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Dark Web 101: What's there and why the government can't shut it down

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Wade through the waters of the Dark Web and you’ll find drugs, hitmen and all sorts of disturbing imagery. But it’s also a haven for privacy advocates. In this episode, I speak with ASU professor Victor Benjamin, who reveals just why it’s so hard to regulate — and why folks of all backgrounds can’t stop coming back.

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7 things you didn't know your Android could do

Billions worldwide use their Androids every day, but they might not be making the most of their devices. To be exact, Statista says there are 1.6 billion people with Androids, so if you use one, you’re in good company. One huge draw is the array of apps you can’t get anywhere else.

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After more than a decade of planning, the James Webb Space Telescope finally launched late last year. And since it just reached its destination, we shouldn’t have to wait long to see the most incredible photos taken of galaxies outside our own.

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More than just video calls: 8 new uses for your webcam

Thanks to the pandemic, video calls have become more common than ever before. People who never even made a video call are now using the tech to keep in touch for work, school, or simply a virtual happy hour.

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Need to set up a security system? Hire the pros

DIY projects have gotten incredibly popular during the pandemic. Folks are posting videos of themselves crafting slime — and sometimes spilling it everywhere. Some people are creating their own robots, NFTs and more.

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Scammers often target victims with fanciful schemes to increase their wealth. Whether through investing in cryptocurrencies or filling in forms, there will always be a catch. Pro tip: Get Kim’s eBook Cryptocurrency 101 for sound advice on how to invest in crypto.

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Suicide hotline caught selling caller data to for-profit companies

Suicide hotlines are designed to help people — not profit off of them. But the promise of cash is too strong for some companies to ignore. After all, according to the LA Times, data brokerage is a $200 billion industry.

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Online security measures are updated constantly, making it difficult for hackers to breach systems and steal information. But it doesn’t deter them for long, and they quickly shift towards other tactics.

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Cryptocurrency is created through crypto mining, which you can do at home with your computer. Unfortunately, this has given cybercriminals a new target, as they can secretly use your computer to mine for crypto without your knowledge.

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With each new iPhone model, you typically get more storage, a better camera, a faster processor, and new or improved features. Sometimes certain features are dropped as new models and updates are released. This could be a response to low interest or to make room for new features.

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Modern tech gadgets make stalking easier than before — which means you need to be aware of the many ways people can track you. One husband always knew where his wife went, down to her arrival and departure times, although she didn’t tell him the details. When she asked me for help, I told her he was probably tracking her through Google, which keeps a secret map of everywhere you’ve been.

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