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A $48M Book Scam Targeted Senior Authors
A new DOJ guilty plea shows how scammers used fake publishing and movie deals to pressure mostly older authors into paying upfront fees.
ZoraSafe · May 8, 2026
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The Data Broker Industry Has 87 Days to Do the Bare Minimum. Clock's Ticking.
On August 1, 2026, California's Delete Act stops being a feel-good headline and becomes a law that actually requires data brokers to do something. That something is: delete your data. But after decades of watching an industry built on selling your life story, I'll take "legally required to delete it when asked."
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Seniors
A $48M Book Scam Targeted Senior Authors
A new DOJ guilty plea shows how scammers used fake publishing and movie deals to pressure mostly older authors into paying upfront fees.
Data & Privacy
The Data Broker Industry Has 87 Days to Do the Bare Minimum. Clock's Ticking.
On August 1, 2026, California's Delete Act stops being a feel-good headline and becomes a law that actually requires data brokers to do something. That something is: delete your data. But after decades of watching an industry built on selling your life story, I'll take "legally required to delete it when asked."
Cybersecurity News
Before You Click
Meet the mobile app built for the moment before the mistake. A premium feature article introducing ZoraSafe Mobile and why scam protection has to happen before the click.
Data & Privacy
People-Search Sites, Stalking Risk and Safer Next Steps
People-search sites can expose personal details in one place. If you are worried about stalking or abuse, plan changes around your safety before changing devices or accounts.
Data & Privacy
Driving Data and Insurance: What to Check Before Sharing
Driving and location data can affect privacy beyond the app collecting it. Review permissions and disclosures before agreeing to a driving-data program.
General Cybersecurity
The Algorithm Said No: How Tenant Screening Algorithms Influence Housing Decisions
A review of how tenant screening companies operate, the data they use, documented legal challenges, and what renters should know.
Data & Privacy
They Know Where You Live. They Know Where You Work. They Know Who to Call.
How debt collectors use data brokers to hunt you down — and why the industry that profits from your financial distress wants to know everything about you.
Data & Privacy
The Campaign Knows What You're Afraid Of
How political operatives use data brokers to build psychological profiles, microtarget your fears, and manipulate democracy one voter at a time.
Data & Privacy
The Company That Knew You Were "Wealthy and Not Healthy" (And Sold That to Advertisers)
InMarket tracked 100 million devices per year, categorizing Americans into segments like "Wealthy and not healthy" based on their medical visits. The FTC issued its first-ever blanket ban on selling precise location data.
Data & Privacy
X-Mode: The Company That Tracked Users (And Sold the Data to the Military)
The drunk texting app that became a military surveillance operation. X-Mode tracked 25 million devices monthly, including users of religious apps, and sold the data to defense contractors. When exposed, Apple and Google banned them. They rebranded and kept operating.
Data & Privacy
The Company That Tracked Visits to Clinics, Places of Worship, and Shelters
How Kochava collected and sold precise location data tied to sensitive locations, and why the Federal Trade Commission challenged its practices in court.
General Cybersecurity
The Data Brokers: Mobilewalla
How Location Data from Public Demonstrations Was Collected, Analyzed, and Shared
General Cybersecurity
Clearview AI: Facial Recognition at Internet Scale
A review of how large-scale facial recognition systems are built, deployed, and regulated, and the implications for privacy, accuracy, and civil liberties.
Data & Privacy
Gravy Analytics: The Company That Tracked You (And Then Got Hacked)
The FTC banned Gravy Analytics from selling sensitive location data. Then they got hacked. 17 terabytes of location data, exposed on a Russian hacker forum.
Data & Privacy
People-Search Breaches: Records Are Not the Same as People
A breach’s record count is not automatically a count of unique people. For your own response, verify which information was exposed and use an appropriate recovery plan.
Data & Privacy
LiveRamp: 2.5 Billion People in One Database
After Cambridge Analytica, Acxiom spun off its marketing arm and renamed it LiveRamp. It now has profiles on 2.5 billion people, tracks 14 billion devices, and operates a marketplace selling segments on military personnel, religious minorities, and the financially vulnerable.
