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Don’t let fraudsters drain your wallet: why Venmo push notifications are your first line of defense

We all love Venmo. It’s the digital wallet that makes splitting dinner bills, paying the dog sitter, or sending birthday cash incredibly fast and easy. But that speed works both ways. Just as quickly as you can send money to a friend, a cybercriminal who gains access to your account can drain your balance or […]

The crucial “S”: why you must check for HTTPS on public Wi-Fi

You’ve found the perfect spot at the local cafe, logged onto the free Wi-Fi, and you’re ready to get some work done—maybe check your bank balance or buy that one thing online. Stop right there! Before you enter any sensitive information, you need to check one little thing in your browser’s address bar: Is it […]

Why your notes app is not a safe for private information

Your smartphone’s Notes app is a wonderful tool. It’s perfect for jotting down a grocery list, making a quick to-do list, or remembering that brilliant idea you had at 3 AM. It’s fast, accessible, and always there when you need it. But for all its convenience, your Notes app has a critical security flaw: it […]

Why you need a portable phone charger now

That moment of panic when your phone battery hits 5% is a terrible feeling. You look up, see a public charging station—at the airport, the mall, or a coffee shop—and relief floods in. You rush over, plug in, and think you’re safe. Wrong. You just exposed yourself to a security risk called “juice jacking.” This […]

Don’t be the easiest target: why you must disable automatic bluetooth connectivity

Your smartphone is constantly looking for connections. When you walk into a coffee shop, it searches for Wi-Fi. When you get into your car, it looks for your stereo system. This constant scanning for nearby connections, particularly Bluetooth, is incredibly convenient, but it also creates a subtle, silent security risk. Every time your phone is […]

What you need to know about mobile IDs and digital security

For decades, that little plastic card in your wallet—your driver’s license—was your master key to the adult world. But things are changing fast! In many parts of the U.S. and around the globe, pulling out your ID might now be as simple as unlocking your phone. Yes, we’re talking about Mobile Driver’s Licenses (mDLs) and […]