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2.8 million hit in frightening scareware attack that holds your browser hostage — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are using a new browser-locking scareware attack to trick potential victims into calling them for help.

That peace sign you do in your selfies could let AI steal your fingerprints for scammers — here’s how
By Elton Jones published
A security expert warns that taking a high-res selfie that displays you doing a peace sign could expose you to scammers who can use AI to steal your fingerprint.

Forget bank accounts — why you should be more terrified of a ChatGPT chat history leak
By Amanda Caswell published
What happens if your ChatGPT history leaks? As AI becomes more personal, many users fear exposing their private thoughts more than their bank accounts.

Best outdoor security cameras in 2026: expert tested and rated
By Mike Prospero last updated
The best outdoor security cameras for keeping tabs on your home and yard.

9 major Android upgrades just announced ahead of Google I/O, including Gemini Intelligence, 3D emojis and better iPhone compatibility
By Sanuj Bhatia published
From Gemini Intelligence to new emojis, here are the most important Android updates Google announced ahead of I/O 2026.

Is your personal information public? The simple step to securing your privacy online
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to remove your personal information from data broker sites, to keep yourself safe online.

Save yourself $100 or more a year: These security cameras and video doorbells don't require a subscription
By Mike Prospero published
Subscriptions for video doorbells and security cameras can cost upwards of $100 per year. These cameras are just as good — and don't require a subscription.

Android alert: 7 million users downloaded ‘stalking’ apps that were actually scams
By Scott Younker published
28 apps downloaded million of times claimed to show the call history of any number but they were actually scams in disguise.
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