Data & Privacy
The Company That Sold Your Grandmother to Scammers (For Nine Years)
Epsilon knowingly sold data on 30 million consumers to scammers who targeted the elderly. For nine years. Even after their clients got arrested. DOJ settlement: $150 million. Two executives sentenced to prison.
Cybersecurity News
LexisNexis: The Private Infrastructure Behind Identity Surveillance
How a legal research company evolved into a nationwide data aggregation system used across government, insurance, and risk analysis—often without warrants or individual consent.
Data & Privacy
Welcome to the Auction. You're the Product.
For twelve cents per person, researchers purchased health conditions, financial data, religious practices, and family information on active-duty servicemembers. Welcome to the $300 billion data broker industry.
Cybersecurity News
A Practical Privacy Review for Your Accounts and Devices
Review what you share, which apps have access and how to request deletion. Work through the accounts that matter to you instead of relying on an outdated list of menu paths.
Cybersecurity News
Kroger Made $1 Billion From Your Grocery List. You Got 5% Off Yogurt.
Kroger's data business is worth over $1 billion annually with 1,400+ corporate clients. They track every item you buy, enrich that data with third-party information about your income and race, and sell access to your profile. You got 50 cents off crackers.
Cybersecurity News
23andMe Filed for Bankruptcy. Your DNA Filed for Witness Protection.
Your DNA is the most permanent data that exists about you. If you sent a spit sample to 23andMe, that uniquely identifying information is now a corporate asset in a bankruptcy auction. 15 million people are about to find out what it means to be a saleable asset.
Cybersecurity News
Amazon Kept Your Kid's Voice Recordings Forever. Even After You Said Delete.
Amazon kept your children's voice recordings indefinitely and used them to train algorithms. When parents requested deletion, they deleted audio but kept transcripts. The $25 million settlement reveals how Big Tech treats kids as unpaid data laborers.
Cybersecurity News
BetterHelp Told Facebook You're Depressed. Facebook Showed You Ads for More Therapy.
In March 2023, the FTC announced a $7.8 million settlement with BetterHelp for sharing sensitive mental health information—including responses about depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts—with Facebook, Snapchat, and other advertising platforms. Your cry for help became a sales lead.
Cybersecurity News
The Data Economy of Period Tracking Apps
How reproductive health signals became high-value behavioral data, and why long-term retention creates privacy and security risks
Cybersecurity News
Your Car Sold You Out for 26 Cents and Your Insurance Went Up $200
The world's worst trade deal, explained. Honda sold driving data from 97,000 vehicles for $25,920. That's 26 cents per car. Meanwhile, insurance rates jumped 24%.
Cybersecurity News
Your TV Takes 48,000 Screenshots Per Second and You Thought It Was Just Slow
The $57 million reason your 65-inch was suspiciously affordable. Vizio made 2.2 times more money from selling your viewing data than from selling you the TV.
Cybersecurity News
Meta Makes $16 Billion a Year From Scam Ads and Budgets $1 Billion for Fines. Do the Math.
When getting caught is just a line item. Meta makes $16 billion from "higher-risk" advertisers and budgets $1 billion for fines. That's a 1,500% return on investment.
Cybersecurity News
FTC Social Media Data Report: What Families Can Learn
The FTC’s September 2024 social-media report examined collection, sharing and retention practices. Use its findings to ask concrete privacy questions without assuming every service behaves identically.
Cybersecurity News
Commercial Location Surveillance and Sensitive Places: How your most protected activities became products
How commercially sold location data has been used to infer visits to religious sites, healthcare facilities, protests, and other protected spaces
General Cybersecurity
Your Constitutional Rights Cost $0.26
How a $278 Billion Industry Lets the Government Buy What It Can't Legally Take
Cybersecurity News
Florida just told Big Tech to choke on their kombucha.
Florida just told Big Tech to choke on their kombucha. DeSantis just drew a line in the sand on AI. Big Tech wanted zero AI regulation for the next decade. Florida said "lol no." Here's why I'm slow clapping from my home office.
General Cybersecurity
Crypto ATM Scams: Do Not Deposit Cash to “Protect” It
A caller who directs you to deposit cash in a cryptocurrency ATM to protect an account is setting up a payment to someone else, not safeguarding your money.
