Fraud & Security Alert

August 6, 2020

Scam alert: No, that’s not Apple calling

A common tactic used by scam callers involves pretending to be a major company like Apple. A call comes in claiming your account has been altered in some way and you need to speak with them to fix it. But now, they're leaving deceptive voicemails on top of annoying calls. If you get these messages, here's what you should do.

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Google class-action lawsuit: How to get your share

It's Google's turn in the hot seat. Thanks to a data breach back in 2018, the company has been ordered to pay a class-action settlement to potentially millions of users. If you got an email about this settlement, don't worry — it's real. Depending on how many people make a claim, you might be surprised at the amount you end up with.

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How to check your medical records for mistakes, fraud and abuse

Aside from your financial credit score, you have another hidden score that's being tracked right now. This hidden "health credit report" is based on your medical records, and determines your eligibility for insurance and coverage. And just like with your credit report, medical record fraud can put you at serious risk. Here's how you can check yours for signs of abuse.

Tap or click here to discover how to access your hidden health credit report. →

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Ever wonder what alien civilizations might look like?

With the universe being extremely old and enormous, the possibility of life on other planets is real. That being said, we still don’t have any real proof of alien life. That doesn't mean it'll stay that way forever. So when we do find them, what will they look like?

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NSA warns: Beware of find my phone, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Are you one of the millions who frequently misplace their iPhone and then use “Find My iPhone” to hunt it down? If you are, the National Security Agency has serious news for you.

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