Hay, watch out

Hay, watch out: Drought-hit states are seeing a rise in fake hay and horse ads, with scammers swiping photos from social media to lure in buyers. They ask for payment upfront via wire transfers or prepaid cards, then they vanish. Tip: Always see your online listings in person before shelling out.

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Voice-cloning scams are terrifying - Know what to look for

Not long ago, a woman named Robin was sleeping beside her husband, Steve. They live in Brooklyn with their two young kids. No, this isn’t the setup for a joke. It’s the setup for a nightmare scam that’s happening everywhere right now.

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3 secret uses for your home security system

You buy a home security system to defend against thieves, but there are more threats than just masked robbers outside your home. Garages, sheds, other outside buildings, and vehicles parked long-term can be just as much of a draw to crooks as your main house. To fully protect your home, you’ll need to know some of the best-hidden home security secrets.

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Trivia

The surge protector — that appliance-saving power strip — was invented in 1970. What was its official name back then? Was it … A.) Zap Trap, B.) Power Devourer, C.) Watt Wad or D.) Shock Block?

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60% of site traffic could disappear thanks to Google’s Gen AI Search

Alarming stuff for anyone who relies on search traffic to make money. Expect a lot of sites to shut down. Consider subscribing to publications you want to stick around. A great place to start: Support our work by joining the Komando Community. Thank you!

You forgot your password again

Before you hit “Forgot password,” check if the password is hidden on your computer. Your best bet is your web browser’s list of saved passwords.

On Google Chrome:

  • Click the three-dot icon in the upper-right corner, then Settings.
  • Click Autofill and passwords from the left-hand panel, followed by Google Password Manager.
  • Scroll through your list of saved accounts until you find the one you’re looking for. Click the eye icon to make the password visible. You’ll need to enter your system credentials to verify it’s you.

On Apple Safari:

  • Click Safari from the menu bar at the top of the screen, then Preferences > Passwords.
  • Enter your system password if needed, then scroll the list till you find it. Click the three-dot icon to make it visible.

$1.3B lost to scammers impersonating government or tech support

That’s up sevenfold since 2019. People like to think scams are an “older” person’s problem, but only 40% of those scammed are over the age of 60. We all have to be on guard.

93% diagnostic accuracy for ear infections from AI

Imagine being able to quickly scan your kiddo (or yourself) at home. An app created by doctors at the University of Pittsburgh that isn’t on the market yet can do it. But don’t worry — as soon as it is, I’ll make sure you’re the first to know.

$10 per month is the most common price for subscription apps

No kidding, $29.99 is the most common rate for annual and three-month subs. If you’re considering a three-month app subscription, check the annual rate! It might be the same.

$750M in stock will be available when Reddit IPOs

Shares will be priced at $31 to $34, and get this: The 75,000 most loyal posters and moderators will get first dibs. Let’s see if we have another GameStop situation or if Redditors will buy the stock for keeps.

Trivia

An “aficionado” is an enthusiast — like you and I are tech aficionados! But originally, the word referred to an enthusiast of a particular type of entertainment. Was it … A.) Opera, B.) Bullfighting, C.) Puppet shows or D.) Wrestling?

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