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Flock surveillance spreads across the South as red-state lawmakers seek to ax '1984'-style tracking tools

July 28, 2026

Flock surveillance spreads across the South as red-state lawmakers seek to ax '1984'-style tracking tools

West Virginia's Freedom Caucus seeks to ban Flock Safety cameras statewide, calling automated license plate readers a Fourth Amendment violation.

What your internet provider, websites and advertisers see

July 28, 2026

What your internet provider, websites and advertisers see

Your internet provider, websites and advertisers can track your browsing activity even without you posting online. Here's how to limit what they see.

What to look for in antivirus software without the jargon

July 27, 2026

What to look for in antivirus software without the jargon

A simple antivirus checklist covers real-time protection, malware and ransomware defense, firewall tools and scam detection without technical jargon.

AI wearable watches you to predict what you need

July 27, 2026

AI wearable watches you to predict what you need

The iKairos AI wearable features an inward-facing camera and voice detection to anticipate your needs, raising significant privacy questions.

CrashStealer Mac malware steals passwords and wallets

July 21, 2026

CrashStealer Mac malware steals passwords and wallets

CrashStealer Mac malware uses a signed Werkbit installer and fake password prompt to steal Keychain data, browser credentials and cryptocurrency wallets.

HalluSquatting AI attack could hijack your computer

July 18, 2026

HalluSquatting AI attack could hijack your computer

HalluSquatting exploits AI coding assistants that hallucinate fake repository names, letting attackers register those names and deliver malware.

Apple AirDrop, Android Quick Share flaws put phones at risk

July 16, 2026

Apple AirDrop, Android Quick Share flaws put phones at risk

Six new vulnerabilities in AirDrop and Quick Share could let nearby hackers exploit your phone in airports, coffee shops and crowded venues.

You paid for it. So why is your device showing ads?

July 15, 2026

You paid for it. So why is your device showing ads?

Samsung Family Hub refrigerator ads, Jeep dashboard messages and Windows 11 lock screen promotions are turning paid devices into billboards.

Before you connect another smart TV, tablet or phone, lock it down

July 14, 2026

Before you connect another smart TV, tablet or phone, lock it down

Smart TVs ship with ACR enabled by default, tracking everything you watch. A 10-step checklist covers privacy settings, VPN setup and guest wifi.

Fake VA shoe offer targets veterans

July 10, 2026

Fake VA shoe offer targets veterans

A fake flyer promising free athletic shoes uses VA branding and real phone numbers to trick veterans into sharing sensitive personal information.