Understanding silent voicemail scams: what they are, how they function, and ways to prevent them
Voicemail Scam Alert: What You Should Know It starts in a subtle way. Your phone rings, or rather, it doesn’t ring. You see a voicemail notification, but when you check, there’s no audio. This cycle repeats, and soon, your voicemail inbox feels like it’s being bombarded. This is the experience of Mike from Westport, Connecticut, […]
Apple settles class-action lawsuit for $250M regarding Siri AI marketing claims
If you recently bought a new iPhone, lured by Apple’s promises of a more intelligent Siri, you might want to proceed with caution. Apple has agreed to a $250 million settlement in a class action suit claiming it misled customers about new features in the Apple Intelligence and Siri. This lawsuit is centered on the […]
Scams related to ID.me identity verification to be aware of and tips for staying safe
More people are encountering ID.me while trying to access government services, leading to some concerns. Recently, a person from Richardson, Texas, reached out to inquire about its safety after noticing its requirement on various federal websites. This is a valid concern, especially when it involves sharing sensitive personal information. Here are some important points to […]
Rider says Waymo trunk didn’t open before car departed with his bags
Riding in a driverless taxi to the airport can be a bit daunting for many. You get in, watch the steering wheel move on its own, and hope the ride is as seamless as advertised. However, for a passenger named Di Jing in California, his experience turned into a nightmare. Jing took his first trip […]
Identity theft losses reach $27.3 billion as threats from data breaches persist
Identity fraud is becoming increasingly prevalent in the United States, though the timelines and causes behind the incidents are often inconsistent. According to the 2026 Identity Fraud Study by Javelin Strategy & Research, consumers faced losses of $27.3 billion due to traditional identity fraud in 2025. In 2024, there was a notable 19% increase, with […]
FAA evaluates $12 billion AI system to forecast flight delays weeks ahead
If you’ve sensed that flying has become more unpredictable recently, you’re not alone. Flights are often delayed, schedules feel crammed, and a single storm can cause disruptions nationwide. The federal government is looking to harness artificial intelligence to tackle these issues proactively. The Federal Aviation Administration is trialing a new system intended to forecast crowding […]
Japan Airlines will trial humanoid robots for handling luggage at Haneda.
Air travel has increasingly adopted automation, from scanning tickets to baggage drop-off. Now, the experience is evolving further. Humanoid robots are set to join the ground staff at Haneda Airport, one of Japan’s busiest hubs. Japan Airlines is spearheading this initiative, planning to trial a machine designed to transport baggage and cargo directly on the […]
Authorities apprehend 276 in international cryptocurrency fraud operation.
We’ve often emphasized the dangers of romance scams and seemingly irresistible crypto “investment” opportunities. Recently, there’s been a significant development that sheds light on how organized these schemes really are. The Department of Justice and the FBI revealed a major international operation that led to the arrests of at least 276 individuals and the shutdown […]
Disneyland acknowledges that it uses facial recognition to check in guests at the entrance.
Disney Introduces Facial Recognition at Park Entrances When you arrive at Disneyland or Disney California Adventure, the excitement is palpable. Your kids are eager to get in, and as you approach the entrance, you scan your ticket. An image of your face is captured almost instantly—so quickly that it can feel like just another step […]
Bot Auto announces its first complete driverless commercial truck journey to Dallas
Driverless Big Rig Completes Delivery in Texas In an unprecedented event, a driverless big rig departed from Houston, Texas, late at night, completing a scheduled 230-mile delivery to the Dallas area by morning. This marks the first commercial freight delivery in the U.S. that was entirely driverless. This delivery was noteworthy because it aligned with […]