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December, 2025
November, 2025
Amazon's new satellite internet could shake up your broadband options in 2026
Mozilla finally cuts ties with controversial data removal service
Digital-rights group sues feds over pressure to remove ICE tracker apps
Child safety advocates warn parents to avoid AI toys this Christmas
Target announces new AI shopping experience in ChatGPT
Here’s why you couldn’t reach some popular websites on Tuesday morning
CloudFlare outage made some major websites unreachable
YouTube TV and Disney reach deal to lift the blackout
Why fake cameras and unlocked doors aren’t protecting your home
Artists and advocates push back on OpenAI’s Sora 2
Google takes a new tactic to fight scammers
Windows 10 is dead, although you'd hardly know it
T-Mobile revamps 5G Home Internet with new tiers, faster Wi-Fi and streaming perks
Algorithmic pricing law takes effect in New York
How to make your house disappear from Google Maps
Battle of the robots: Amazon sues Perplexity AI over automated shopping tool
When your home stops feeling safe: The emotional cost of a break-in
October, 2025
Disney-owned channels go dark on YouTube TV
L.A. County supervisors move to limit sheriff’s license plate data sharing
Amazon Pharmacy is putting ‘pickup kiosks’ inside medical buildings
OpenAI launches AI-powered browser ‘Atlas’ to challenge tech giants
Amazon has a new 25¢/gal Friday gas deal for Prime members
AI scams love kids — and their parents are helping
Why much of the internet went dark on Monday
Massive AWS outage snarls the internet overnight
Product News: Apple & Logitech
Porch pirates are on the prowl this Prime Day
California enacts new consumer privacy act aimed at social media companies
Many Verizon customers report early morning outage
How to avoid scams during Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days promotion
Can AI save your relationship?
NBCUniversal and YouTube TV strike deal to end channel blackout
September, 2025
What is the link between hearing loss and Alzheimer's disease?
Senators press Match Group over romance scams
Elon Musk’s Starlink: Satellite texting today, satellite calling tomorrow?
NBC networks could disappear from YouTube TV
How to make the most of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days
Trump signs executive order placing TikTok under U.S. control
Is there a link between hearing loss and social isolation?
Amazon faces trial over Prime sign-ups
TikTok soon to be 'under American control,' White House says
Cable TV is stickier, streaming is happier, J.D. Power finds
Amazon’s Prime marketing campaign goes on trial in Seattle
ChatGPT may alert authorities when it detects suicidal thoughts in minors
New York man resentenced for running BreachForums
Mark your calendars: Amazon Prime Big Deal Days is October 7-8
Small businesses hit by global scam of fake negative Google reviews
Apple unveils iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max with powerful new design
Probe looks for businesses ignoring consumer privacy requests
World’s largest sports piracy site Streameast shut down in Egypt
Google ordered to pay $425m over privacy breach
Amazon ends longstanding Invitee benefit
Judge bars Google from exclusive search engine deals
Hackers exploit Salesloft breach to steal cloud data
Blanket restrictions not the answer to keeping kids safe online, group says
August, 2025
AI chatbots inconsistent on suicide-related questions, study finds
TransUnion discloses data breach affecting more than 4.4 million people
Last-minute agreement will keep Fox channels on YouTube TV
Attorneys General warn tech giants not to harm kids with AI
FCC bars more than 1,200 telecom providers for robocall violations
Hertz will sell its used cars through Amazon Autos
Free Chrome VPN extension has been quietly collecting users’ data: report
Consumer advocates demand probe into xAI's Grok Imagine platform
Best Buy adds third-party sellers to its online marketplace
Instagram’s new map feature sparks safety fears — What parents should know
Is AI making it easier to spread false information as news?
Amazon expanded Same-Day delivery of perishables nationwide
Match to pay $14 million, overhaul cancellation and guarantee practices in FTC settlement
AI Startup Perplexity makes $34.5 billion bid for Google’s Chrome browser
Robocalls dipped in July, but could set a record in 2025
AOL pulls the plug on dial-up — What’s next for people without broadband?
AOL is ending dial-up internet after 34 years
Robocall Roundup tracks down, issues warnings to robocallers nationwide
California here he comes: Murdoch launching California Post, right-wing news for the left coast
July, 2025
Justice Department launches largest-ever compensation effort for Backpage trafficking victims
New messaging service from T-Mobile connects from almost any location
Allianz Life reports a data breach occurred in mid-July
Amazon acquires a wearable company whose product is always listening
Consumer groups launch 'People's AI Action Plan' to counter free-for-all development
Here’s why you shouldn’t use public phone chargers
Peacock announces biggest price hike yet
Data breaches hit record pace in the first half of 2025
FCC axes Net Neutrality rules, which weren't in effect anyway
Independent data show a sharp decline in early Prime Day sales
Alexa's alleged secret recordings get parent Amazon in trouble
June, 2025
ChatGPT may affect your critical thinking skills, study finds
Cable vs. wireless war is driving prices down
Amazon is expanding one-day delivery to thousands of rural areas
AI on trial: Disney and Universal sue Midjourney in landmark copyright case
Aflac reveals a data breach that occurred earlier this month
Attention, your passwords are probably for sale on the dark web
Hold the phone! Here's another made (mostly) in America smartphone
16 billion login records exposed online briefly
President Trump once again postpones the TikTok ban
More people watched streaming content in May than broadcast or cable
Amazon announces Prime Day dates
Meet America's newest smartphone company: Trump Mobile
Consumers spend $164 billion annually on cable and internet services
Nebraska sues Temu over alleged consumer protection violations
States file suit to block the sale of 23andMe data
Macy's tops retailers with web trackers collecting personal information
Optima Tax Relief suffers data breach
New study finds allergy risk for teens who follow popular TikTok skincare trends
The number of annoying robocalls dipped slightly in May
Amazon shares two updates to Pharmacy to simplify medication management
May, 2025
Best email services for security and privacy
Passkeys have issues to solve before replacing passwords
Data breaches take this long to get reported
Consumers are uneasy about providing biometric data, survey shows
Regeneron buys 23andMe out of bankruptcy, sparking genetic data privacy concerns
Amazon failed to honor return refunds, lawsuit claims
What are passkeys? Hint: They're faster and safer than passwords
April, 2025
Amazon paying the price for Trump's tariffs as sales fall, UPS balks
Blue Shield data breach exposed 4.7 million Californians' information to Google Ads
Judge rules Google is violating antitrust laws
Hertz data breach exposes credit cards, driver's licenses
Apple AI's not so smart, class action lawsuit charges
Planned Parenthood lab suffers data breach exposing 1.6 million people
Drivers can’t seem to put down their smartphones, survey finds
March, 2025
Taylor Swift ticket scam serves as a warning for concert fans
Firefox parent Mozilla appeals for donations after losing USAID funding
One step stops Alexa from storing conversations
It’s dangerous living in an Instagram world, researchers warn
23andMe files for bankruptcy protection after data breach settlement
Judge dismisses another Amazon 'late delivery' lawsuit
23andMe users may want to delete data as company faces financial trouble
Parental-control app SpyX suffers data breach exposing 2 million users
Are you suffering from ‘tech neck?’
These were the most common passwords in 2024, report says
Amazon scores with women, who make up 75% of its customers
Amazon fends off allegations it misled investors
Here’s how to make your email resistant to ransomware attacks
FBI warns Gmail users about growing ransomware threat
Utah becomes the first state to pass an app age-verification bill
Consumer groups challenge decision axing robocall restrictions
February, 2025
Insurers would like a peek at your smartwatch
How safe are old email accounts? Depends on the settings, experts say
Chegg sues Google, claims AI search is harming digital publishers
Background-checker DISA suffers data breach exposing more than 3.3 million people
New study links dating apps with increase in cosmetic surgery
Claim forms going out to 3.7 million Avast customers
FBI warns organizations about a dangerous ransomware threat
T-Mobile Starlink to provide wireless coverage in ‘dead zones’
The FBI says those unpaid toll text messages are coming from China
Grubhub confirms data breach has compromised consumers’ data
January, 2025
What’s the ‘bag of sugar’ scam and could you be a victim?
Netflix subscription costs are rising again
Leaving your device charger plugged in could create a fire hazard
Amazon responsible for recall of over 400,000 dangerous products it distributed, CPSC orders
General Motors, OnStar sold consumer data without consent
Ransomware exposed more than 166 million records in 2024 in the U.S., research finds
Snapchat referred to Justice Department for 'risks and harms' of My AI chatbot, FTC says
FTC toughens requirements for safeguarding children's information online
Scholastic suffers data breach exposing 8 million people, report says
SuperDraft data breach exposes more than 300,000 customer records
Fake PayPal email phishing scam hijacks accounts
'Cyber Trust Mark' to appear on connected devices in 2025, White House says
Google loses last attempt to sidestep big privacy lawsuit
AT&T launches service ‘Guarantee’ that includes credits for outages
Your Verizon Wireless settlement payment may disappoint you
National Science Foundation-backed Sitejabber banned from misleading reviews, FTC says
Software provider fined $1 million for claiming it could make websites more accessible
iPhone owners can get cash in Apple's $95 million Siri eavesdropping settlement
December, 2024
The biggest data breaches of 2024
TP-Link routers may be banned as security risks, report says
The cost of YouTube TV is going up
Texas probes online platforms' privacy and safety policies for minors
Senior Dating data breach exposes more than 700,000 users
TikTok, time's almost up for the popular Chinese-owned app
Data breaches at health care companies expose more than 15 million records
Delta Dental data breach exposes more than 802,000 records
Messages between Android and iPhone devices can be hacked, FBI warns
Scammers used these phone numbers and area codes the most in 2024
Cybercriminals hunting for leaks of personal data surges over holidays
Mobilewalla improperly sold location data of millions of people, FTC says
Gravy Analytics illegally tracked locations of a billion devices, FTC says
Feds propose a rule to curb data broker activities
Rocketing Bitcoin prices driving cryptocurrency scams, FBI warns
November, 2024
How long will the manufacturer provide updates for your 'smart' devices?
