In the 1800s, before modern bicycles, there was the penny farthing. It’s the iconic bike with one giant wheel up front and a tiny wheel in the back. You might not know that it caused hundreds of injuries. Eventually, the modern bike came along and was initially called the “safety bicycle.” So, why was the penny farthing so dangerous and what was the reason for the giant wheel in the first place?
Dangerous free Wi-Fi
Tempted to pop on the free public internet? Take my advice: Don’t do it.
😏 Didn’t take long: TikTok is back in the iPhone and Android app stores. The hiatus didn’t stop folks who used “sideloading” to install it from third-party sites (so dangerous!) or VPNs to fake their location. President Trump is set to make a decision about TT’s buyer before April 5.
2 wolves
That’s the entire “pack” of lab-grown dire wolves Colossal Laboratories has unleashed. Made with a gray wolf base, 14 tweaked genes and a heavy pour of Game of Thrones fanfic (named Ghost and Khaleesi). Some of the dire-specific genes were too dangerous to include. Frankly, if we can make French bulldogs, we can make anything.
400,000 products
On Amazon could put your life in danger. The U.S. government now says Amazon is responsible for dangerous products sold on its platform, including faulty carbon monoxide detectors and flammable PJs, and it has to inform you if you’ve bought one. Check your orders here.
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The increased risk of hemorrhoids if you scroll on your phone while on the toilet. A new survey found that prolonged scrolling sessions on the porcelain throne might be more dangerous than you think. Maybe it’s time to swap the TikTok binge for, I don’t know, getting off the toilet. What’s it called when you get a hemorrhoid in space? An assteroid. (That was a good one!)
When the cure is worse than the problem
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.
Stop annoying political texts
Cyber crooks are hiding behind legitimate-looking political messages to lead you to dangerous websites. I also get into online job scams, five signs your phone might be tapped, and how to rent a pool for your summer vacation.
The post office delivery scam
Did you get a text about a package from the post office or FedEx? Stop and think. This message could be a dangerous scam.
Ex-con man Frank Abagnale on AI
He’s one of the most famous imposters ever. Now, he says, artificial intelligence is going to bring on a whole new wave of scams. Plus, a dangerous selfie fail, social media sperm donors, and robberies on Facebook Marketplace.
The most dangerous PIN numbers
Think for a minute about your PIN. If you’re still using these numbers, it’s time to make a change.
ChatGTO-4o: Alluring, charming, and dangerous
Thanks to OpenAI, the movie “Her” is becoming a reality. Here’s what you need to know.
Why the overhyped solar flare story is dangerous
If you caught last week’s solar flare coverage, it was full of alarmist hype. Here’s my take on it.
Social media discovers Hitler
AI tools have made it easier than ever to alter history. Let’s talk about why this is dangerous.
Kids on social media make more dangerous decisions
Is your child on social? Here’s what you need to know.
Naked photo scam is spreading
There’s a dangerous new scam targeting teenage boys. Here’s what you need to know and how to protect them.
Don't sleep next to your phone - it could explode
It makes sense to charge your phone while you snooze. But here’s the reason it’s dangerous, in 60 seconds.
Another example of why TikTok is a danger to America
Do you have a dangerous spy tool for China on your phone? I give you the details, in 60 seconds.
Why Temu and Shein are dangerous
Give up your data for low prices? I tell you why that’s not worth in, in 60 seconds.
Web browser Opera makes a dangerous and diabolical comeback
Opera was one of the first free web browsers. Here’s why you need to delete the latest iterable right now, in 60 seconds.