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Apple's big annual event on Tuesday delivered a polished and tightly produced showcase. The company's CEO, Tim Cook, led the presentation with sweeping visuals, confident pacing and a clear message: Apple is still betting big on premium innovation. But the real headline wasn't so much the tech; it was the prices.Earlier this year, President Donald Trump granted Apple a tariff break. Still, the company raised prices across its iPhone lineup. […]

A major milestone in construction has arrived. This time from Western Australia. Contec Australia has completed the nation's first multi-story 3D concrete printed home. Located in Tapping near Perth, the two-story residence was finished in just five months. Most impressive? The structural walls were 3D printed in only 18 hours of active printing time.This matters because it points to where housing might be heading here, too. With rising costs, labor […]

You've worked hard, saved smart, and now it's time to enjoy your retirement years. But here's the catch: your credit score still matters, even when you're no longer applying for mortgages, car loans or new credit cards. Why? Scammers know many seniors don't monitor their credit very often, and that makes retirees prime targets for identity theft. Due largely to increased scam attempts, financial losses for seniors reached $4.9 billion […]

QR codes that were once seen as a convenient shortcut for checking menus or paying bills have increasingly been turned into weapons. Fake delivery texts, counterfeit payment links and malicious codes pasted over legitimate ones have all become part of the modern fraud playbook.The latest warning from federal authorities shows just how far these tactics have gone. Criminals are now mailing out packages that people never ordered. Inside these boxes […]

You don't have to be a celebrity to want hotel privacy. Many guests, like Carol from Wisconsin, wonder if hidden cameras or security lapses could affect their next trip.The good news: most hotels value guest privacy because it's central to their business. Still, being aware and taking a few smart steps can give you extra peace of mind during your stay.Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy ReportGet my best tech […]

We all know the frustration of slow or unreliable Wi-Fi. Whether it's buffering during a favorite show or lagging video calls, it feels like you spend more time trying to fix the problem than actually enjoying the internet. But with a few easy settings changes, your Wi-Fi can work harder and give you the smooth connection you deserve. These tips don’t require any special apps or subscriptions, just tweak some […]

Columbia University recently confirmed a major cyberattack that compromised personal, financial and health-related information tied to students, applicants and employees. The victims include current and former students, employees and applicants. Notifications to affected individuals began Aug. 7 and are continuing on a rolling basis.Columbia, one of the oldest Ivy League universities, discovered the breach after a network outage in June. According to Columbia, the disruption was caused by an unauthorized […]

Rental car drivers are now turning to artificial intelligence to protect themselves from surprise damage fees. Major companies, such as Hertz and Sixt, have begun using automated inspection tools to detect scratches and dents. While these scanners promise efficiency, they have sparked backlash from renters who say they were unfairly billed for minor blemishes.To level the playing field, new consumer-focused apps are stepping in. Proofr, which launched recently, gives renters […]

IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:- Google CEO, major tech leaders join first lady Melania Trump at White House AI meeting- AI stock euphoria: Is this another 2000 dot-com bust in the making?- OpenAI teams up with Walmart to train millions of workers in artificial intelligenceFRONT AND CENTER: First lady Melania Trump hosted an artificial intelligence meeting with top industry leaders, including Google CEO Sundar Pichai Thursday, as she stressed the importance of managing AI’s growth "responsibly."WORLD-CHANGING: If you were investing […]