China-based doorbell manufacturer sued over security issues
Online ads ruin Christmas gift surprises, survey finds
Cars are surveillance devices on wheels, and they're very lightly regulated
To err is human, also chatbotful
Digital payment apps to get tighter scrutiny
Ransomware attacks surged this year as hackers exploited VPN weakness
States pressure the federal government to crack down on robocalls
Amazon launches new discount storefront, Amazon Haul
Here's how AI might protect you from scams
Facebook, Netflix conspired to limit video streaming, lawsuits claim
AI is great. Criminals really love it
Advice for surviving the Cyber Age: Don't trust anybody
Spam phone calls down for the third straight year
75% of biggest websites shared personal information without consent in 2024, report says
TIAA data breach exposes 2.4 million Social Security numbers
Amazon launches "lifestyle" drug service
Cable and internet bills are becoming an increasing financial burden
Apple says it can help airlines locate your lost luggage
Feds warn of rise in ‘zero-day’ cyberattacks
State privacy laws aren't protecting personal financial data, CFPB says
Hot Topic suffers data breach exposing 57 million records
The deadline for filing a Cash App settlement claim is days away
Motorcyle parts seller Dennis Kirk suffers data breach exposing millions of records
Consumers are generally happier with professional-monitored security systems
Amazon's AI shopping assistant Rufus is often wrong
October, 2024
Consumers can spend less than $5 per person on Amazon Fresh's Thanksgiving bundle
Watch that cryptocurrency. Insurance may not cover it
Feds issue new rules to protect workers from digital snooping
Perplexity raises millions to take on Google Search
How does wireless internet compare with fiber?
Amazon unveils the changes customers will see beginning in 2025
Getting rid of a digital device? Be careful because you might be giving away the keys to your life.
Amazon is combining grocery and marketplace into one shopping experience
Apple TV+ will soon be available on Prime Video
Roku and Instacart now offering on-screen ordering and one-hour delivery of products
Data breaches declined in the third quarter of 2024
Marriott paying $52 million for data breach that affected millions
Porch pirates hit the streets again this week with Big Prime Day coming up
AI isn't always as smart as we think it is
'Hey, Google' gets a reboot, makes way for the new AI kid in town
Amazon previews Big Deal Days deals
Streaming customers are much more satisfied than cable customers
Hurricane Helene may cause problems for the semiconductor industry
September, 2024
Prime Day’s coming and so are the scammers
Google Maps introduces new protections against fake reviews
Verizon Wireless outage reported
DirecTV acquires Dish and Sling TV for $1
Amazon and Google have their hearts set on being more involved in how we pay for things
Spectrum is the first cable provider to embrace new pricing rules
Amazon, X, Facebook, TikTok, etc., fail to protect children and other users, FTC reports
CafePress data breach victims are getting money, FTC says
AT&T will pay $13 million to resolve 2023 data breach
CBD, keto diet scammers to pay $40 million to victims, FTC says
Instagram announces new ‘teen’ accounts with enhanced privacy protection
Apple enters “hearing aids” market, possibly making things better, cheaper for consumers
Study: The safety of ApplePay and GooglePay called into question
23andMe customers to get cash and free security monitoring in suit settlement
Child identity theft is bad and getting worse
Amazon counters Walmart with 2024 Top Toys We Love list
Guess who has the new iPhones first?
Amazon launches new private-label brand for grocery shoppers on a budget
Consumer groups urge feds to limit 'software tethering' on consumer products
DirecTV finds a way for subscribers to watch Harris-Trump debate
Apple introduces new versions of the iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods
Is Amazon allowing sellers to eliminate physical returns? It sure looks like it.
Privacy expert wants to clarify how bad the National Data breach really was
DirecTV subscribers lost Disney, ABC, ESPN, and all affiliated channels
August, 2024
Yelp sues Google, claiming it misuses its search monopoly
Alexa is tired of working for nothing and wants to be paid for her services from now on
Want to watch your favorite NFL team but don’t want to pay too much? Here’s how.
Odds are you were impacted in the recent Social Security leak. Find out here.