Parenting
Kids’ Phones: Balance Safety Controls and Privacy
A phone’s safety settings can help, but they do not replace a conversation about privacy, unwanted contact and what to do when something feels wrong.
General Cybersecurity
AI Model Supply Chains: A Developer Verification Checklist
For an AI model dependency, verify the publisher, artifact and execution behavior—not just the repository name. Treat model provenance as part of software supply-chain review.
Seniors
Older Adult Fraud: What Reported Losses Mean for Families
Fraud losses are serious, but pressure and impersonation—not age alone—are the useful warning signs. Help a relative verify requests while preserving their independence.
Cybersecurity News
Ransomware Got an AI Upgrade. Here's Your 7-Step Defense
Attackers now use AI to target people first, devices second. Use this simple layered plan to harden your home or small team.
Parenting
Everyone Gave Kids AI. Nobody Gave Parents the Safety Manual
A kid-safe, zero-jargon guide: the 10 rules for chats, images, homework, and stranger-proofing in 2025.
Parenting
Privacy Under Pressure: When Apps Target Kids and Families, What Happens to Their Data?
That "free" kids app? It's charging you in data. With 67% of family apps sharing personal info with third parties, your child's bedtime story might be someone else's marketing goldmine.
General Cybersecurity
Deepfake Celebs, Fake 'Friends' & Real Money Losses: Welcome to Scam Culture 2.0
Scammers use AI to create fake celebrity videos promoting scams. When "AI Elon Musk" gives away crypto and "AI Oprah" offers financial freedom, millions are lost before anyone realizes it's fake.
Seniors
A Loved One Calls for Help: Verify Before You Pay
If an urgent caller sounds like someone you love, pause and call that person through a number you already know before sending money.
General Cybersecurity
Privacy in 2025 Isn't Just About Data — It's About Who's Pretending to Be You
With AI that can clone your face, voice, and habits, privacy isn't about protecting data anymore—it's about protecting your entire identity from digital doppelgängers opening accounts in your name.
Seniors
Help a Parent Check Suspicious Requests Without Taking Over
Offer a parent a calm way to check a worrying message or call. Shared verification habits are more useful than assumptions about age or technical ability.
Seniors
A Family Plan for AI Impersonation Scams
Agree on how your family will verify urgent requests before one arrives. A shared plan is more dependable than trying to recognize an artificial voice under pressure.
General Cybersecurity
AI Pranks, Real 911 Calls: Why "Just Joking" With Deepfakes Can Get People Hurt
The viral "AI Homeless Man" prank triggered real 911 calls and police responses. When deepfake "jokes" look too real, they stop being funny and start being dangerous.
Seniors
Set Up a New Device With an Older Relative
Set up a new device together so the person can use it confidently. Prioritize accessible controls, account recovery and a simple plan for suspicious requests.
General Cybersecurity
A Verification Plan for a Multi-Generational Household
A household can share a verification plan without sharing passwords or assuming everyone uses technology the same way. Agree on trusted contacts before an urgent request arrives.
Parenting
When Apps Target Kids, Where Does Your Family's Data Go?
A parent's privacy triage: app settings that matter, what to ban, and how to audit a kid's digital footprint.
General Cybersecurity
AI Fails, Hallucinations, and WTF Moments: What They Teach Us About Trusting Machines
A lawyer cited fake court cases. A self-driving car tried to u-turn into traffic. AI invented a "Swiss Coffee Flood." When machines confidently make things up, scammers take notes.
General Cybersecurity
"It Was a Prank"—But 911 Still Showed Up
Deepfake "jokes" cause panic and police calls. Teach your family the tell-tales and set a verification rule in 5 minutes.
General Cybersecurity
AI Is in 1 of 6 Cyber Incidents—What That Looks Like at Home
Real-world examples: deepfake calls, fake logins, and AI-written scams. Learn the signs and block them pre-click.
Cybersecurity News
Ransomware Just Got an AI Upgrade: Why Attacks Are Moving Faster Than Your IT Team
AI-enhanced ransomware is compressing attack windows from hours to minutes. With 76% of organizations unable to keep up and attacks increasing 36% year-over-year, the defender's advantage is vanishing.
