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Saturday Safety Dance
This article explains that phones do not inherently block SIM swapping attacks and advises users to enable specific carrier settings to protect themselves. It highlights the importance of proactive security measures against this type of fraud.
Assault and Batteries
Despite the high cost of home batteries, a survey indicates that 91% of owners would purchase one again. This suggests a high level of satisfaction and perceived value among consumers for home energy storage solutions, as reported by ZDNET.
AI Yi-Yi!
Artificial Intelligence is identified as both a cyber weapon and a significant target, according to CrowdStrike. The article also references a separate Axios report concerning the Trump administration's efforts to counter Chinese AI.
Evening Safety Dance
ZDNET reports on the widespread deployment of 90,000 Flock cameras across the US. The article examines what data these cameras track and provides guidance for citizens to check their city's involvement with this surveillance technology.
Evening Safety Dance
This article discusses recent incidents of data theft, including "cookie thieves" stealing development secrets and the potential for hackers to breach encrypted USB drives. It highlights the ongoing challenges in cybersecurity and data protection.
Morning Safety Dance
This article discusses phone security in 2026, focusing on protection against warrantless searches. It also touches upon cyber threats, mentioning Iran's offensive actions against the US and Israel.