Amazon's Prime Day is coming back in October
Chick-Fil-A is starting its own streaming network
States sue Live Nation, Ticketmaster for squeezing fans, artists
Streaming wars: Netflix gets upended
Listen closely: Sonos is in big trouble after glitchy update
Feds try again to stamp out fake reviews and testimonials
Massive data breach exposes personal information of billions
Bundling takes a new turn as DoorDash offers free Max
Disney is doubling down on entertainment with plans to spend billions
Inside Out 2 gets the rush-release DVD and streaming treatment
Some Cash App users may get $2,500 in data breach settlement
Google reportedly allowed Meta to target underage YouTubers with ads
Apple still trying to resolve issues with the iPhone 15
Prepare to pay more for Disney's streaming services this fall
TikTok Lite app poses safety risks for consumers, research finds
A federal judge rules that Google violated antitrust laws
The U.S. sues TikTok for allegedly violating children’s privacy
Judge overturns $4.7 billion NFL Sunday Ticket verdict against the NFL
July, 2024
Data breach victims top 1 billion in 2024's first half. Here's why.
NFL Sunday Ticket returns for Verizon subscribers
Meta to pay Texas $1.4 billion for using facial recognition software
Google loses 15 million passwords. Was yours one?
NBA, WNBA sign 11-year streaming deal with Prime Video, Disney, and NBC
CrowdStrike offers gift card for outages but it doesn’t go as planned
Verizon shines in latest wireless quality performance study
Most systems shut down by Friday’s software outage are back on line
Global software outage sparks chaos around the world
How are consumers affected by the global software outage?
Prime Day poses a safety risk to Amazon workers, report claims
This password hack will seriously mess up hackers
Does your Truecaller app have its fingers on too much of your personal information?
Why the latest AT&T data breach is a pretty big deal
AT&T reports another huge data breach
Is Costco marking up its prices online? A new lawsuit claims it is.
Amazon plans discount store to compete with Temu and Shein
Apple issues warning for people who charge their iPhone while sleeping
June, 2024
Jury awards NFL Sunday Ticket subscribers $4.7 billion in antitrust suit
After raising rates, Spotify returns with a lower price choice
It's official: Prime Day is July 16-17
Amazon is removing plastic padding from its shipment boxes
AARP is giving out free movie premiere tickets
Cyberattacks affect service at 15,000 car dealerships across the country
Apple is discontinuing Apple Pay Later
Nearly a dozen states are moving towards requiring age verification for internet users
Wireless customers seeking good service should go to a store, not online
Apple takes the AI plunge: What’s new and why you should care
Amazon gets green light for expanded drone deliveries
Advanced Auto Parts customers just joined the victims of a massive data breach
Samsung edges Apple in cellphone customer satisfaction
Amazon Prime Video leads in customer satisfaction, survey finds
Recent grads from 222 U.S. colleges have had their personal data exposed
DVDs are making a comeback, especially with younger consumers
First Ticketmaster. Could AT&T, Capital One, and Mastercard customers also be in danger ?
May, 2024
Ticketmaster data breach compromised over 500 million accounts
Scammers impersonating Apple claim your cloud has child porn images
Xfinity may have pushed out the largest TV streaming bundle ever
Lawsuit attempts to strip Live Nation of its power over concert-goers
Virginia joins Justice Department anti-trust lawsuit against Live Nation
DVDs and Blu-rays are selling for more than nearly a decade ago
Feds cite jewelry seller after it refuses to recall children’s bracelets
Netflix is airing two NFL games on Christmas Day
Trend Micro unveils new protections for AI PCs
Amazon's Book Sale is May 15-20
Disney+, Hulu, and Max created first of its kind streaming bundle
Amazon's Summer Beauty Haul sale is May 13-19
Your wireless carrier may have been tracking you without telling you
April, 2024
Mark your calendar: Amazon's Prime Day is coming in July
Amazon rolls out new grocery subscription for Prime members, EBT customers
FTC refunds 117,000 Ring customers after privacy settlement
Windows Mail's default app is changing. Here's how.
Amazon's 48-hour Pet Day sale will be May 7-8
Here's how much data airline apps collect on passengers
UnitedHealth hack could have far-reaching impact
Amazon drops Just Walk Out technology in grocery stores
Want Peacock for free? There’s a way you can get it for two weeks.
Did you know Google was tracking you in Incognito mode?
Does Verizon Wireless owe you $100? There's not much time to find out.
AT&T resets passwords of its users after data winds up on dark web
March, 2024
FTC investigating TikTok over data privacy protocols
Has Apple found a way to stop iPhones from being stolen?
February, 2024
Can AT&T customers get compensated for this week’s outage?
Verizon and T-Mobile rates are changing
Here's why electronics repairs are still too costly for consumers
January, 2024
AT&T wireless customers the first to get new scam call prevention
How many of T-Mobile’s internet customers are going to like this news?
Apple's latest software update has new anti-theft features
‘Doomscrolling’ is the latest social media scourge
Why AI probably won’t take over your job
In a bold move, 23andMe blames its customers for its data breach
Amazon may step into regional sports broadcasting
Invasion of privacy? Facebook's at it, again
Gotten your $92 settlement check from Apple? You should soon.
