Fake 'Squid Game' emails are trying to scam people — What social media surveillance is really like
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3 things you need to know today 1. Read this before your update your Mac It's always a good idea to keep your device's operating system updated. But if you have an older Mac, you might want to hold off from installing the latest version of macOS. People are claiming the update is bricking their machine. Tap or click here for details on this potentially dangerous macOS update. → |
2. Don't fall for these emails about a new season of 'Squid Game' You can't escape the Netflix show Squid Game. It's the streaming service's biggest show ever, and it's everywhere. It was only a matter of time before cybercriminals hijacked its popularity to lure new victims. A series of emails promising access to a new season and casting calls are making the rounds. But it's a scam. Tap or click here to avoid falling victim. → |
3. Inside social media surveillance with the founder of MeWe We're all a victim of surveillance capitalism. Whether you like it or not, you're probably a data point in some company's vast server full of users. But you can minimize the number of companies collecting your information. Here is what you can do to stop Facebook and other social media sites from using you as a cash cow. Tap or click here to protect your privacy on social media. → |
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