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How to Update Your Privacy Tools for the AI Era (and Cut Cyber Risk) The way cybercriminals operate has changed. Over the past year, attackers have started using artificial intelligence to craft more convincing phishing emails, mimic voices in phone scams, and probe for weaknesses faster than any human could. A June 2026 report from the World Economic Forum underscored how AI is accelerating cybercrime, often by revealing flaws that traditional security tools miss. For the average person, this means the privacy tools you relied on two years ago may no longer be enough. ...

How to Spot and Avoid Online Shopping Scams: Tips from VA, FTC, and FBI Online shopping has become a routine part of life for most people, but it also comes with a growing risk of fraud. According to the FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report, released in May 2025, cybercrime losses in the United States reached into the billions last year. A significant portion of those losses involve online shopping scams—phony stores, phishing messages, and deals that seem too good to be true. Veterans and military families are often targeted, partly because scammers know they may have steady benefits or pensions. ...

Your privacy tools are outdated – here’s how to fix them for the AI era If you’re still relying on the same privacy settings and security tools you set up two or three years ago, you may be more exposed than you realise. AI is changing how cybercriminals operate, and many of the defences that used to work well are no longer enough. ...

Watch Out for Online Shopping Scams: What Veterans and Everyone Should Know This Season Online shopping is convenient, but it also attracts scammers—especially during peak sales periods like holidays, tax season, or big promotions. The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report shows that cybercrime losses in the United States reached nearly $12.5 billion, with online purchase scams consistently among the top categories reported. Veterans and military families are frequent targets because scammers know they often have stable incomes and may trust official-looking communications. The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Federal Trade Commission have published multiple alerts urging caution. Here’s a grounded look at how these scams work and what you can do to stay safe. ...

Your Privacy Toolkit Is Outdated: How to Block AI-Powered Threats Cybercriminals have started using generative AI to automate attacks, craft convincing phishing messages, and exploit weaknesses in everyday privacy tools. Many of the password managers, VPNs, and browser extensions people rely on were not designed with these new threats in mind. Updating how you configure and use these tools is one of the most effective ways to reduce your risk. ...

What Microsoft’s Year of Email Security Data Reveals About Your Inbox If you use Microsoft 365, Outlook, or any Microsoft-hosted email, the company’s latest security benchmark offers a rare look at what actually lands in your inbox — and what gets stopped before you ever see it. ...

3 Ways to Spot Online Shopping Scams Before You Lose Money Shopping online is convenient, but it also opens the door to scammers who have grown more sophisticated. In the past year, the FBI, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Department of Veterans Affairs have all issued warnings about the rising tide of online shopping fraud. The FBI’s 2024 Internet Crime Report, released in May 2025, put the total losses from online shopping scams in the billions. The VA, meanwhile, has been reminding veterans and military families to watch out for scams and stay safe while online shopping. ...

Email Security Best Practices: How to Protect Your Inbox from Hackers and Scammers Your email inbox is a gateway to your digital life. If someone gets into your email, they can often reset passwords for your bank, social media, and other accounts, lock you out, or steal personal information. That’s why email security is not optional — it’s one of the most basic ways to protect yourself online. ...

Update These Privacy Tools Now to Stay Safe in the AI Era The same artificial intelligence that powers helpful assistants and content generators is now being used by attackers to speed up and refine cybercrime. According to a recent World Economic Forum article, the rapid evolution of AI is exposing security flaws faster than many users can adapt. While the headlines focus on enterprise risks, everyday consumers also need to adjust the privacy tools they already rely on. Here’s what you should update today. ...

Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Have Been Scammed While Shopping Online: How to Protect Yourself If you’ve ever clicked “Buy Now” on a deal that felt a little too good to be true, you’re not alone. According to a November 2025 study from the Pew Research Center, about a third of Americans say they’ve experienced an online shopping scam. With holiday shopping in full swing, that number is a reminder to slow down and check before you check out. ...