Researchers uncover Volta-Autodoxer, malicious software designed to steal passwords, financial information, and digital records—then use artificial intelligence to profile its victims. Imagine a criminal gaining access to your computer and…
Protecting personal information and understanding how artificial intelligence, connected devices, and digital platforms collect, use, and share our data.
AI Agents Are Starting to Do Things for You. Are They Ready to Be Trusted?
Artificial intelligence is moving beyond answering questions to navigating websites, organizing information, and completing tasks. The possibilities are impressive—but giving software permission to act on our behalf introduces a new…
AI Security Tips for Travelers: How to Protect Your Digital Life Away From Home
From suspicious hotel Wi-Fi networks to convincing travel scams, artificial intelligence is changing the risks travelers face. But it can also help them recognize threats and protect their personal information.…
When Your AI Agent Knows Too Much — and Acts Without Asking
Artificial intelligence assistants promise to take care of everyday tasks. But when they can negotiate, send messages and share personal information on their own, convenience may come at an unexpected…
Your Smart Doorbell May Be Watching More Than You Think
Amazon's new encryption system promises better protection for Ring camera recordings. But the company can still temporarily access video data to power its smart features. The camera watching your front…
Who Owns the Data About Your Body?
Your phone, smartwatch and health apps can collect remarkably personal information. As digital health grows, understanding where that data goes is becoming part of taking care of yourself. Your phone…
What Should You Never Tell an AI Chatbot?
AI can be extraordinarily helpful. But before you type something personal into that little box, ask yourself a simple question: Would I be comfortable giving this information to someone I…
The New Scams That Know Your Name
La FTC informó que en 2025 hubo más de un millón de reportes de estafas de suplantación y $3.5 mil millones en pérdidas reportadas. El FBI también ha documentado campañas…