Waymo says the vehicle was confused by construction signs and stayed in the oncoming lane for 30 seconds because “it was blocked from navigating back into the correct lane.” Luckily, no one was hurt.
Suspect a cheater? Playing detective could land you in jail
I’m sad to say cheating is a pretty common occurrence. In one survey that just landed in my inbox, more than one in three of 5,000 participants admitted to cheating on their partner. Over 40% have been cheated on. Whatever happened to commitment?
Let’s shine a light on cheating in the U.S., what sleuthing methods can get you into trouble and how to tell if your sweetie is tapping your phone or worse. I am getting so many questions about this. It’s crazy!
The United States of snooping
The survey (commissioned by an online casino site, of all things) looked at the most common techniques Americans use to spy on a suspected cheater. The methods, uh, kinda work. Almost 13% of those surveyed said their snooping led to proof of infidelity.
It’s not just ladies playing Sherlock Holmes. One in 10 men admitted to stalking a partner to confirm cheating.
- When it comes to state-specific cheating data, Alaska holds the title of the biggest snoopers. Over half of Alaskans surveyed (54.5%) admitted they digitally spy on their partners. Many of them (45.5%) also track their location online.
- Vermont followed close behind, with 44.4% of respondents admitting to snooping.
- Rhode Island came in third at 43.8%. Many Rhode Islanders (37.5%) also said they decided to stay with their partner despite their cheating ways.
Looking to move to a state that doesn’t spy on suspected cheaters? North Dakota is your best bet. Zero respondents from the state said they played detective on a partner. Utah and West Virginia also had a relatively low snooper count.
The price of catching a cheater
Wondering how most people catch a cheater red-handed? Here are the top five spying methods:
- Tracked location online (Find My iPhone or other online method) – 21.8%
- Checked their social media accounts – 18.2%
- Checked mobile records or bills – 16.6%
- Checking their pockets and going through their things – 16.5%
- Tracked location physically – 9.8%
Installing spyware on a partner’s phone came in at No. 9, with 2.3% of respondents claiming to have done it. Word to the wise: Just because others do it doesn’t mean you should.
Placing spyware on someone else’s phone could lead to massive legal trouble — even prison time, depending on where you live. The apps are major privacy violators.
6 signs your phone is on its last legs
There are two kinds of people: Those who upgrade to new devices anytime something shiny catches their eye and those who wait until their beloved gadgets finally bite the dust before upgrading.
When it comes to phones, there are warning signs yours is on the way out. My recommendation: Save your money and wait till you can say “Yes” to most of the tells on this list before buying a new one.
All signs point to yes: Want to find out if you’re a data breach victim at this very moment? Here’s one option — and another. Type in your email address to check.
Get rid of stalkerware
Is someone using software to secretly tracking your phone? Here’s how to spot the signs.
🙏 Holy shroud: A blood analysis of the Shroud of Turin might back the biblical story of Jesus’ crucifixion. An engineer used modern tech on samples from the 1970s and found signs of organ failure, trauma, disease and radiation. The blood contained earthen materials typically found in Jerusalem. Isn’t this amazing?!
5 signs of a hacked webcam
You look at your PC or Mac and notice the webcam light is on. But wait, you haven’t even opened your camera.
Hackers or even some creepy admins in a chat room can remotely take over webcams. Terrifying.
5 signs your security camera was hacked and steps to prevent it
When setting up a home security system, you must password-protect your Wi-Fi and set up two-factor authentication (2FA). Hackers could take over your home network if you don’t take these precautions.
Safeguards like these can help stop a digital home invasion. Hackers are increasingly breaking into home security cameras, taunting and extorting people. A security oversight on your part could open the floodgates for a criminal to launch a reign of terror on you and your family.
5 words to spot AI content
It’s becoming tougher to tell if an article was written by a human or an AI. So how can you figure it out? Look for these key signs to help you spot the difference.
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.
Say “No way” to Waymo: A Phoenix police officer pulled over a self-driving Waymo veering into oncoming traffic. Waymo says the vehicle was confused by the construction signs. Nobody got hurt. Check out the video here.
🥵 He’s lucky he didn’t get boiled alive for a social media pic: A 21-year-old tourist at Yellowstone National Park got seven days in jail and a $1,500 fine for trying to sneak a close-up of the world’s largest geyser. He blew past all the warning signs and got within 15 feet of Steamboat Geyser’s steam vent. What a dope.
Signs of a SIM swap attack
Is your phone suddenly not working? It might be scammers hijacking your number. Here’s how to protect yourself with a simple PIN setup.
Clock ticking: TikTok’s future took a huge hit this past week, with the House voting 352-65 to ban the Communist China app. Cue the chaos as small-biz folks, teachers, activists and young people hit the Capitol, waving signs about TikTok’s “crucial” role in our economy and public life (paywall link). The bill still needs to be passed by the Senate.
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2 signs you're getting AirTag stalked
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3 signs of an AI voice scam
Get a call from your child panicking? Here’s how to tell if it’s a scam or not, in 60 seconds.
How much free storage should you have on your computer?
If your computer is slow, check its hard drive. You may need to clear storage space to make your PC run more smoothly. Simply put, your device needs a certain amount of free space to work correctly.
How much free space your computer needs will depend on the brand and model. We’ll give you details in this tech tip. In the meantime, you should also look for signs that your hard drive is failing. Watch for things like strange sounds.
5 signs a hidden GPS tracker on your car
Are you hearing strange sounds from your car’s wheel well? In just 60 seconds, I’ll reveal the telltale signs of a hidden tracker in your vehicle.