That’s what YouTuber MegaLad calls the coupon browser extension Honey, which PayPal bought for $4 billion in 2020. He says they’ve been deceiving shoppers and influencers for years by ignoring coupon options and hijacking links through sneaky pop-ups. While I am researching to see if this is true, I uninstalled Honey and you should, too. I’ll let you know what I find out.
Security tip: Next time you stay at a hotel, turn on your VPN
Did you know the average American spends more than 24 hours each week online? That is a considerable chunk of time.
If you’re one of many with multiple devices regularly accessing the internet, you probably know you need a secure connection to protect sensitive data. A virtual private network or VPN is the best way to do this.
But VPNs aren’t just crucial for protecting your home IP address. Here’s why Kim won’t ever leave home without our sponsor, ExpressVPN.
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Unrestricted access to all of your favorite content
After a long day of sightseeing, sometimes all you want to do is head back to your hotel room, pull up YouTube on your laptop and watch the latest video from your favorite cooking channel.
How to get your hacked Facebook back
A woman’s Facebook got hacked, and after trying everything, she finally got it back. We’ll tell you how. Plus, a social media power couple divorces, 1,000 people caught on creepy hidden cams, and a YouTuber livestreams his month in solitary confinement.
Adult diaper influencer: You read that right. It’s 27-year-old YouTuber Bumble Pree, who has trouble controlling her bladder as a result of multiple sclerosis. Her two diaper companies, InControl and Rearz, make options with trendy designs like kawaii-style cats and unicorns. Their ads feature cute gals in crop tops. The adult diaper biz is set to hit $24 billion by 2030. Hooray, I wrote all that without making a poop joke!
The YouTuber who keeps breaking records
Mr. Beast hosted a global competition that millions probably agree is cooler than the Olympics. The winner (I won’t spoil it) took home a gold medal worth $250,000.
“The biggest influencer scam of all time”: That’s what YouTuber MegaLad calls the coupon browser extension Honey, which PayPal bought for $4 billion in 2020. He says they’ve been deceiving shoppers and influencers for years by ignoring coupon options and hijacking links through sneaky pop-ups. Watch the vid here. While I’m researching to see if this is true, I uninstalled Honey and you should, too. I’ll let you know what I find out.
MrBeast breaks the internet
His channel has more than 300 million subscribers, making him the most subscribed YouTuber in the world. What’s the key to his meteoric rise? Plus, X allows porn, don’t try this castor oil TikTok trend, and watch out for the latest scammer tricks.
MrBeast hits 300M subscribers
No other YouTuber has ever done this before. In other news, hackers stole 193 million Ticketmaster barcodes, and Airbnb has a hidden-cam problem. Plus, NASA’s heat maps show ground temperatures reaching 160 degrees in Phoenix.
MrBeast broke the YouTube record
His channel has more than 270 million subscribers, making him the most subscribed YouTuber in the world. What’s the key to his meteoric rise? Plus, X allows porn, don’t try this castor oil TikTok trend, and watch out for the latest scammer tricks.
Peeping Tom caught in the act
Target shoppers saw him slip a phone under a woman’s dress (ew). Plus, get updates on the TikTok ban, dark web blackmail, and a major ground beef recall. We also talk with popular YouTuber Kitboga about taking on scammers by wasting their time.
YouTuber cracks cold case, transparent TVs & AI small biz tips
Plus, I continue with the best of CES 2024. We’ve got everything from Samsung’s ultra-flexible flip phone to a smart cat door that keeps out rats. You won’t want to miss these. Want to make more while spending less? I’ve got the lowdown on Facebook’s Buy Nothing groups and a unique tip: turn your backyard into a money-making dog park!
Henry Kissinger on AI, ChatGPT cyberattack warning & lawmakers sue Meta
Plus, thousands watch YouTuber Brian Christopher win (or lose) big on slots. I talk to him about how he’s turned this into a big business. All the deets on Hyundai’s anti-theft tech update. Get tips to boost your phone’s battery and snag Amazon deals. And meet iPad winner Ross — he got 100+ referrals to our newsletter, and shares his secret!
Runway star
YouTuber Kevin Ray records airplanes takeoff from the Los Angeles International Airport. And he’s a huge hit. Thousands watch hours of his airline vids.
Creating a ball that's impossible to hit
Wiffle Ball is an entertaining game many people remember playing when they were kids. But what if a ball was designed that is impossible to hit? That’s exactly what this popular YouTuber did, and it’s pretty amazing.
Crashing an airplane for YouTube views
YouTuber Trevor Jacob crashed his plane for a sponsorship deal. Was it a bad idea? I give you the details in this 60-second podcast.
Genius way to get back at package thieves
Every year, one YouTuber takes it upon himself to fight back against porch pirates. He creates an incredibly complex device disguised as an actual package that not only sprays the would-be criminal with super-fine glitter but also invades their space with a ton of foul-smelling spray. This year he took it one step further.
A YouTuber tells kids how to commit suicide
YouTube has been in the news lately and it hasn’t been too good. First, it was people leaving comments promoting child pornography. Now, it’s videos promoting suicide? Kim looks at the latest story about YouTube and what it means to parents and kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices