Hackers love an unlocked computer. Here’s the Bluetooth-powered way to make your PC or Mac protect itself.
Free cloud storage made easy
Are all your drives full? You don’t have to pay for extra storage. In this AI podcast, find out what you actually get from Google, Apple, and Amazon. Then, Meta’s new AI ad trap, the massive Salesforce hack, and why your Ring camera watches more than your porch.
Digital clues in Palisades Fire
Police say an Uber driver and ChatGPT left the key evidence. How tech exposed a modern-day firestarter.
Protect your face from AI fakes
OpenAI’s Sora 2 lets you build a digital version of yourself for videos, ads, and social posts. Cool idea … until your AI twin ends up in the wrong hands.
AI is quietly blacklisting job seekers
About 9 in 10 recruiters use AI to scan resumes. If you used AI to write yours, you could be flagged as dishonest or unqualified.
The passport stamp is history
Your next European trip won’t come with a passport stamp. Soon, travelers will face high-tech border kiosks that scan your face, fingerprints, and passport.
Hollywood’s newest star isn’t human
Tilly Norwood looks like a rising A-lister, but she’s entirely AI. Agents are already pitching her for brand deals, while actors call her a threat to their jobs. Plus: ChatGPT gets apps, cars launch flaming batteries, and your Wi-Fi can now track your pulse.
AI-powered side hustles
Turn your creativity into cash with AI! Learn how to start your own AI-powered T-shirt side hustle from home, no design skills required. Then, things get serious with the rise of fileless viruses and how to protect your devices from next-gen malware that hides in plain sight. Plus, the latest buzz on Elon Musk crypto scams, falling Starlink satellites, and ChatGPT’s new shopping feature.
Gen Z tech rewind
Gen Z is ditching do-it-all smartphones for flip phones, CD players, and even cassette tapes. Find out why old-school tech is back in style and how stars like Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter are cashing in. Don’t toss that dusty Walkman yet, it might be worth more than you think!
Tech myths we can’t stop repeating
Think you know tech? Three myths everyone believes about cameras, batteries, and the dark web could be costing you more than you realize.
The Singularity
The next big thing is not a gadget or an app. It’s The Singularity. A moment when AI networks wake up, connect, and change life on Earth forever. Here’s what you need to know.
Beware of “pixie dust”
Pixie Dust is a decade old Wi‑Fi exploit that can crack your router in seconds and most devices are still vulnerable. Researchers found only 4 of 24 devices patched and seven never updated.
Who gets the ticket?
Driverless cars are hitting the roads in major cities, but when they break traffic laws, police are left scratching their heads. Who gets the ticket when there’s no driver behind the wheel?
Bring an old laptop back to life
Got an old laptop or PC? Don’t toss it. Install Chrome OS Flex and bring it back to life for free with minimal hassle.
Are baby monitors really safe from hackers?
I talk to Adam from Boston, a new dad who wants to buy a video baby monitor but also wants to make sure he’s the only one watching it. Then, how Cracker Barrel went from the fastest-growing chain to dead last because of fake outrage. Plus, the future of driving isn’t touch screens, the government’s $42 billion internet money pit, and an influencer who almost lost his finger to his smart ring.
Art heists, redacted documents and iPads … Oh my!
I talk to David from Gainesville, Florida, who was looking for advice to beef up his business but ended up spilling the tea on a wild unsolved mystery. Then, how that tracker on your cat could double as the perfect stalking device. Plus, why your computer may be headed for the garbage, Microsoft’s debut in the world of fashion, and why you’ll be seeing more iPads on college football sidelines this season.
Should you ever unlock your phone for a stranger?
Baylor from Knoxville, Tennessee, wants to know if it was a bad idea to hand her mom’s unlocked phone to a retail repairman. Then, how one ‘ghost car’ caused chaos on the road while another rolled straight across a putting green. Plus, some car manufacturers are locking features like heated seats and remote start behind monthly paywalls.
Did MrBeast finally go too far?
Viral thrills or reckless danger? MrBeast’s latest video is both literally and figuratively sparking outrage. Then, Google admits it caved to daily White House pressure to censor opinions. Plus, kids aren’t passing notes in the hallway anymore, instead, they’re using Google Docs.
Your computer’s about to be worthless
Microsoft is ending Windows 10 support on October 14, leaving over 400 million PCs vulnerable. Without costly extended updates, students and small businesses face tough choices on security and upgrades.
Stop being a pushover with ChatGPT
Always the peacemaker? You’ve been running an unpaid role as everyone’s feelings manager. Here’s how ChatGPT can help you stay calm, clear, and in control without burning out.