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184 million accounts just leaked, yours could be next
Hackers just hit a massive jackpot: 184 million accounts across Apple, Google and Microsoft were exposed in a sweeping data breach. I’m talking email addresses, usernames, passwords, device info (the whole buffet), now up for grabs on the dark web.
Before you say, “I’m safe, I use strong passwords,” or “I’ve never been hacked,” take a second to think. These weren’t obscure services. This breach hit the biggest names in tech. Household-name-level oopsie.
If your login credentials got caught in the cross fire, hackers are already trying to use them to break into your other accounts.
The hidden risk
It’s so easy to click “Save Password” in Chrome, Safari or Edge. But if your browser can autofill your logins, so can anyone else with access to your device. Hackers know this. That convenient feature could be the weakest link in your entire digital life.
Google and Apple both offer built-in password managers. But are you really comfortable trusting the same companies that monetize your data with your most sensitive logins?
Here’s what makes this breach different
This was a perfect storm for credential stuffing. That’s when criminals take one exposed password and try logging into thousands of other accounts. If you’ve ever reused a password, you’re vulnerable.
Your Netflix password might not seem like a big deal, until they use that same password to drain your PayPal or breach your health records. So go change all your passwords. I’ll wait.
Here’s what I do
✅ Use a real password manager, not your browser. I trust NordPass. It stores your logins securely using zero-knowledge encryption. Even NordPass can’t see what’s in your vault. Only you can.
✅ Every login gets a strong, unique password. At least 16 characters, full of symbols, numbers and randomness. NordPass handles all that for me and autofills across every device.
I can’t put my finger on it
🧽 Oh, it’s that mess. Let’s fix that.
- Reach those high ceiling fans with a reusable duster (6% off).
- From showers to windshields, a squeegee (32% off) handles it all.
- Gum under your desk? This scraper ($12) cuts through old gunk.
- Keep your pet’s gums healthy with a finger toothbrush kit ($7).
- Slip on these gloves ($13) when you’d rather not touch … that.
💅 Dirty nails? Grab this fingernail brush ($10) for a quick DIY pedicure or manicure.
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Meetings now come with surveillance
It doesn’t bother me anymore, but it used to. Maybe it’s happened to you. You’re in a Zoom call, wearing pajama bottoms, and someone casually says, “Oh, my AI assistant is taking notes of everything everyone is saying.”
🏠 Your home could be stolen through a scam! Fraudsters can forge your name on the title and take out loans using your equity. Protect your home with Home Title Lock and get a 14-day free trial with code KIM.
🧨 Military-tech frenemies: Meta and its exiled VR golden boy Palmer Luckey are now building souped-up VR headsets for the U.S. Army. It’s part rebrand, part redemption arc and fully dystopian. Move over, Xbox Live, tactical goggles now have patch notes.
Four jobs AI can’t replace
It’s not coming for everything. Here are careers where humans still rule.
500,000
That’s how many more home sellers there are than buyers right now. It’s the biggest seller surplus Redfin has ever recorded, including 2020 when no one was even sure if open houses were legal. Florida’s feeling the heat with six of the top 10 buyer’s markets, but sellers everywhere might want to start adjusting expectations and maybe listing prices.
📂 Open files fast: Press Ctrl + O (Windows) or Command + O (Mac) to instantly launch the file dialog in most programs. Even better? Select multiple files and use this shortcut to open them all at once. It’s a real time-saver.
Three easy ways to document your road trip
Don’t let your trip photos disappear into your camera roll. Try these simple tips to organize, share and remember every stop.
👋🏻 Fakespot shuts July 1: Amazon’s fake review detector, Fakespot, is officially going offline July 1, 2025. The Chrome extension will stop working, and the devs say it’s been a ride. If you’re ready to break up cleanly, here’s how to uninstall it (highly recommended). Pouring one out for the plug-in that saved me from hundreds of fake reviews.
Let the games begin
🎉 Here’s what you need to keep the good times rolling.
- Level up with a gaming controller ($56) that’s fast and smooth.
- A Toniebox speaker (30% off) tells kids’ bedtime stories and more.
- Help your child learn to swim with a back belt floater (18% off).
- Fetch! This oddly shaped dog ball ($8) bounces in some cool ways.
- Watch your cat chase this laser cat toy ($25) in random directions.
🧸 Catch ’em all: Toss your kid’s stuffed animals into a hanging net ($29) for later.
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Your new go-to therapist? ChatGPT
Therapy costs a pretty penny, so people are turning to AI to deal with their emotions. Plus, Google Photos can now erase your ex, fake toll road scams are everywhere, and the latest (questionable) prediction for the end of the world. Oh, and Starlink Wi-Fi is coming to your next flight.
40-foot submarine-hunting drone
The “BlueWhale” uses special sensors to spot underwater and surface threats, and can help clear mines. The cool bit? It’s fully autonomous and runs on batteries for weeks. Basically, a Roomba’s scarier cousin with serious military vibes.
👾 Farming pays: Roblox’s new super-hit Grow a Garden has sparked a black market for digital fruit. People are flipping dragonflies and polar bears for $200+ despite it violating Roblox rules. Gamers are basically becoming produce smugglers. It’s Farmville meets Wall Street. Congrats to the guy who sold a few tomatoes to pay his paid rent.
🔒 Garage security trick: Thieves can hack garage door openers, but there’s a clever fix. Use a smart plug to cut power to the opener. It’s like two-factor authentication when you’re away. Here’s a four-pack ($21% off). Need to open it late? Just turn the plug back on with a voice command or your app.
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Bitcoin millionaire kidnapped in NYC — May 31st, Hour 1
Crypto bragging rights aren’t worth 17 days as a hostage. Plus, LexisNexis data breach, how to spot digital cheaters, and Paul from Missouri wants to turn his 3D-printed puzzle hobby into a hit YouTube channel.
Father’s Day flex
🎁 For the dad who says he “doesn’t need anything.”
- Muscle knots? This massage gun (30% off) helps him chill.
- A set of fresh cologne (33% off) packs four bold scents.
- This hairbrush ($21) keeps his beard looking sharp.
- Get him a multitool ($10) that’s part knife, part screwdriver.
- These rolling grill baskets ($24) are a must for any BBQ.
🛒 Two weeks to shop: Check out my Ultimate Father’s Day Gift List for more picks he’ll want to use.
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📱 Android app fix: If an app keeps crashing or acting up, try clearing its cache. Go to Settings > Apps, pick the app, then tap Storage & cache (or Storage) and hit Clear cache. Very important: Don’t select Clear data. It will delete your settings, log you out and reset the app to default.
Microsoft alert: Starting in June, you won’t be able to save new passwords in their Authenticator app. By July, it’ll stop autofilling passwords and delete saved payment info. Come August, all stored passwords will be wiped. Why? Microsoft’s moving password management to the Edge browser. I’m still not making the switch.