Ford's new hybrid costs less than 20K — Your online security may be at risk
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4 things you need to know today 1. Don’t let this malware infect your computer and steal your passwords Corporate systems are constantly being updated to guard against online threats. Cybercriminals know this and adapt their attacks accordingly. But sometimes, they use old methods with a new twist to infect devices with malware. We've got details of a new campaign that's targeting work emails. Tap or click here for an old scam with a new twist. → |
2. These iPhone apps have scammed people out of millions Your smartphone has many fun and helpful apps on entertainment, news, cybersecurity, exercise and more. But they can sometimes risk your privacy, drain your battery or even invite scary malware. A recent report claims that nearly 2% of the top 1,000 apps found in an official app store are scams. We'll explain what to look for and how to stay safe. Tap or click here to spot fraudulent apps. → |
3. Ford’s new hybrid pickup starts at less than $20K Ford's new Maverick is the first standard hybrid pickup truck to be sold in the U.S. It has a starting price under $20K and can tow up to 2,000 lbs. We'll tell you all the impressive details on this new hybrid and how to reserve one for yourself. Tap or click here for the exciting specs of Ford's new hybrid truck. → |
4. New podcast: A threat to your online security hiding in plain sight When Jason Kent used to hack people's networks, he went straight to chatbots. Those are the interactive chat programs you interact with online that help you make an order or get directions. Did you know they can be used to carry out security attacks right in your home? In this podcast, Kim and Jason talk about the best ways to stay safe in an online world full of automated attacks and weaponized robots that target your devices. Tap or click for some essential security tips from a former hacker. → |
ANDROID UPDATES Get Android tips, tricks and updates to your inbox twice a week. Coming up soon: How to hide files and folders on your PC. Handy! DON'T MISS IT → |
🎧 AUDIO BRIEFING | How the FBI's fighting ransomware Sometimes government operations are kept secret so that our adversaries don’t know our full capabilities. But yesterday, the FBI and the Department of Justice proved to the world that Bitcoin transactions are no longer guaranteed to be either untraceable or unrecoverable. Play Now • 1 min ▶ |
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AND FINALLY ... If you wear your tech, you’re part of a red-hot trend. Research firm IDC found that the wearable tech industry shipped out more than 100 million wearable devices in the first quarter of 2021. It's the first time that number's ever been hit in a year's first quarter. In other words, more people are buying wearables than ever before. If you wear smartwatches, fitness trackers or augmented reality glasses, you’re in good company! 🔥 |