Verizon is starting to send out $100 million in settlement checks
Samsung packs AI into a new smartphone, beating Google and Apple
December, 2023
Amazon will begin showing ads inside Prime Video streams
DGL Group recalls Hover-1 Helix Hoverboards
Apple sending out settlement checks to consumers. Are you one?
Comcast data breach makes Xfinity scam more dangerous
Are you eligible for Google's $700 million Play Store settlement?
Multiple email address for different functions beefs up security
Amazon to discontinue Venmo payments
Google introduces new AI model, Gemini
Bundle up, streaming subscribers, because deals are blowing up like crazy
If AI is so smart, why are AI customer service chats so clueless?
Hackers have accessed data from nearly 7 million 23andMe users
November, 2023
Police warn parents about new iPhone feature, but is it justified?
Apple gives up and adopts Android’s advanced messaging features
The clock is ticking for inactive Google accounts. Is yours safe?
Have smartphones wrecked the internet?
Fraud experts share tips for combating holiday sale cybercrime
Amazon’s Buy with Prime adds benefits for shoppers
October, 2023
Google has jumped into the vacation rental market, taking on Airbnb
Looking for scary movies this Halloween? Here’s who’s got what!
Amazon is using drones to deliver prescription drugs
How good is AI at answering consumers' questions?
Best Buy is pulling the plug on DVDs, Blu-rays
Netflix will reportedly raise rates once the actors strike is over
Amazon’s Prime Big Deals Days vs. Black Friday - when to buy
Cancel your streaming service now so you can get a cheaper rate
September, 2023
iPhone 15 Pro is a hot product in more ways than one
How will the FTC’s lawsuit against Amazon affect consumers?
Is Amazon an illegal monopoly? The FTC says it is.
Hidden Amazon money-saving deals exposed
There's good news for Spectrum and Disney customers
Another Prime Day so soon? Why not?
The new iPhone deals are crazy good, but is that a trap?
How useful are OTC hearing aids? There are doubts.
The iPhone 15 is here. Is it worth the upgrade?
How much of your information does your doctor need?
August, 2023
Amazon’s free shipping minimum shoots up $10 for some non-Prime customers
Pharmacies are sharing your data with social media
FanDuel is offering $100 discount on NFL Sunday Ticket
Netflix DVD subscribers may get a bonus
Imposter scammers are mimicking these top brands
Amazon bids farewell to many of its private label brands
NFL+ now available at a bargain price but with a twist
Netflix goes deeper into gaming, Disney+ raises prices
Amazon Fresh opens to non-Prime members
Amazon Clinic is now open nationwide
Back to school means back to questionable apps for some students
Amazon Prime members can soon expect even faster delivery
Amazon is targeting company impersonators who are scamming consumers
July, 2023
Which wireless carrier provides the best customer service?
You have less than a month to get in on Facebook’s $725 million settlement
Downloading AI tools from Facebook is probably downloading trouble
Rite Aid sued for allegedly sharing customer data with Meta
Shoppers will be able to pay with their palm at all Whole Foods stores
Spotify subscribers should expect a price hike for the first time in over 10 years
Verizon named most reliable mobile carrier in J.D. Power study
Netflix removes the $10 tier from its plans
Meta's updated parental controls give parents an inside look at who their kids at messaging
Burglars love all those photos of your home on the web
Counterfeiters are waiting for you during Prime Day
Meta launches Threads, a new app to compete directly with Twitter
June, 2023
New law protects online shoppers from stolen and counterfeit products
Watch out for this new text scam that's making the rounds
Online advertisers are getting better at identifying you
A new study exposes the tricks of mental health and reproductive app 'consent'
State lawmakers are cracking down on kids’ and teens’ social media use
Here’s how to claim your share of Google’s $23 million settlement
Amazon is stepping up efforts to quash fake reviews
Apple’s new iPhone software will be incompatible with a slew of models. Is yours one?
Apple's iOS17 software update comes with new security and health features
Will Amazon Prime go up in price this year?
Playing around with AI? An expert says there are potential dangers
Apple Vision Pro headset mixes reality with virtual reality
Ring agrees to $25 million settlement with FTC over privacy issues
May, 2023
AI/deepfake cases are multiplying at alarming rates
Taylor Swift tickets for $6,000? The dam on ticket price gouging may have finally broken.
There are a couple of new bundles in the jungle of streaming services. Are you ready to switch?
Apple users can now download the free ChatGPT app
Pregnancy app comes under fire from the FTC over data sharing
AI may change how you search for products on Amazon
AI is coming to a fast food restaurant near you
No more passwords? The first step has officially hit the streets.
