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4 things you need to know today 1. Warning: Email promising protection from ransomware is actually malware Hackers have been causing chaos recently with major ransomware attacks on U.S. fuel pipelines and the meatpacking industry. Now, cybercriminals are piggybacking off those events to trick people and infect their devices with malware. We've got details on how they are fooling people and ways to avoid becoming a victim. Tap or click here to stay protected from these nasty attacks. → |
2. How to opt out of Amazon’s shared neighborhood Wi-Fi network Amazon's Sidewalk is like a mesh network that extends the range of your network's signal. It does this by using bandwidth from nearby connected devices, including your neighbors'. How secure is it and what can you do to disable it? We'll tell you everything you need to know. Tap or click to find out how to opt out of Amazon's new tool. → |
3. Popular baby rocker recalled after 4 deaths – Share this with friends and family Products usually go through a rigorous testing phase before being released to the public. But sometimes, the products aren't used as intended, leading to injuries and deaths. A popular baby rocker is now being recalled after it was linked to the death of four infants. Tap or click here for details on this frightening recall. → |
4. Survey: 86% are fed up with Big Tech. Here’s how to get your privacy back Most people are sick of Big Tech reaching into every aspect of their digital lives, and for good reason. There's just no justification for every online movement we make to be tracked. If you want to take back some of your privacy, I can help. I'll give you a few ways to say no to Big Tech. Tap or click here for ways to boost digital privacy. → |
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