Tech/Gear

Your 401(k) might be one of the most valuable things you've got. And scammers are well aware of this. So, while you're focused on building a nest egg, they're out there coming up with new ways to take it from right under you. The tricky part is that most of us don't check our 401(k) accounts all that often, which makes it harder to spot unusual charges. And that gives […]

Skechers is stepping into the smart shoe game. Its latest kids' trainers include a hidden slot for an Apple AirTag, letting parents track their child's shoe location using Apple's Find My app. Priced at between $52 and $58, these sneakers aim to offer a modern mix of comfort and digital oversight. But while the tech feels reassuring, there's more to consider than just being able to spot your child's sneakers […]

What looks like a simple "Are you human?" check is now one of the most dangerous tricks on the internet. Fake captchas have evolved into full-blown malware launchpads, thanks to a sneaky new method called ClickFix. It copies commands to your clipboard and tricks you into running them, without ever downloading a file.This shift in attack tactics is so big that researchers are calling it "CAPTCHAgeddon." It's not just a […]

Instagram has introduced three new features to help you share more easily with friends: Friend Map, Repost, and a Friends tab in Reels. While all three are designed to boost connection, one in particular, the Friend Map, has sparked some privacy misconceptions.While the Friend Map has been welcomed by some, it's also fueling misconceptions online. Social media posts have spread confusion about whether it shares your live location by default, prompting questions […]

Scammers are working harder than ever to trick people online, but WhatsApp is hitting back in a big way. In the first half of 2025, WhatsApp removed more than 6.8 million accounts tied to global scam networks, many of them run by criminal groups and even forced labor camps in Southeast Asia. At the same time, the app is rolling out new tools to make it easier to spot scams and […]

If you've had the same Yahoo email since the early 2000s, you're not alone. Many of us have been dragging that inbox along for 20+ years, stuffed with decades of old messages, forgotten subscriptions and heavy attachments that could probably sink a server.Recently, Stacy from Nashville, Tennessee, wrote in asking if a message from Yahoo about storage limits and pricing was real or just another scam. The email claimed she'd […]

Cybercriminals are always looking for new companies to attack, and the insurance industry seems to be a favorite. Insurance companies are lucrative targets because of the vast amounts of personal, financial and medical information they collect and store.Only recently, U.S. insurance giant American Family Life Assurance Company (Aflac) confirmed it was among the victims of a notorious cyber gang. Now, another insurance provider has fallen prey to a data breach. […]

Bionic arms used to cost more than a new car. Today, that's no longer the case. Unlimited Tomorrow is making 3D-printed prosthetics available for under $8,000 and doing it without sacrificing quality, comfort or functionality. Easton LaChappelle founded the company in 2014 at the age of 18. His simple goal was to give more people access to advanced prosthetics that actually fit their lives. Today, the company's flagship product, TrueLimb, is […]

Every year, American seniors lose over $28 billion to fraud, according to AARP. But here's the shocking part: Only a fraction ever gets reported. If you've received a letter, email, or call claiming you've been "pre-qualified" or "pre-approved" for a 401(k) rollover or annuity upgrade, beware. These scams are getting smarter. They sound official and even personalized. But the offers aren't random; they're based on real details about you.Sign up for […]