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#fraud-prevention
fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

'Grey's Anatomy' star Chris Carmack, wife fall victim to online AI scam, now raising awareness

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

My credit card details were stolen on holiday - here's how you can stop it happening to you

fromIndependent
4 days ago
Travel

'Incredibly convincing'- Fraudsters targeting holidaymakers with sophisticated accommodation scams

fromABC7 Chicago
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

'Grey's Anatomy' star Chris Carmack, wife fall victim to online AI scam, now raising awareness

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

My credit card details were stolen on holiday - here's how you can stop it happening to you

fromIndependent
4 days ago
Travel

'Incredibly convincing'- Fraudsters targeting holidaymakers with sophisticated accommodation scams

#amazon
fromWIRED
3 years ago
Marketing tech

Don't Let Prime Day Pass You By-Here Are Our Tips on How You Can Shop Like a Pro

fromWIRED
3 years ago
Marketing tech

Don't Let Prime Day Pass You By-Here Are Our Tips on How You Can Shop Like a Pro

#scams
fromZDNET
3 months ago
Online marketing

Google Maps yanks over 10,000 fake business listings - how to spot the scam

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Did TikTok tell you to buy luxury goods straight from China? Experts say proceed with caution | CBC News

fromZDNET
3 months ago
Online marketing

Google Maps yanks over 10,000 fake business listings - how to spot the scam

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Fashion & style

Did TikTok tell you to buy luxury goods straight from China? Experts say proceed with caution | CBC News

fromCNET
2 weeks ago

Stop Overpaying for Internet: 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying Internet for Big Savings

When the time comes to shop for home internet, it can be tempting to just buy whatever convenient internet plan your friends and neighbors are using and move on with your life.
Digital life
#sustainability
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Don't believe these tech myths

The idea that uncooked rice will draw moisture from a waterlogged phone is pervasive, yet Apple advises against it to prevent damage from rice particles.
Digital life
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Is Store-Bought Honey Real Honey? - Tasting Table

There are at least 26 different types of honey, each with unique flavor profiles, making the buying process complex and sometimes confusing for consumers.
Food & drink
#food-labeling
#supplements
Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

The Supplement Business Has a Trust Problem. This Tech Startup Wants to Fix That. | Entrepreneur

Greater awareness is crucial for supplement consumers due to a lack of regulatory oversight leading to potential health risks.
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago
Growth hacking

Those Creatine Gummies You Bought Online Might Not Contain Any Creatine

Growth hacking
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

The Supplement Business Has a Trust Problem. This Tech Startup Wants to Fix That. | Entrepreneur

Greater awareness is crucial for supplement consumers due to a lack of regulatory oversight leading to potential health risks.
fromWIRED
4 weeks ago
Growth hacking

Those Creatine Gummies You Bought Online Might Not Contain Any Creatine

fromIrish Independent
4 weeks ago

Large numbers of Irish holidaymakers getting stung by unexpected car rental charges

Research highlights that nearly 20% of car renters face unexpected damage claims and pressure to purchase unnecessary insurance at rental desks.
Cars
#environmental-impact
#product-safety
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Is It Actually Organic? A Mattress Testing Expert Breaks Down Natural and Organic Certifications

As a professional mattress tester, I've seen an upward trend in the past few years of people looking into organic mattresses, toppers, and sheets.
Non-profit organizations
#social-media
#health-risks
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Warning over health food that's riddled with toxins linked to cancer

Gluten-free foods, particularly cassava-based products, may contain hazardous levels of lead linked to serious health risks.
Cannabis
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Toxic pesticide levels found in tampons 40 times higher than legal limit for water

Toxic pesticide levels in tampons exceed legal limits for drinking water, raising health concerns about absorption through vaginal contact.
Environment
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

16 Sneaky Spots Microplastics Are Hiding in Your Home (and 16 Easy Swaps for Them)

Microplastics are pervasive in daily life and pose health risks, but consumers can reduce exposure.
SF food
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Warning over health food that's riddled with toxins linked to cancer

Gluten-free foods, particularly cassava-based products, may contain hazardous levels of lead linked to serious health risks.
Cannabis
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Toxic pesticide levels found in tampons 40 times higher than legal limit for water

Toxic pesticide levels in tampons exceed legal limits for drinking water, raising health concerns about absorption through vaginal contact.
Environment
fromApartment Therapy
2 months ago

16 Sneaky Spots Microplastics Are Hiding in Your Home (and 16 Easy Swaps for Them)

Microplastics are pervasive in daily life and pose health risks, but consumers can reduce exposure.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Share your experience of being scammed into buying fake concert tickets

Earlier this year, Ticketmaster released an official warning to fans planning to attend any concerts this summer, encouraging hopeful buyers to purchase tickets on official sites only.
London music
#health
#food-labels
#food-safety
fromFortune
1 month ago
SF food

Doritos and Mountain Dew could carry a new 'not recommended for human consumption' warning under landmark Texas bill

fromFortune
1 month ago
SF food

Doritos and Mountain Dew could carry a new 'not recommended for human consumption' warning under landmark Texas bill

fromTasting Table
1 month ago

How Much Caffeine Is In A Tall Starbucks Decaf Coffee? - Tasting Table

When ordering decaf from Starbucks, it’s important to note that it still contains caffeine, with about 20 milligrams per tall brewed coffee.
Coffee
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Dear Abby: How should I warn them about what's happening in the breakroom?

I agree the employees in your office should know about this. At least they will be on notice about which poison they are consuming. Report this to HR.
NYC parents
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Most Important Steak Question To Ask Your Butcher, According To Actual Butchers - Tasting Table

Don't be shy to ask the butcher where displayed meat is from, as it can have a direct impact on how your meal will taste.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

13 Mistakes To Avoid When Buying New Kitchen Appliances - Tasting Table

Not considering your kitchen style is a common mistake. New appliances should enhance the overall aesthetic rather than clash with it, ensuring a harmonious design.
Everyday cooking
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

24 "Weird But Effective" Frugal Habits That People Swear By

Price-match an item every chance I get. Not a lot of people know about price match policies at your favorite retailers, but you can almost always find it cheaper elsewhere.
Marketing
Marketing tech
fromAndroid Authority
2 months ago

Who's paying for that Google ad? Search upgrades My Ad Center to reveal source of ad funding

Google enhances transparency in ads by adding a 'funded by' section to My Ad Center.
Users can now better understand the companies behind the ads they see.
#gdpr
EU data protection
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

GDPR Rollout a Success-Except When It Comes to Knowing the ICO | HackerNoon

Consumer awareness of GDPR is high but knowledge of the regulator is lacking.
GDPR has led to improvements in privacy perceptions among consumers.
EU data protection
fromHackernoon
1 year ago

GDPR Rollout a Success-Except When It Comes to Knowing the ICO | HackerNoon

Consumer awareness of GDPR is high but knowledge of the regulator is lacking.
GDPR has led to improvements in privacy perceptions among consumers.
Cryptocurrency
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Alarming scam attacking customers of America's biggest banks

Scammers impersonate bank representatives to steal funds from victims by creating a false sense of security.
#local-economy
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

People have just realized what a popular condom brand means

Durex has always stood for DU-rability, R-eliability, and EX-cellence, both globally and in Australia. We're proud to lead conversations on sexual wellness.
Digital life
#inflation
Privacy technologies
fromMotorBiscuit
2 months ago

Police Sgt reveals that all 2018+ cars are trackable

Many newer vehicles are trackable via GPS technology incorporated since 2018.
Automakers may not disclose tracking features clearly in consumer agreements.
#health-insurance
Healthcare
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Insurers slashing health plan benefits at same time as they push through huge premium hikes

Health insurers are reducing benefits while increasing premiums, a phenomenon termed 'shrinkflation'.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

A digital take on Earth Day cleanup

Many users don't realize that cloud storage relies on physical data centers, leading to concerns about data waste.
Digital life
#nutrition
NYC parents
fromFuturism
2 months ago

There's Something Horrifying in Your Toothpaste

A staggering 90% of toothpaste brands tested contain toxic metals, prompting concerns over child safety.
Household toothpaste brands, including those for kids, contain lead and other heavy metals.
Fashion & style
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Chinese manufacturers on TikTok claim they make the world's luxury goods. Is that true?

Luxury brands exploit consumers through high markups while relying on Chinese manufacturing, leading to viral TikTok revelations about pricing and quality.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Think about slavery before buying cheap clothes - ex-PM

Consumers should consider the origins of cheap fashion to combat modern slavery, which former PM Theresa May calls a major human rights issue.
Silicon Valley food
fromEater
3 months ago

What It Actually Means to Cull a Flock of Chickens

The rise in egg prices is linked to horrific culling practices that highlight a disconnect between consumer morality and animal suffering.
fromwww.theargus.co.uk
3 months ago

Martin Lewis gives urgent pension warning for anyone aged under 73

The new state pension started in 2016 and requires men born after April 5, 1951, and women born after April 5, 1953, to check their National Insurance contributions.
Retirement
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'We were out of pocket almost 3,000' - how undeclared health conditions cost Irish holidaymakers thousands

Many Irish holidaymakers could face denied travel insurance claims simply due to not declaring minor health conditions such as colds or raised cholesterol.
UK news
fromwww.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk
3 months ago

Check your meters this week - and beat the April bills increases

It is very important to make sure your smart meter is working properly because if it is faulty it can pose several dangers.
Gadgets
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

This Simple Home Product Could Save Your Life, But No One Replaces Theirs Often Enough

Nearly one in five households believed all their alarms would be functioning but had at least one issue when tested, highlighting a significant disconnect in fire safety.
Gadgets
fromThe Daily Dot
3 months ago

'This feels deceptive': Walmart shopper reaches for Great Value Strawberries and Cream Oatmeal. Then he takes a closer look

"You are not going to believe this," Ferguson states at the beginning of his video. He's then seen picking up a box of Walmart's Great Value brand instant oatmeal from a shelf.
SF food
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

These chemicals may lurk in your personal care products

Understanding personal care products' ingredients helps consumers identify potentially harmful chemicals like parabens and phthalates, promoting safer choices.
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