Parenting
Should Your Teen Be Friends with a Chatbot? What Parents Need to Know in 2025
Character.AI is banning minors after safety incidents. With 62% of teens emotionally connected to AI "friends," parents need to understand when digital companionship crosses the line from helpful to harmful.
Parenting
If a 12-Year-Old Can Fake the News in 10 Seconds, What Do We Trust?
Kids can generate "news" clips now. Teach media verification with 6 fun drills that actually stick.
Parenting
When Your Car's AI Hits on Your Kid: What the Grok Mess Says About AI Safety
A Canadian mom says Tesla's Grok AI asked her 10-year-old son for nude photos during a conversation about soccer. This isn't just internet drama—it's a warning about AI living in family spaces with no guardrails.
Seniors
If They Can Fake Warren Buffett, They Can Fake Your Grandkid: Deepfakes, Voice Clones, and the New Voice of Fraud
Deepfake videos of Warren Buffett flooded YouTube promoting fake investment scams. If they can fake the Oracle of Omaha, they can absolutely fake your grandkid calling for emergency money. Here's how to spot the fakes.
General Cybersecurity
Your Data Is Training Someone's AI Right Now: What 2025's Privacy Fights Mean for Normal People
You scan a QR code at a tech event, get a free latte, and unknowingly become part of an AI training dataset. With 86% of people concerned about data privacy and 97% of AI-breached organizations lacking proper controls, here's what you need to know.
Parenting
AI Companions, Teens, and the Line Between Support and Harm
Your kid's new "best friend" is typing from a server farm somewhere. Nearly 73% of teens use AI companions, but experts warn these apps can create emotional dependency and worse. Here's what parents need to know.
General Cybersecurity
Data Breaches Used to Mean Passwords. Now They Mean Minds: Inside the Double Exposure Era
In 2025, hackers aren't just stealing your data—they're stealing the AI models that learned from it. Welcome to the era of double exposure, where breaches hit twice as hard and your chatbot might be working for the other side.
General Cybersecurity
AI App Safety: Questions Before Sharing Sensitive Information
Before sharing sensitive information with an AI app, check who publishes it, what data it receives and whether you can limit or remove access.
General Cybersecurity
QR Codes at Events: Verify Before Signing In
A QR code on a slide, badge or poster is a link, not proof of the organizer’s identity. Verify the destination before signing in, installing software or paying.
General Cybersecurity
The 'AI Homeless Man' Prank: Why Fake Fear Still Wastes Real Police Time
TikTok users are using AI to photoshop creepy "homeless men" into photos of their homes and texting them to family members who call 911 in panic. Police are furious, teens are getting arrested, and this "prank" reveals how AI-powered fake emergencies are becoming a serious problem.
Parenting
When AI Thinks a Bag of Chips Is a Weapon: School Safety Tech Fails
A cautionary story and a practical checklist for schools and parents to push for real, evidence-based safety.
Parenting
Your Kid's New Best Friend Is an AI Bot (And Congress Is Panic-Googling What That Means)
Your child is saying "goodnight" to Nova, their AI companion who remembers everything about them. The GUARD Act and Character.AI's under-18 ban signal that lawmakers are catching up to a reality parents need to understand: AI "friendships" are powerful, and not always healthy.
Cybersecurity News
Fake Livestream QR Codes: Verify the Event and the Offer
A professional-looking livestream can still direct you to a fraudulent giveaway or login. Verify the event and any offer through the organizer’s official channels.
Cybersecurity News
When the Cloud Hit Snooze: Your Guide to the Great AWS Outage (and Not Getting Scammed)
On Monday, AWS had a major outage in US-EAST-1, and the internet face-planted. Here's what happened, why it wasn't a hack, and how to avoid scams during the next cloud hiccup.
Cybersecurity News
Houston, We Have a Privacy Leak (Fix It in Under an Hour)
A no-jargon walkthrough to plug the 7 most common home privacy leaks—email, Wi-Fi, browsers, cloud.
General Cybersecurity
The Most Targeted Classroom on Earth (Right Now)
Why schools are prime targets—and the 9 controls that reduce attacks without crushing teachers and kids.
