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The Belgian family of four was on their fourth trip to the United States. They had been dreading the long line at passport control when they entered the country but had heard about a new app they could use to ease their way and decided to give it a shot. Within minutes, they had bypassed the long line at Washington …

Although a private browsing mode known as “Incognito” in Google’s widely used Chrome browser has been available for nearly a decade, a legal settlement involving the way it works has cast new attention on this commonly available setting. The settlement disclosed Monday in a federal court is primarily designed to ensure that users who use Incognito mode in Chrome get …

IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER: – Taco Bell, Pizza Hut going ‘AI-first’ with fast-food innovations- Katy Perry, Miranda Lambert among 200 names on a letter asking AI developers to respect artists’ rights- OPINION: AI needs a lot of electricity —oil and gas will help FAST-FOOD INNOVATIONS: Yum! Brands, the operator of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell and The Habit Burger Grill restaurants, …

The Unitree H1 robot is flipping the script on what humanoid robots can do — literally. This bipedal bot has just snagged the spotlight by pulling off a standing backflip without any hydraulics. That’s right, no bulky, leak-prone hydraulics here, just pure electric dexterity. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, QUICK VIDEO TIPS, TECH REVIEWS AND …

Planning a vacation is exciting, but the lead-up can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. From managing mail delivery to ensuring home security, there are several steps you can take to make your time away more relaxing. Let’s dive into some practical tips to help you prepare before your next getaway. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, …

For those of us with older loved ones, we understand the challenges technology can present. But did you know their iPhones have a nifty trick up their sleeve? It’s called Assistive Access, and it’s essentially a powerful, helpful “Senior Mode.” This feature simplifies the iPhone interface, making it far easier for seniors to navigate. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY …

Russian-backed hackers are using malware disguised as a PDF encryption tool to steal your information. According to the Threat Analysis Group report, Coldriver will send victims encrypted PDFs. When the unsuspecting victim replies saying they can’t see the PDF, the group will send a download link that poses as an encryption tool. But it’s really malware. According to Threat Analysis …

There was the deepfake audio robocall of President Biden telling you to hold your vote. And just last week, a phony video of Donald Trump with Black voters made the rounds. AI deepfakes are a massive problem this election season, and it’s easy to get taken — especially when your news and social feeds are full of this junk. By …

Google co-founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin loved pulling pranks, so much so they began rolling outlandish ideas every April Fools’ Day not long after starting their company more than a quarter century ago. One year, Google posted a job opening for a Copernicus research center on the moon. Another year, the company said it planned to roll out a …

There’s a common misconception that Apple products come with more security than Android. Whatever side of the argument you’re on, don’t let that idea prevent you from keeping your guard up. There’s a new scam out there targeting iPhone users, and if you’re unprepared, you might find yourself permanently locked out. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY …