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The New Holiday Shopping Hustle
Spot AI shopping scams, read Trustpilot/BBB the right way, and pay safer
Nov 20
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The Convenience Trap of Social Logins like Google, Facebook and Apple
Social login explained: what data is shared, why Big Tech pushes it, safer alternatives, and a step-by-step guide to unwind existing logins.
Nov 12
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A Big Tech AI Security Engineer’s Guide to LLM Privacy (Guest Post)
Understand what AI companies log, what 'training' really means, and how to minimize your digital footprint.
Nov 5
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ToxSec
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October 2025
The Real Winner of “Ecosystems”? Big Tech, Not You
Stop paying the convenience tax with your data: smarter swaps that stick
Oct 29
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How to Find and Disable Hidden Trackers on Your Car or Bag
Learn to spot and disable hidden AirTags and Bluetooth trackers. Turn on iPhone/Android alerts and use a 90-second drive-home routine to stay safe.
Oct 22
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The Hidden Sound You Can’t Hear (But Your Phone Might)
How Ultrasonic Beacons and Modern “Acoustic Analytics” Quietly Connect Your Devices
Oct 17
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Is Your Smartphone Really Listening to You?
Why your phone seems to know what you’re thinking (and what’s really going on behind those eerily accurate ads)
Oct 15
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Scammers Are Recycling Old Breach Data With AI. Here’s What To Do
Scammers are reusing old breach data with AI. Learn how to protect yourself, cut exposure, and stack privacy wins with simple high-ROI moves.
Oct 8
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Why We Trust Famous Faces
Learn how scammers exploit celebrity impersonation, deepfakes, and parasocial trust. Spot red flags and protect yourself from modern online scams.
Oct 2
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Cyber Safety Watchdog
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How to Make Your Smart TV Less Creepy (Part 3)
Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, and Chromecast all track you. Learn what data they collect, the settings to change, and how to make streaming more private.
Oct 1
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September 2025
How to Make Your Smart TV Less Creepy (Part 2)
Go beyond settings. Learn advanced smart TV privacy tactics—network filters, external devices, and data controls—to reduce tracking and stay private.
Sep 24
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Two Big Milestones
September marks our two year anniversary and reaching 3,000 subscribers
Sep 22
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