Palm-scanning payment technology raises privacy concernsPanera announced it will be the first national restaurant chain to use palm-scanning technology. Amazon has already implemented it in some stores.
20-year-old founder of 'major hacking forum' arrestedA 20-year-old was arrested for operating a online forum where hacked personal information was allegedly being sold.
Utah law aims to curb teen use of TikTok, InstagramUtah's governor has signed sweeping legislation aimed at trying to significantly lower use of TikTok and Instagram among young people.
Los Angeles undercover cops identified, information posted onlineLeadership within the ranks of the Los Angeles Police Department are being investigated after identities for undercover cops were exposed online.
TikTok's CEO tries to convince lawmakers app isn't a security riskAs TikTok's CEO Shou Zi Chew was set to testify before a House committee on risks, his app connected 150 million active users in the U.S. alone.
First-of-its-kind cyberpsychology course leads tech researchGraduate students are researching the symbiotic relationship we have with technology, whether it is phones, computers, or gaming platforms.
Annual report shows a record 146B cyber-threats detected last yearTrend Micro, a global leader in cybersecurity, reported a 55% surge in cyber threats in 2022.
Hackers appear to be targeting Facebook more than other sitesPrivacy experts found that searches related to an account being hacked were the highest for Facebook users.
Why companies may sell your data to third partiesCompanies have a lot of information on their customers. What they do with that information can go beyond normal advertising practices.
Data breach? Here's what you should do immediatelyMillions of people a year are impacted by data breaches. Here is what you should do the next time you receive a letter that you were affected.
New tool gets sexually explicit images removed from internetThe new platform, Take It Down, allows users from around the world to submit a report to have sexually explicit images removed from the internet.
White House: No more TikTok on government devicesThe Office of Management and Budget said this is a "critical step forward in addressing the risks presented by the app to sensitive government data."
Why this login technique may soon replace all your passwordsPasskeys are emerging as a viable alternative to passwords and there's a good chance you're already using them.
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TikTok plans 2 more European data centers amid privacy fearsTikTok is wildly popular with young people, but its Chinese ownership has raised fears that Beijing could use it to collect data on Western users.
Romance scams becoming more common as stigma around reporting remainsRomance scams are the type of scam that people lose the most money to, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
US infiltrates big ransomware gang: 'We hacked the hackers'Officials said the targeted syndicate, known as Hive, is among the world's top five ransomware networks and has heavily targeted health care.
Former AT&T customers still entitled to data throttling partial refundAT&T settled with the FTC over allegations the company misled customers about their data speeds.
Report: 96% of K-12 apps share children's data with third partiesNext time you download an education app, consider the following expert advice on data privacy.
Bank of America glitch leaves some Zelle users waiting for their moneySome Bank of America customers woke up to lost money, accounts in the negative and overdraft fees, due to issues with Zelle transfers.
Yes, You Can Get Paid To Take Surveys, But Beware Of ScamsScammers are finding new ways to get personal information from potential victims, including through "surveys."
Mobile Wallets Are Convenient, But How Safe Are They?An expert says adding a debit or credit card to your mobile wallet actually adds a layer of protection.
FBI Warns Parents Of Increase In 'Sextortion' Cases Among Kids, TeensSextortion often involves kids or teens who are coerced into sending explicit images online then being extorted for money to keep them private.
Is WhatsApp safe? Here's what you need to knowIt can be a safe communication tool when you use it wisely and take precautions to protect your privacy and security. Here's how.
Fmr. CIA Official Calls For Restrictions On Officers Working At TikTokThe CIA's former acting general counsel told Newsy Congress should put post-employment restrictions in place.
Is Your Password One Of The Most Common In The U.S.?NordPass released its 2022 list of the most common passwords — and the password manager reports that 83% of them can be cracked in a second.
How To Keep Your Information Safe When Shopping OnlineCyber Tech Connection President David Jooste spoke with Newsy about how to keep your personal and financial information safe while shopping online.
How To Avoid Online Scams This Holiday SeasonExperts say online scams around the holidays are growing because of Americans' increased reliance on e-commerce for shopping.
How To Snoop Around In Your Phone If You Think Someone Has Used ItIf you suspect others have been accessing your cellphone, you can take a few easy steps to learn what they were up to on your device.
TikTok Has Been Hiring Former CIA, FBI And NSA OfficersAmericans who were previously employed by intelligence agencies are now working for TikTok, and it is raising security concerns.
U.K. Politicians Demand Probe Into Liz Truss Phone Hack ClaimClaims say Russian spies were suspected of the hack.