April, 2023
Wait ‘til you see the Amazon price secrets someone just let out of the bag
Here’s how to claim your share of Facebook’s $725 million privacy suit settlement
Netflix is sunsetting its DVD subscriptions
March, 2023
Apple joins the BNPL movement as it launches Apple Pay Later
Phishing attempts are growing like wildfire and becoming harder to detect
Digital crimes are getting more sophisticated. Here's what to watch out for
February, 2023
If a thief steals your iPhone they can steal a lot more
Most popular apps mislead consumers about the data they collect, study claims
TikTok is being blamed for shortages of a common diabetes drug
January, 2023
Amazon Prime members will have to start paying delivery fees on grocery orders under $150
Netflix’s password sharing showdown draws near
New T-Mobile data breach exposes data on 37 million customers
Your kids' school apps may be invading their privacy
Do privacy issues make Facebook vulnerable to competitors?
Are we ready for the brave new world of AI? Experts have their doubts
Twitter data breach may have exposed more than 200 million users
December, 2022
If you use Virtual Try On software your face and body images may end up in a database
November, 2022
Popular gifts this holiday season may come with digital privacy risks
Amazon clamps down on rogue OTC hearing aid sellers
Are you staying safe while shopping online this holiday season?
Consumers still complain that some companies make it hard to cancel a service
Should you consider getting home internet service from your mobile phone company?
October, 2022
How to make your password uncrackable for 27,000 years
Did someone say FREE movie and TV streaming services? Yes!
Are streaming services forcing customers to bundle?
Is ‘session replay software’ a privacy threat or just improving your web experience?
Is Google capturing your biometric data in violation of the law?
“Cancel Sunday Ticket” searches by NFL fans are up 2,856%
Five MORE warning signs that your phone may be spying on you
September, 2022
How to find out if you will get anything from T-Mobile’s $350 million data breach settlement
As satisfaction with wireless carriers dips, are budget providers overtaking the big boys?
FTC report shows frightening rise in sophisticated dark patterns devised to trick and trap consumers
Some iPhone owners will be out of luck when it comes to features of Apple’s new system software
Apple improves physical and digital security with iOS 16 update
Amazon's palm-scanning payment system expands into more Whole Foods stores
August, 2022
New identity theft study says the U.S. has moved from pandemic to scamdemic
Cryptocurrency firm Nomad offers 10% bounty to hackers who stole $190 million
July, 2022
Congress passes bill to fix America’s wide-ranging computer chip issues
Hackers are targeting businesses with 'cryptojacking' schemes, report finds
FTC may set new rules for internet influencers
Verizon rolls out new low-cost unlimited plan priced at $30 a month
June, 2022
Some retailers are telling customers they don’t have to return their unwanted purchases
AT&T may raise wireless prices again
Coronavirus update: FDA committee greenlights Moderna vaccine for kids
Apple’s new system software will include a 'password killer'
May, 2022
Consumers could do better when it comes to recycling electronic devices, study suggests
April, 2022
Budget wireless providers offer flexibility, coverage, and savings
SOUNDBOKS recalls bluetooth speakers with lithium-ion batteries
March, 2022
FBI says phishing scams are more sophisticated than ever
Netflix may charge extra fee for accounts that share passwords
February, 2022
Plaid lawsuit shows how important it is for consumers to control their personal data
Texas sues Meta over facial recognition violations
Satisfaction with wireless providers has improved since last year, survey finds
January, 2022
Four state attorneys general sue Google over its tracking policies
December, 2021
Verizon faces scrutiny for automatically tracking subscriber information
November, 2021
October, 2021
September, 2021
Study reveals people use their smartphones much more than they think
July, 2021
Mint Mobile data breach compromises customers’ phone numbers and personal information
President Biden to direct FTC to create ‘right to repair’ regulations
June, 2021
LinkedIn data breach puts 700 million user records at risk
Google delays timeline for blocking third-party cookies
New 8.4 billion password hack breaks records
Two percent of top 1,000 App Store apps are malicious, report says
May, 2021
CNA Financial paid hackers $40 million to unencrypt its systems following ransomware attack
Geico says its recent breach may have led to an unemployment benefit scam
Security researcher warns of new ‘frag attack’ WiFi vulnerabilities
State attorneys general urge Facebook not to create an Instagram for kids
March, 2021
February, 2021
Netflix launches new ‘Downloads For You’ feature
Mysterious malware found on 30,000 Macs
Facebook blocks Australian users from viewing news content
LastPass announces changes to its free tier
How the computer chip shortage could affect consumers
Facebook phishing campaign tricked nearly 500,000 users in two weeks
Over 3 billion emails and passwords hacked in possibly the largest breach ever
Facebook to urge users to opt into tracking for ‘better ads experience’
January, 2021
Google to start offering gambling apps in its Play store
Facebook users’ phone numbers are reportedly for sale on Telegram
Google to phase out third-party tracking cookies in its Chrome browser
December, 2020
October, 2020
September, 2020
Restrictions against TikTok and WeChat to begin this Sunday in U.S.
