Checklist 396: 23andMe and NPD, Revisited
23andMe and NPD face fallout from major data breaches, legal challenges, and financial woes, raising concerns about privacy and the future use of exposed data.
October 18, 2024 • 5 min read
Checklist 395: iPhone Protection and AI Detection
Voters distrust AI in political ads, says NYU study; McAfee warns of AI scams using celebrity likenesses in its 2024 Hacker Hotlist.
October 11, 2024 • 5 min read
Checklist 394: Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024
Stay safe online with tips from The Checklist: avoid phishing, use strong passwords, enable MFA, update software, and share these steps widely!
October 4, 2024 • 6 min read
Checklist 393: Disappointment and Worry
Apple drops NSO lawsuit; Tom Hanks warns of AI scams; FBI & CISA debunk voter roll hacking claims. Stay informed with trusted, verified sources.
September 27, 2024 • 4 min read
Checklist 392: Safety and Security in Apple’s Fall OS Updates
Apple’s new OS updates bring app privacy, password management, health features, and satellite services for enhanced security and convenience.
September 13, 2024 • 5 min read
Checklist 391: Sextortion Scams and QR Codes, Revisited
Sextortion and QR code scams are on the rise—learn how scammers are using personal data and fake codes to exploit victims and how to stay safe.
September 6, 2024 • 3 min read
Checklist 390: Ask a Philosopher
Phishing tests, AI ethics, and laser keystroke hacks highlight growing cybersecurity risks and the need for thoughtful, interdisciplinary approaches.
August 30, 2024 • 6 min read
Checklist 389: The NPD Leak and an A.I. President, Revisited
Deepfakes wreaked havoc this year, with AI-generated Biden calls in NH and a massive data leak exposing billions. Read more on these critical security issues.
August 23, 2024 • 4 min read
Checklist 388: Everybody’s Data is Out There
Massive data breach exposes 2.7B records, while MIT launches an AI risk repository to tackle growing concerns in artificial intelligence safety.
August 16, 2024 • 6 min read
Checklist 387: Fixing a Four-Zero Day
NFL adopts facial recognition for security; RBI mandates multi-factor authentication for transactions. Both moves spark privacy and security debates.
August 9, 2024 • 6 min read
Checklist 386: Privacy, Security, Updates, and Apple Intelligence
Apple updates iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS with security fixes. Upcoming: iOS 18 with Apple Intelligence, and additional privacy concerns.
August 2, 2024 • 5 min read
Checklist 385: Leaving Cookies on the Table
Google reverses its plan to block third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for Privacy Sandbox to balance user privacy with ad-supported internet needs.
July 26, 2024 • 7 min read