Parenting
Meta Used Photos of Schoolgirls to Advertise Threads to Adult Men
Meta repurposed Instagram photos of girls as young as 13 for Threads advertising, targeting them to adult men without parental consent. Here's what happened and how to protect your family.
General Cybersecurity
Meet Ollama AI: Your Local LLM Butler (Without the Cloud Drama)
Discover Ollama, the open-source tool that lets you run large language models locally on your own hardware. We explore the benefits, security concerns, and real-world implications of bringing AI inference to your desktop.
Cybersecurity News
Zero Bars, Total Chaos: The SIM Farm That Almost Shut Down NYC
The U.S. Secret Service dismantled a massive telecommunications threat in NYC that could have disabled cell towers and crippled the entire network during the U.N. General Assembly.
General Cybersecurity
Apple Just Raised the Security Bar - But Your Data Still Needs Your Protection
MIE is great news for iPhone security, but it doesn't change Apple's data collection model. Learn what MIE actually does vs what it doesn't, and the settings that still matter for your privacy.
Cybersecurity News
Interpol's $97M Cybercrime Bust: Will It Actually Slow Down Scam Calls to Your Phone?
Interpol arrested 1,209 cybercriminals and recovered $97.4 million in Operation Serengeti 2.0. But will it reduce the scam calls hitting your phone?
Cybersecurity News
A Data Breach Notice: What It Means for Your Next Step
Respond to the information actually exposed, not just the headline size of a breach. Verify the notice and follow a recovery plan suited to your accounts and data.
General Cybersecurity
A Caller Sounds Like Your Boss or Doctor: Verify the Request
A convincing voice cannot authorize a payment, disclosure or account change. Verify unexpected requests through the organization’s known contact process.
Parenting
FINCEN Sextortion: Red-Alert for Parents
Kids are being targeted. Scammers are getting smarter. And parents are getting blindsided. This guide breaks down what FINCEN just warned the country about and how to keep your kids safe.
General Cybersecurity
Android's AI Scam Shields: Hype or Help?
Google is rolling out AI-powered scam detection for Android phones. We test whether these new protections actually work or are just marketing hype.
General Cybersecurity
Apple’s Fraud Report Does Not Authenticate a Support Text
Apple’s App Store fraud figures describe its marketplace controls. They do not prove that an incoming Apple-branded message or support call is genuine.
Seniors
Protect Retirement Savings From Impersonation Scams
A caller who tells you to move retirement savings to “protect” them may be the threat. Stop and contact the institution through a known channel.
Seniors
Medicare Scam Calls: Verify Before Sharing Your Number
Protect your Medicare number as carefully as financial information. Verify unexpected calls through Medicare.gov or a contact you already trust.
Cybersecurity News
FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report: Read the Loss Figures Carefully
The FBI’s 2024 IC3 report records $16.6 billion in reported losses. Treat this as a historical complaint-based measure, not a count of every scam or every victim.
Cybersecurity News
Zelle Scam Payments: Report the Loss and Ask About Your Options
Contact your bank promptly after a suspected Zelle scam. Explain whether you made the transfer or someone accessed the account; do not assume a lawsuit guarantees reimbursement.
General Cybersecurity
ZoraSafe: Guidance Before You Respond
ZoraSafe helps people check suspicious content, understand the concern and choose a next step before responding to a request.
General Cybersecurity
Talking to Family About Digital Safety
Ask permission, use a real situation and agree on one practical next step. A safety conversation should make it easier to ask for help, not harder.
Cybersecurity News
A Not-Boring Guide to Kompact AI vs. DeepSeek AI vs. the "Big Brain" Gang
The AI showdown you've been waiting for! Compare Kompact AI, ChatGPT, Claude, and other major AI models to find the perfect fit for your needs.
Parenting
Safe Online Gaming for Kids: A Parent's Level-Up Guide
Navigate the digital playground with confidence! Learn how to keep your kids safe while gaming online without losing your sanity (or your passwords).
Seniors
Retirement Account Safety: Reduce Access and Payment Risks
Protect retirement accounts with strong sign-in methods and an independent verification habit. Being retired does not make someone careless or unable to use technology.