July, 2020
iPhone owners can now file ‘batterygate’ lawsuit claims
Google’s Android 10 update enhances and simplifies privacy settings
June, 2020
Senate bill would update how liable online companies are for content on their platforms
Nearly a third of streaming subscribers added a new service during the pandemic, new poll shows
April, 2020
February, 2020
PayPal hackers are targeting users' log-in information to access their accounts
January, 2020
FBI warns consumers about new levels of e-skimming
Technology in audio wearables creates a blur between earbuds and hearing aids
Tech companies tackle safety issues with new devices
Can tech simplify a person’s life? In our evolving digital world, anything is possible
As people age, new tech is there to greet them and make their life easier
December, 2019
Words With Friends and other Zynga game players may have had their data hacked
Consumer groups push FTC for wide-ranging probe of ‘Big Tech’
November, 2019
Following a healthy diet could help prevent hearing loss
Everyone should be entitled to free internet access, researchers argue
Consumers increasingly skeptical that their data is being protected, survey finds
September, 2019
Elizabeth Warren wants to reinstate the Office of Technology Assessment
August, 2019
Apple announces changes to program that let contractors listen to Siri recordings
Nearly 4,000 data breaches have exposed 4.1 billion consumer records so far in 2019
Guest networks on routers aren't as safe as they seem
Appeals court rules 5G cell sites can’t skip environmental and historical review
The future of product recalls: AI and Amazon
Targeting self-driving and smart cars could allow hackers to shut down whole cities
July, 2019
Google researchers find six major security vulnerabilities in Apple’s iOS
Amazon warns customers that Align Probiotics previously sold on its site were fake
Hearing aids could help improve brain function in later life
June, 2019
Consumer privacy regulation progresses at the state level
Apple makes changes to which ‘parental control’ apps will be allowed on the App Store
May, 2019
Dating apps removed from Apple Store and Google Play over use by children
April, 2019
Amazon sets goal of making one-day shipping the norm for Prime members
The Weekly Hack: Hackers break into Mercedes Benz rental app, steal 100 cars
Twitter CEO suggests major changes to the platform
Amazon shareholders to vote to ban sales of facial recognition technology
Facebook’s latest data breach exposed more than 540 million user records
March, 2019
Facebook says it is banning white nationalism from its platform
Government agencies come together to tackle online drug trafficking
New study shows our phones are making us more tired and less productive
February, 2019
January, 2019
Data breach exposes 773 million email addresses and 21 million passwords
Apple iPhone 7 owners report sound issue
New software could crack down on Netflix account sharing
Experimental auction shows consumers' dependence on social media
December, 2018
Amazon warehouse workers move to unionize amid allegations of being overworked and underpaid
November, 2018
Marriott’s Starwood Hotels suffers massive data breach
Healthcare providers found to be the cause of most data breaches in health industry
October, 2018
Samsung fined millions for slowing down phones through updates
September, 2018
Uber settles data breach suit with all 50 states
Social media can make users feel excluded by their friends, study finds
Court ruling may limit state efforts to reimpose net neutrality
August, 2018
July, 2018
Microsoft CEO calls on Congress to regulate use of facial recognition
June, 2018
The Weekly Hack: Exactis unseats Equifax with new, record-breaking data breach
Amazon shareholders call for halt of facial recognition sales to police
Apple set to roll out new security feature for iPhones and iPads
May, 2018
Apple hit with lawsuit over ‘butterfly’ keyboard
Facebook partners with global warming skeptics while cracking down on ‘untrustworthy’ news sources
April, 2018
Are lawmakers trying to kick the sex trade offline?
Networking site for sex workers goes dark amid fears of internet censorship
The Weekly Hack: Banks, hospitals, casinos, and handyman apps make ripe targets
Survey finds increasing level of consumer concern about privacy protection
March, 2018
The backlash against the FCC’s net neutrality decision gets its day in court
Nineteen states now considering 'right to repair' legislation
February, 2018
January, 2018
December, 2017
November, 2017
Software company Expensify admits to outsourcing work containing sensitive data
FCC will reportedly roll back Net Neutrality next month
iPhone X performs poorly in durability tests
September, 2017
Whole Foods reports data breach
Fallout from Equifax data breach likely to be far-reaching
August, 2017
Man who created modern password management rules says he was largely mistaken
July, 2017
How to guard against identity theft and bank fraud
FTC said to open probe into Amazon's pricing practices
June, 2017
May, 2017
T-Mobile promotion offers to pay off Verizon customers' devices if they switch carriers
Consumers are cool to virtual reality gear
How to protect yourself from the WannaCrypt ransomware scheme
April, 2017
March, 2017
Why young people may be more easily distracted than ever before
February, 2017
AT&T launches free smartphone promotion
Constantly checking devices linked to higher stress levels, survey finds
FTC urged to step up privacy protection for consumers
January, 2017
December, 2016
Privacy groups blast Google policy change
Yahoo discloses data breach of one billion user accounts
Kids' conversations with talking toys are recorded and shared, consumer groups allege
November, 2016
Lowe's launches augmented reality app to help consumers visualize home improvement projects
October, 2016
September, 2016
What did Yahoo know about the huge security breach -- and when?
