbot in cybercrime spree

Cybercrime September 13

Hacker exploits AI chatbot in cybercrime spree

Anthropic investigates alarming AI abuse case where hacker automated entire cybercrime campaign using Claude, stealing sensitive data from defense and healthcare firms.

Notorious people search site returns after massive breach

Privacy September 5

Notorious people search site returns after massive breach

The notorious people search site National Public Data relaunches despite a previous breach affecting 3 billion individuals, raising fresh privacy concerns.

Moving exposes your personal data to scammers

Cybercrime September 3

Moving exposes your personal data to scammers

Moving and downsizing expose seniors to identity theft and scams as data brokers collect real estate records and personal information to sell to criminals.

The truth behind those mysterious shipment emails in your inbox

Cybercrime August 21

The truth behind those mysterious shipment emails in your inbox

Receiving order confirmations for purchases you never made could mean your email address is being exploited in fraud operations targeting multiple retailers.

JD Vance 'directly' convinced UK to drop Apple backdoor data demand, protecting Americans' rights: US official

JD Vance August 20

JD Vance 'directly' convinced UK to drop Apple backdoor data demand, protecting Americans' rights: US official

Vice President JD Vance negotiated with the U.K. government to drop demands for Apple to provide backdoor access to encrypted user data and iCloud services.

Nearly a million patients hit by DaVita dialysis ransomware attack

Tech August 17

Nearly a million patients hit by DaVita dialysis ransomware attack

Kidney dialysis provider DaVita experienced a ransomware breach by the Interlock gang affecting 916,000 people in the second-largest U.S. healthcare attack of 2025.

Google confirms data stolen in breach by known hacker group

Tech August 16

Google confirms data stolen in breach by known hacker group

The ShinyHunters cybercriminal group breached Google's Salesforce system through vishing attacks, stealing business contact details and customer data.

Google AI email summaries can be hacked to hide phishing attacks

Tech August 15

Google AI email summaries can be hacked to hide phishing attacks

A security flaw in Google Workspace's Gemini AI enables cybercriminals to manipulate email summaries with invisible commands that bypass current protections.

Update your iPhone now: iOS 18.6 fixes 29 security flaws

Tech August 3

Update your iPhone now: iOS 18.6 fixes 29 security flaws

A new iOS 18.6 iPhone update fixes a passcode exposure bug, address bar spoofing and multiple memory corruption issues in quick, free security patch.

Tech August 1

Meta adds teen safety features to Instagram, Facebook

Meta removed over 600,000 predatory accounts from Instagram and Facebook while launching enhanced safety protections for teenage users on both platforms.

IPhone notes trick lets you message in secret

Tech August 1

IPhone notes trick lets you message in secret

Create private chat rooms using the iPhone Notes app collaboration feature with instant messaging capabilities and full control over conversation privacy.

Dior data breach exposes US customers’ personal information

Tech July 31

Dior data breach exposes US customers’ personal information

Luxury fashion brand Dior experienced a January 2025 data breach affecting customer personal information, and notifications were sent months after the discovery.

How to stop spam mail, political texts and email spam for good

Tech July 27

How to stop spam mail, political texts and email spam for good

Practical solutions for reducing unwanted charity mail, political texts and email spam by opting out of shared lists, replying "STOP" and using data removal services.

New Facebook scam starts with messages from a friend

Tech July 23

New Facebook scam starts with messages from a friend

Facebook scammers impersonated a woman to trick her friend into paying for a nonexistent grant. See the conversation transcript and eight ways to secure your account.

Bluetooth flaw exposes millions of premium headphones to spying

Tech July 20

Bluetooth flaw exposes millions of premium headphones to spying

Security researchers reveal vulnerabilities in Airoha Bluetooth chips affecting 29 audio devices from Sony, Bose and JBL that could expose personal data and enable eavesdropping.

Elmo hack exposes serious social media cybersecurity threats

Tech July 20

Elmo hack exposes serious social media cybersecurity threats

The hack of Elmo's verified X account posted hate speech, highlighting why no social media account is immune to attacks and providing key steps to secure your online presence.

Got a suspicious bank text? Here's how to tell if it's a scam

Tech July 18

Got a suspicious bank text? Here's how to tell if it's a scam

Learn to spot fake bank text messages with five warning signs of Chase phishing scams, including suspicious links and urgent deadlines designed to steal your account information.

Is Google Drive safe for backup? Pros and cons

Tech July 17

Is Google Drive safe for backup? Pros and cons

Explore Google Drive's strengths and weaknesses as a backup solution, including its encryption security, privacy concerns and comparison to dedicated backup tools.

The data broker opt-out steps every retiree should take today

Tech July 17

The data broker opt-out steps every retiree should take today

The $200 billion data broker industry tracks your personal details across websites, posing privacy risks that can be mitigated through data removal services.

Landline identity theft leads to major bank fraud

Tech July 16

Landline identity theft leads to major bank fraud

Scammers use number porting to take control of outdated landlines still connected to financial accounts, bypassing two-factor authentication to steal funds while avoiding detection.

5 steps to protect your finances from family scams

Tech July 13

5 steps to protect your finances from family scams

Family fraud endangers seniors when relatives exploit their trust, but removing personal data online and monitoring identity can prevent financial harm to aging parents.

Google fixes another Chrome security flaw being actively exploited

Tech July 11

Google fixes another Chrome security flaw being actively exploited

Chrome users need to update their browsers immediately as Google addresses a critical vulnerability that hackers are actively exploiting. Additional security measures are recommended.

Social Security Administration phishing scam targets retirees

Tech July 6

Social Security Administration phishing scam targets retirees

Social Security phishing scams use urgency and impersonation to steal personal data. Learn how to spot fake SSA emails and implement 10 protective measures.

120,000 fake sites fuel Amazon Prime Day scams

Tech July 5

120,000 fake sites fuel Amazon Prime Day scams

Amazon Prime Day shoppers face threats from 120,000-plus scam websites as cybercriminals prepare phishing traps and malware ahead of the July sales event.

Is your phone hacked? How to tell and what to do

Tech July 4

Is your phone hacked? How to tell and what to do

Signs your phone might be hacked include strange behavior, unauthorized texts, battery drain and pop-ups, while protection involves updating software and avoiding public Wi-Fi.

How to detect fake Amazon emails and avoid impersonation scams

Tech July 2

How to detect fake Amazon emails and avoid impersonation scams

Protect yourself from Amazon phishing scams by spotting red flags like suspicious sender addresses and spelling errors while using Amazon's Message Center to verify communications.