Parenting
Scam Busters: Teaching Kids to Be Digital Detectives
The internet has sneaky traps, but teaching kids to spot scams is like giving them a digital magnifying glass. Learn how to help kids recognize online scams with fun detective work.
Parenting
Safe Gaming: Keeping Kids Protected in Online Multiplayer Worlds
Online gaming is the ultimate playground for kids, but it can get "spicy." Learn how to ensure your child's gaming adventures stay fun, safe, and troll-free with parental controls and smart strategies.
Parenting
Online Boundaries: Teaching Kids When Sharing Isn't Caring
In the digital world, sharing too much can be risky. Learn how to teach kids the THINK rule and help them understand when sharing personal information online isn't safe.
Parenting
Gentle Guide to Internet Safety: Teaching Kids Without the Scary Stories
The internet is like a giant amusement park - thrilling but with rules to follow. Learn how to teach young kids online safety in a gentle, empowering way that builds confidence rather than fear.
Parenting
Raising Cyber Superheroes: Teaching Kids to Be Digital Defenders
Every kid dreams of being a superhero. Learn how to inspire the next generation of cyber superheroes who can protect themselves and others online with the right tools, mindset, and training.
Parenting
Screen Time Balance: Smart Strategies for Families in the Digital Age
Screens are everywhere, but too much can turn benefits into digital overload. Learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries and create screen-life balance for your family.
Parenting
VPNs for Kids: Your Digital Invisible Cloak Explained Simply
Imagine wearing an invisible cloak while browsing the internet. That's what a VPN does! Learn how to explain VPNs to kids in fun, simple terms and when they should use this digital safety tool.
Parenting
Digital Hygiene: Useful Account Habits for Families
Keep accounts recoverable, devices updated and passwords unique. Routine safety checks should reduce risk without creating a cycle of weak password changes.
Parenting
Unplugged Adventures: How Offline Play Builds Better Online Habits
In a world dominated by screens, offline play is the antidote to cyberbullying, oversharing, and online fatigue. Discover how unplugged adventures create smarter, safer digital habits for kids.
Cybersecurity News
Election Security & Why It Matters
As we approach the 2024 U.S. elections, safeguarding election infrastructure is more crucial than ever. Learn about CISA's comprehensive election security resources and recent cybersecurity threats.
Cybersecurity News
Ransomware Threats to Elections: What You Need to Know
With the U.S. election season in full swing, ransomware has become a hot topic. Learn about the dangers posed by ransomware, the actions being taken to protect elections, and what this means for voters.
General Cybersecurity
Breach Monitoring: What an Alert Can and Cannot Tell You
A breach alert can prompt useful account checks, but no monitoring result proves that all copies of your information have been found or removed.
Parenting
Emoji Etiquette for Kids: Digital Communication Done Right
Emojis are like digital body language, but they can be misunderstood. This guide helps kids understand emoji etiquette to communicate clearly and avoid misunderstandings online.
General Cybersecurity
Paris 2024 Olympics: A Modern-Day Battle for Digital Gold
The Paris 2024 Olympics faced over 140 cyberattacks targeting government entities and critical infrastructure. Learn about this growing trend of cyber threats at international events.
General Cybersecurity
Critical VMware Vulnerability: How Netskope Protects Your Cloud Kingdom
VMware issued an emergency patch for a critical vulnerability with a 9.8 severity score. Learn how this affects your business and how Netskope provides protection.
General Cybersecurity
QR-Code Phishing: Check the Destination Before Acting
A QR code is a shortcut to information, not a trust mark. Before signing in or paying, verify the destination and the reason you were asked to scan.
General Cybersecurity
Is My Personal Data Really Safe Here?
In an era where data breaches have become disturbingly common, ensuring the safety of your personal data is more critical than ever. Learn how to protect your business and personal information from cyber threats.
General Cybersecurity
Set Up MFA and Know When to Reject a Prompt
Turn on MFA in an account’s official security settings, keep recovery access safe and never approve a sign-in you did not start.