Yahoo confirms massive data breach of 500 million accounts
AT&T unveils AirGig, a wireless broadband solution that uses power lines
August, 2016
AT&T fined for sham directory assistance service, customers to get refunds
July, 2016
May, 2016
How to manage your social media accounts when you die
FCC opens its complaint database to public view
Survey finds 85% of consumers prefer an ad-supported Internet
April, 2016
March, 2016
Five apps to help you avoid social media and other online distractions
October, 2015
Critics say Experian CEO should resign after the latest data breach
September, 2015
OPM hack included 5.6 million federal employees' fingerprints
August, 2015
Hackers can steal Gmail passwords from Samsung “smart” refrigerators
Appeals court upholds FTC's authority to enforce data security standards
Video camera uses artificial intelligence to automatically edit footage
July, 2015
Yet another U.S. government cybersecurity breach; this time it's the Census Bureau
Seniors need to just say "no" to online dating scams
Your smartphone suffers in hot weather too
Is Amazon using false information to censor book reviews?
Scam alert: Virgin Airlines is not giving away a year's worth of free flights on Facebook
June, 2015
Check-writers beware: your checks can be cashed more than once
FTC warns publishers to be careful with "native advertising"
Vulnerability in iOS could allow hackers to spoof Apple Pay, steal users' credit card data
May, 2015
FTD, Classmates.com to pay $11 million for misleading advertising
Banning cell phones in schools raises test scores, study finds
New Facebook Like-farming scam offers “Disney World” vacation as bait
If a RelayRides renter defrauds a car owner, how much help can the owner expect from RelayRides?
April, 2015
Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report: over 1 out of 10 people fall for phishing attempts
March, 2015
Hackers breach public wi-fi at multiple hotels and convention centers
Proposed “right to repair electronics” bill moves forward in New York State
Carnegie Mellon study: your apps are tracking you more than you know
How much surveillance data does Amazon share with the government?
Target offers $10 million settlement over 2013 data breach
PlayStation Network accounts hacked; Sony leaves victims holding the bag
Tinder Plus costs $10 monthly unless you're 30 or older; then it's $20
February, 2015
Reminder: change the default password on your home router, before a hacker does
Private-message phishing scam seeks to snag Facebook users
Bad apps from Google Play infect millions of Android devices
January, 2015
Hackers increasingly target the church collection plate
Hackers hijack Starwood Preferred Guest loyalty programs
Reminder: AOL email is free! Check your bill for ancient subscription fees
Five of the most successful online dating websites for scoring a date in 2015
Don't let “breach fatigue” leave you vulnerable to hackers and malware
December, 2014
Whatever happened to those early search engines?
Comcast email alert: don't click that link!
Amazon's slow boat from China leaves us in the dark
Sirius XM to pay $3.8 million to settle misleading advertising claims
November, 2014
Organized crime increasingly behind cyber attacks
Facebook rewrites and sort-of updates its privacy policies, again
October, 2014
Latest Apple dust-up: network problems in OS X Yosemite
September, 2014
August, 2014
How to stop annoying Internet videos from autoplaying
July, 2014
June, 2014
Public wi-fi hotspots are more dangerous than you think
AT&T hacked; customer Social Security numbers and call histories stolen
April, 2014
Mormon church tries to block a Mormon dating site, suit charges
March, 2014
Lawsuit alleges Amazon charges Prime members for "free" shipping
February, 2014
HarperCollins agrees to stop illegally collecting personal information on children
December, 2013
November, 2013
July, 2013
April, 2013
LoveFlutter: A dating site that focuses solely on personal interests
March, 2013
February, 2013
January, 2013
October, 2012
Study: Checking Your Social Media Pages Is as Addictive as Sex and Nicotine
June, 2011
July, 2010
April, 2010
April, 2009
August, 2008
July, 2008
Love's Labor Looted: Internet Dating Scams Can Get Expensive
January, 2008
November, 2007
October, 2007
AT&T Charging Fire Victims For Toasted Satellite Dish
Verizon Agrees to Stop Promoting Wireless Broadband Service as 'Unlimited'
September, 2007
August, 2007
July, 2007
June, 2007
May, 2007
April, 2007
February, 2007
October, 2006
August, 2006
"Exploding" Dell Laptop Destroys Truck, Imperils Outsdoorsmen
July, 2006
May, 2006
March, 2006
February, 2006
States Consider Black Box Laws
Homeland Security Looking at RFID Technology to Track Individuals
January, 2006
Coldplay Can't Play: Band's New CD Comes with Onerous Limitations