TSA alerts travelers about online scams impersonating PreCheck with fraudulent websites
If you’re thinking about using TSA PreCheck to get through airport security faster, there’s an important piece of advice to keep in mind. The TSA recently issued a warning on social media urging travelers to register only through official government websites for PreCheck. The post stated, “Want to sign up for TSA PreCheck? Make sure […]
AI ‘Nudify’ Websites Generate Millions with Deep Fake Porn Due to Tech Companies
Analysis Reveals Profitability of AI-Powered “Nudify” Websites A recent examination has uncovered that AI-driven “Nudify” websites are producing non-consensual deepfake adult content by using photos of unsuspecting individuals. These sites are leveraging services from major tech players like Google, Amazon, and Cloudflare. Research conducted by a publication that delves into online deceptions has highlighted the […]
Scammers in China set up counterfeit shopping websites that imitate well-known brands.
Be cautious out there; many online scams are targeting shoppers these days. You might see enticing products online—branded items like smartwatches or trendy kitchen gadgets. They almost seem too good to be true at first glance. Unfortunately, these websites are designed to look convincing. They use established logos and even support payment methods like Apple […]
More than 120,000 fraudulent Amazon websites aim at consumers before Prime Day
As millions gear up for Amazon Prime Day, cybercriminals are getting ready too—but not in the way you might think. Security experts have uncovered over 120,000 fraudulent Amazon sites aimed at scamming enthusiastic shoppers during this major retail event. Scheduled from July 8th to July 11th, these sites feature a range of phishing traps, malware, […]
AI tools from Google are reducing traffic to news websites, according to a report.
Google’s AI Feature Leads to Surge in Zero Click Searches A recent report indicates that the introduction of Google’s AI overview feature has markedly increased the incidence of “zero clicks” in search queries. As per new data from digital intelligence firms, following the rollout of AI tools in May 2024, the rate of news-related web […]
AI from Google hitting news websites hard as overall traffic declines
Decline in Traffic for US News Sites After Google AI Launch New data indicates that visits to major US news websites have significantly decreased since Google introduced its AI search feature last year. Research from Simorweb reveals that 37 out of the top 50 news websites experienced a year-over-year decline in traffic following the rollout […]
High Court Supports Texas Law Mandating Age Checks for Adult Websites
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Law on Age Verification for Porn Websites The U.S. Supreme Court confirmed its support for a Texas law mandating pornographic websites to verify user ages, voting 6-3 in favor. Justice Clarence Thomas wrote the majority opinion, while Justices Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, and Ketanji Brown Jackson were in dissent. Thomas asserted […]
Supreme Court supports Texas law mandating age checks for accessing adult websites
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Age Verification Law for Porn Websites The U.S. Supreme Court has affirmed that Texas laws requiring age verification on pornographic websites are constitutional, with a ruling of 6-3. The law, known as HB 1181, mandates that certain websites featuring explicit content must verify that users are at least 18 years old. […]
Texas law requiring age verification for adult websites found constitutional by Supreme Court
Supreme Court Upholds Texas Law on Age Verification for Adult Websites On Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court supported a Texas law that mandates pornographic websites to verify the ages of their visitors to safeguard minors from explicit content online. The ruling, which passed with a 6-3 vote, stated that requiring adults in Texas to confirm […]
Your home address is available online via people search websites.
Your home address might be easier to find online than you think. A simple search for your name can reveal your past and current locations through various people-finder sites. These data broker platforms gather and share your personal information, often without your consent, which puts your privacy at risk with just a few clicks. How […]