JCPenney’s parent company Catalyst Brands uses humanoid robots in its warehouse
A humanoid robot is taking on a new role, this time documenting activities at a major retailer. Figure AI has entered into a commercial agreement with Catalyst Brands, which operates well-known names like J.C. Penney, Lucky Brands, and Nautica. The robot’s initial deployment is set for Catalyst’s distribution center in Reno, Nevada. Just to clarify, […]
Samsung collaborates with CLEAR to introduce a digital ID for TSA security lines
Samsung Partners with CLEAR for Digital ID Feature Frequent travelers often recall that hectic moment at the TSA line—balancing your bag, fumbling through your phone for your boarding pass, and, oh, your passport somehow hiding at the bottom of your carry-on. Samsung aims to alleviate some of those hassles. In collaboration with CLEAR, Samsung is […]
Signs of identity theft you might overlook and ways to prevent it
Identity thieves can often access your personal information for a considerable time before you receive any notification from debt collectors or lenders. In fact, warning signs might surface long before that happens. You might notice unusual small charges on your credit card, unexpected letters from the IRS, missing bills, or even bizarre notices regarding benefits […]
Waymo’s Ojai robotaxi designed for passengers will soon offer free rides.
Empty Waymo Vehicles Fill Atlanta Neighborhood An Atlanta local recently recorded a concerning video showing numerous Waymo self-driving cars repeatedly circling a quiet area for hours. Technology expert Kurt Knudsson expresses serious safety worries, particularly for children, stressing Waymo’s alarming absence of human oversight and corporate responsibility related to potential malfunctions of these autonomous vehicles. […]
Microsoft will eliminate SMS login codes for personal accounts due to security concerns.
If you’ve ever found yourself waiting for a login code that just won’t come through, you definitely understand the frustration. You enter your password, expect a code to arrive, but instead, you’re left staring at your phone. Now, Microsoft is looking to shift away from this entire routine. The company has announced it’s moving away […]
Fraudulent HR performance review emails employ QR codes to capture your passwords
Beware of QR Code Email Scams I came across an email that seemed to be an official notification about a performance review. It talked about updates on salaries, benefits, and even included a QR code for file access. This message appeared to come from the company’s HR department. However, it actually requested you to scan […]
Ways to safeguard your elderly parents from identity theft and financial scams
In 2025, individuals aged 60 and above submitted over 201,000 complaints to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, resulting in a staggering $7.7 billion in reported losses—more than any other age group. On average, older victims lost around $38,500, which is roughly double the losses experienced by younger individuals. A December 2025 report from the […]
Data breach at 7-Eleven associated with ShinyHunters reveals personal information of franchise owners
When you think of stopping by a 7-Eleven, it’s usually for coffee, snacks, or gas, not for anything related to data breaches. Yet, recently, this convenience store chain faced a significant issue. The data breach was flagged by the notification service Have I Been Pwned, which noted that around 185,000 unique email addresses were compromised. […]
FTC reveals 2.6 million complaints about Do Not Call as robocalls increase
Spam Calls: A Growing Concern It’s frustrating when your phone lights up with a local number. You might think it’s someone important – perhaps a doctor, a school, or even a delivery driver. But then comes that pause before the automated voice starts, and you know you’ve likely been targeted again. It’s a daily guessing […]
Fraudulent inheritance email scam sets a 48-hour limit to take your information
An email arrives seemingly out of nowhere, claiming that you might inherit some money. There’s no warning, no background. It just feels urgent. Tim C., who reached out to share his experience, said, “This afternoon I got an email that seemed unfamiliar to me. I suspect it’s a scam, but it looks convincing.” Going with […]