Keeping yourself safe online can be hard, with scams becoming more sophisticated over time. Here's how you should protect yourself, and your Apple account. — Cybercrime is a growing problem, with online denizens often at risk of account hacks, data breaches, and scams. With the continuing rise of data breaches, it's now becoming very easy for a scammer to get snippets of information that they can use against you.

How to keep your Apple account safe from scams

The Associated Press

NEW YORK (AP) — SIM-swapping is a growing form of identity theft that goes beyond hacking into an email or social media account. In this case, the thieves take over your phone number. Any calls or texts go to them, not to you. Any protections consumers enabled to secure...

One Tech Tip: Protecting yourself against SIM swapping

Apple has updates its support document with tips to avoid phishing scams and information about what to do if you receive suspicious emails, phone calls, or other messages. Be aware of recent smishing attacks targeting Apple IDs. Scammers are sending text messages urging users to enter their Apple ID credentials on a phony iCloud website.

Apple gives tips on avoiding phishing scams amid new SMS scam

A strong password often serves as the first line of defense against unauthorized access to your device and accounts. It’s essential to ensure all passwords are robust and secure. Weak passwords can be more easily guessed or cracked. Taking the time and effort today to set up strong passwords...

Protect Your Passwords from Hackers: Password Security Tips

The US Sun

HUNDREDS of Americans are eligible for part of a massive $6.49 million settlement that could result in tens of thousands of dollars being deposited in their bank accounts. Individuals that were impacted in a 2022 data breach are eligible to claim part of the large settlement. The settlement stems from...

Americans to get one-time $10,000 payment as company coughs up $6.49m for data breach – and you don’t need documentation

A few years ago, I wrote a guide to help people protect themselves, and understand that most of the companies you have an account with already offer you tools to take control of your accounts’ security, even before you contact them for help, which in some cases you still should do.

How to tell if your online accounts have been hacked

GOBankingRates

There are always unscrupulous individuals who would love to separate you from your hard-earned money. Not only that, they are always developing new ways to do so, as well as new twists on old scams....

I’m a Banking Expert: Here Are 4 Fraud Schemes You Should Be on the Lookout For

Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Why it matters: Experts say passwords cannot guarantee online security, yet they remain the primary pillar of most people's digital protection. That is why the recent posting of a database containing nearly 10 billion unique plaintext passwords has raised alarms in security circles. Here are some tips to determine if your password is among them and how to shore up your defenses.

A record 10 billion passwords were just posted to a popular hacking forum

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Alameda Post

California regulators just stopped AT&T from pulling the plug. California’s Public Utilities Commission on June 20 rejected AT&T’s application to stop providing landlines and other services in areas where there is no other option.

Still Need Your Landline?

I just paid $715.15 for a five-year subscription to McAfee Total Protection covering 20 devices. At least, that's what some unknown individual wants me to believe. Also: Do you still need to pay for antivirus software in 2024?. The news of my transaction came in the form of an email...

Did you get a fake McAfee invoice? How the scam works and 2 things you should never do

New York Post

Apple has released new guidance for iPhone users amid an alarming uptick in deceptive phishing scams.

The ploys occur when hackers “use sophisticated tactics to persuade you to hand over personal details,” according to the tech giant. 

Typically, scams come under the guise of emails imitating real companies, fake popup ads, and convincing phone calls known as “spoofing.”



The latter typically appears to be from a believable phone number and may falsely warn, for example, that your iCloud has been hacked and needs to be urgently resolved. In most cases, you will ultimately be sent to a phony website to share passwords...

Apple warns users to take these steps amid alarming uptick in phishing cyberattacks

The details of more than 600,000 bank cards around the world have been leaked on the dark web, according to a new report by cybersecurity company NordVPN. The research report uncovered that financial information “is being harvested from users through malware.”. This malicious software is designed “to infiltrate, damage,...

Over 600,000 Bank Card Details Leaked via Dark Web – Cybersecurity Report

Fake USDT transactions are a growing concern in the cryptocurrency world, posing risks to investors and undermining the trust in digital currencies. These counterfeit transactions mimic the real USDT (Tether), a popular stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, making them difficult to spot. Understanding the mechanics behind these fraudulent activities is crucial for anyone involved in the crypto space. From recognizing the signs of fake transactions to knowing how to protect your investments, awareness is your first line of defense. In this post, we'll unveil 17 eye-opening facts about fake USDT transactions that every crypto enthusiast should know. Whether you're a seasoned trader or new to the scene, these insights will equip you with the knowledge to navigate the crypto waters more safely.

17 Facts About Fake USDT

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Samsung is getting into the wearables game. The company had its annual Galaxy Unpacked event this week, where it debuted new models of its Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Fold phones and its new generation of wireless earbuds. It also unveiled more details about its $399 wearable smart ring to compete with Oura.

If you’re an AT&T customer, your data has likely been stolen

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Imagine a treasure trove of sensitive data brimming with the phone records of nearly every AT&T customer. Now, picture that trove spilling wide open, its contents snatched up by hackers and cybercriminals. This isn’t a scenario from a dystopian thriller – it’s the grim reality of AT&T’s latest data breach....

AT&T: ‘nearly all’ of your phone records were leaked in data breach

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Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

If the number of emails in your inbox just seems to tick up ominously day by day, maybe it’s time to try a new strategy. Laura Mae Martin is the executive productivity advisor at Google and author of Uptime, and her key to a productive inbox is simple: Sort it like laundry.

Email Clean Up Tips From the Experts

TheDailyBeast

Nearly every AT&T customer had their data leaked after hackers breached a third-party platform used by the telecommunications giant, according to an SEC filing made by the company on Friday. Between May 1, 2022 and Oct. 31, 2022 hackers were able to access the call and text records of approximately all 109 million AT&T customers, according to the Associated Press. “The data does not contain the content of calls or texts, personal information such as Social Security numbers, dates of birth, or other personally identifiable information,” the company said in a statement on Friday, adding that it also didn’t include...

Hackers Steal Nearly Every AT&T Customer’s Data

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How to protect your startup from email scams

An email containing a link that looks legitimate but is actually malicious remains one of the most dangerous yet successful tricks in a cybercriminal’s handbook and...

How to protect your startup from email scams

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