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How to avoid TikTok Shop scams
TikTok Shop scams have become harder to ignore as more users fall for shady sellers, fake job offers, or copycat profiles posing as legit brands. Scammers have been quick to take advantage of the platform’s growth, especially as it continues expanding into more countries. In this guide, we’ll break down how TikTok protects buyers, some common scams you might run…
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What is a bait and switch scam? How to spot and avoid them
What is a bait and switch scam, and what are the signs of one? It all starts with a tempting offer, a cheap laptop, a freebie in an ad, or a major discount. But once you’re drawn in, the deal disappears, and you’re led to a worse or pricier option. It’s not just deceptive; it’s illegal. These scams often appear…
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Is Google Chat safe? Key risks and how to avoid them
It’s a fast and easy way to keep in touch with friends and colleagues, but is Google Chat safe? Well, it does offer solid basics like TLS encryption, 2FA, and spam filters, but its lack of end-to-end encryption leaves you open to snooping from Google and Workspace admins. Moreover, Google collects data from your chats to enhance its products, which…
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Common cryptocurrency scams and how to avoid them
Cryptocurrency scams keep evolving, but most follow familiar tricks that prey on urgency, confusion, or excitement. Knowing what to watch for makes a big difference. This guide breaks down common cryptocurrency scams and how to avoid them without getting overwhelmed. You’ll find the most common scams range from fake exchanges and investment traps to phishing, blackmail, and shady mining or…
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What Is ‘Lifestyle Creep’ (and How to Avoid It)
The Trump tariffs we’ve seen so far will increase costs for the average American household by about $4,900, according to an April analysis from The Budget Lab at Yale University. And as you’re forced to spend more money on daily luxuries, it’s all too easy to adjust to a new normal. I’ve previously covered how too many people overstate the…
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10 Games That Let You Be a Pacifist and Avoid Killing People
There are many games that don’t force you to kill every time you get the chance. Some games actually reward players for holding back from murder, and these can provide a great challenge. If you’re into games where pacifism is allowed, there are plenty to choose from. 10 A Thief Never Kills if They Can Avoid It Square Enix The…
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Six Psychological Traps to Avoid When House Hunting
Buying a house has always been a stressful experience. It involves a lot of money for most people, and it’s where you’re going to live, the most meaningful space in your life. Finding the house that ticks all the financial, physical, and emotional boxes can be a challenge. And it’s a challenge that a lot of people fail: 82% of…
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Apple flew 600 tons of iPhones from India to the US to avoid Trump tariffs – Computerworld
Apple chartered six planes to fly 600 tons of iPhones into the US from India to avoid President Donald J. Trump’s tariffs, Reuters reports. That’s an estimated equivalent of up to 1.5 million smartphones. The company relies on iPhone manufacturers located in both China and India; China has now been hit with tariffs totaling 145% and India tariffs of 26%,…
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Steam gift card scams and how to avoid them
Steam gift card scams have been among the most successful phishing scams in recent years and are expected to gain traction over the coming years. There are two main variants of this scam, and both involve receiving messages through Steam itself or other social apps, such as Discord, that are popular with gamers. In this post, we’ll review both variants,…
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8 Hidden Costs of a Smart Home (and How to Avoid Them)
You can start your smart home journey with as little as a cheap smart plug. Your home will already be smarter, but it can quickly get addictive. One plug becomes five, and before you know it you’ve decked your home from top to bottom in smart home tech. All of this costs money, of course. Beyond the cost of the…
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