General Cybersecurity
How to Uninstall Antivirus Software: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to properly remove antivirus software from Windows and macOS systems with this comprehensive guide, including using built-in uninstallers and removal tools.
General Cybersecurity
Section 230: The Law That Keeps the Internet Spicy (For Better or Worse)
Discover how Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act affects everyone from individual users to large corporations, and why this controversial law is both the hero and villain of the internet.
General Cybersecurity
Top Email Security Software and Service Providers: Ranked
Email security can be a full-time job. Between phishing attempts, malware, and managing encryption keys, here are the best email security software and service providers to help protect your business.
General Cybersecurity
NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Small, Medium, and Large Business Edition
Whether you're a small startup, a medium-sized company, or a massive corporation, NIST compliance comes with its share of pros and cons. Learn what each business size should know about the NIST framework.
General Cybersecurity
How to Pick the Right Antivirus: A Comprehensive Guide
In an age where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, having a reliable antivirus program is essential. This guide will walk you through the key factors to consider when choosing the best antivirus software for your needs.
General Cybersecurity
The Importance of Securing Your Business's Email Systems
Email is like the digital backbone of modern business, but it's also a prime target for cybercriminals. Learn how to protect your business email from phishing, malware, and other cyber threats.
General Cybersecurity
NIST Cybersecurity Framework: A Guide That Will Make or Break Your Security-or Give You Nightmares
Ready for a little cybersecurity-induced panic? Discover the NIST cybersecurity framework, why it matters, and the serious challenges U.S. organizations face when trying to implement these gold-standard security guidelines.
Parenting
Family Cybersecurity That Respects Everyone’s Control
A useful family safety plan combines account protections with clear ways to ask for help. Support should be agreed, understandable and proportionate.
Cybersecurity News
An Urgent Call From a Grandchild: A Callback Plan
If a grandchild appears to call urgently for money, hang up and call their saved number. You do not need to determine whether the voice was cloned before verifying.
Seniors
Romance Scams: When a Relationship Becomes a Money Request
An online relationship that turns into repeated requests for money deserves a pause. Talk to someone you trust before paying, investing or sharing financial information.
Seniors
Supporting an Older Adult Facing Financial Exploitation
Listen without blame when an older adult raises a suspicious payment or request. Immediate safety, consent and practical help matter more than a lecture.
Cybersecurity News
The 2025 AI Showdown: Kompact vs. Claude vs. ChatGPT vs. DeepSeek
If 2023 was the year everyone added 'AI Whisperer' to their LinkedIn bio, 2025 is the year we realized most AI tools are locked behind paywalls.
Cybersecurity News
An Unexpected Package Message: Check the Original Order
Check delivery problems through your original order or the carrier’s official site. Do not pay a redelivery fee or disclose information through an unexpected text.
Cybersecurity News
This Text Isn't From Your Bank: Verify the Alert
A bank name in a text is not proof of identity. Check the alert in the bank’s official app or call the number on your card before replying.
General Cybersecurity
Click with Confidence: ZoraSafe's Monthly Safety Reflection
In a world that's always connected, taking time to reflect on how we interact online is more important than ever.
Cybersecurity News
AI and Romance Scams: Verify Behavior, Not Just a Face
Convincing photos, messages or calls do not make an online relationship financially trustworthy. Be cautious when affection turns into pressure for money or an investment.
Seniors
AI Scam Safety for Older Adults
You do not have to detect an artificial voice to protect yourself. Pause an urgent request and verify it through a contact route you already know.
General Cybersecurity
Holiday Shopping Scams: What to Watch Out For
Cybercriminals ramp up their efforts during holiday seasons. Learn to identify and avoid common shopping scams.
General Cybersecurity
Zero-Trust Security: The Future of Cybersecurity
Understanding how zero-trust is reshaping cybersecurity for businesses, families, and everyone who has ever clicked "Remind me tomorrow."
Parenting
Teaching Kids About Online Safety: Age-Appropriate Strategies
A comprehensive guide for parents on how to educate children about internet safety while fostering healthy digital habits.
Cybersecurity News
The Rise of Deepfake Technology in Cybercrime
Deepfake technology is revolutionizing cybercrime, creating new challenges for individuals and businesses in detecting fraudulent content.
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