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April 6, 2020

5 stimulus check scams spreading right now Feeling financially cornered right now? Many of us are, which is why the federal government passed the CARE Act — a bill that authorizes millions of stimulus checks for American workers. But scammers are using these checks as bait to trick us into sharing our personal data. Tap or click here to see the signs of a stimulus scam. →	5 ways to secure your home router Hackers are targeting Americans who are spending more time online as a result of coronavirus. One of the most vulnerable pieces of tech is your router. Stay safe and adjust your router's settings. Tap or click to protect against hackers. →

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