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Why updating your smartwatch software is critical for security and performance

Your smartwatch is an incredible piece of technology. It tracks your steps, monitors your sleep, receives your text messages, and even lets you pay for coffee with a flick of the wrist. But because it handles so much personal and financial data, it’s not just a gadget—it’s a tiny, powerful computer that needs constant security […]

The Venmo rule: always link your credit card, never your debit card

Venmo is brilliant for quick transactions—splitting the lunch bill, paying the rent, or sending cash to a friend. But when you set up your account, you face a critical security choice: which card do you link to fund your payments? Most people connect the card that’s easiest to grab, which is often their debit card. […]

How to spot Robinhood phishing scams and keep your investments safe

If you use Robinhood for your investments, you are part of a huge community of traders. That popularity, however, makes you a prime target for cybercriminals. Your brokerage account holds highly valuable assets, and hackers are constantly trying to obtain your username, password, or even your Social Security number through sophisticated phishing attempts. You need […]

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 […]

Why staring at your bank statement is a security weekly must-do

Let’s be real: looking at your bank statement isn’t exactly everyone’s idea of a fun Friday night. It’s usually a reminder of how much we spent on takeout or that subscription we promised to cancel three months ago. But in a world where online shopping, mobile payments, and digital banking are the new normal, ignoring […]

Stop giving away your credit card number: the magic of Apple Pay (and tokenization!)

Let’s face it, whipping out your plastic credit card every time you shop online or tap at a register is getting old. Not only is it inconvenient, but every time you hand that card over or type those 16 digits into a website, you are exposing your financial life to potential risk. But there’s a […]