Daily Tech Update

August 17, 2024

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Fake followers? Fake likes? The FTC is done playing around. I’ll tell you why the crackdown could mean big fines — or worse — for influencers and brands pulling these tricks.

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Another huge data breach — 2.9 billion records exposed, including Social Security numbers. Here are the quick steps you need to take right now to protect yourself.

August 16, 2024

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San Francisco is fed up with Waymo’s driverless cars causing chaos, and they’re planning to expand to cities nationwide. Don’t think it’s just their problem — your town could be next.

August 15, 2024

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Kroger might charge you more if you seem wealthy! They’re testing AI to hike prices for shoppers with expensive tastes.

August 14, 2024

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The home surveillance company revealed a data breach but is hiding the details. I’ll tell you why this should make you rethink who’s protecting your home.

August 13, 2024

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The couple is back with a new plan to protect kids from social media — but is it just an attention grab? Here’s the scoop. 

August 12, 2024

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A new wave of AI laptops from top brands like Dell, Lenovo, and Asus just hit the market. With a hefty price tag, are they really worth it?

August 11, 2024

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Got money stashed in Venmo or PayPal? Your funds might be more vulnerable than you think.

August 9, 2024

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What started as a way to dodge high cable bills has turned into a tangled mess of streaming subscriptions, each with its own costs. 

August 8, 2024

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You think the internet is a scary place for kids? It’s about to get worse. Big Tech’s latest “solution” to protect children could be even more dangerous than the problem.

August 7, 2024

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When you rant about that awful layover on social media, you’re painting a target on your back. Scammers are lurking, ready to cash in on your bad flight experience.

August 6, 2024

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A federal judge has ruled that Alphabet’s Google created an illegal monopoly by controlling almost all online searches. With around 90% market share, this decision could be a game-changer for Big Tech.

August 5, 2024

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The AI boom is here, but the big winners aren’t who you’d think. 

August 4, 2024

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You’d think a brand-new electric vehicle would be the latest and greatest, huh? Not always. Lots of them are already falling behind the curve.

August 3, 2024

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With the election nearing, foreign entities are spreading fake news online. Here’s how to stay sharp and protect yourself from propaganda.

August 2, 2024

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Feeling lonely? The new $99 AI necklace, Friend, is here to keep you company and ask you questions. Here’s my take on it.

August 1, 2024

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They’ve reported over 1,200 autopilot crashes in the past three years, including some fatal. Here’s the full story. 

July 31, 2024

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What happens if you buy a faulty product from a third-party seller on Amazon? You might think you’re out of luck, but not anymore. Amazon’s typical ‘not our problem’ stance just got a serious challenge.

July 30, 2024

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The search engine giant claims they’re filtering out political violence, but could there be more to the story? Get the scoop in this short podcast.

July 29, 2024

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Kids love playing Roblox online with their friends — it’s crazy popular. But now, adults with bad intentions are targeting children through it.

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