Here's what your digital life is worth

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What could your credentials fetch on the dark web? Here’s why they’re worth a lot. 

Tags: Credentials, Dark Web, digital life, worth


Bad news: Here's how much your social media logins cost on the Dark Web

What if I told you for just $12, someone could buy your Instagram login. They could read all your messages, look through everything you’ve “liked” and even post as you.

Whizcase gathered prices from Dark Web marketplaces to see how much your online identity is worth, and it’s grim. 

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Official trailer for 'All the Light We Cannot See'

Drawing from the acclaimed Pulitzer Prize-winning book, “All the Light We Cannot See” shares the story of Marie-Laure Leblanc, a young blind girl seeking solace alongside her father and reclusive uncle in the sheltered confines of St. Malo, France, during World War II.

Best ways to block scam calls - And an easier way to stop scammers

When it comes to telemarketing and scam calls, the best thing to do is not pick up the phone. But it’s not always easy to tell whether an incoming call is legitimate — especially if your phone doesn’t show that scam or spam warning.

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Holiday scams: 4 spreading right now to watch out for

Pine needles, broken Christmas lights, expensive shipping and the crowds at Costco all rank high on my Holiday No Thank You list. Now add scams to that.

Knowledge is power, and I don’t want you to fall for this junk. That starts with knowing what’s happening most right now in the world of cybercrime.

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iPhone and Android photo fix 101: How to save blurry pictures

Ever had one of those “oops” moments taking pictures? Your hand wobbles and the photo is as elusive as a Bigfoot sighting. (Or, in my case, my dog Abby doing something super cute.)

Before you rush to hit delete, hang tight! I’ve got a few helpful tricks to fix blurry photos. 

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Scammers are targeting teens - Warn your Gen Zer about these tricks

OK, I need to talk to my Gen Z son, Ian, about this. And you should speak to anyone in your circle born between 1996 and 2010. 

The fine folks at the FBI’s crime division say teens have lost 2,500% more money to scams in the past five years. Compare that to an 805% increase for seniors. Still not great, but at least it’s not 2,500%.

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Don’t want to drop $1K on a new phone? Do this instead

It was a little anticlimactic when I went from the iPhone 14 Pro Max to the 15 Pro Max. Side-by-side, they look an awful lot like the same phone. The one thing that stood out was how shiny and clean the 15 looked.

You don’t have to shell out a lot of money — jump into the settings and use a little elbow grease to make your current phone sparkle.

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Stop mailing checks and use a special pen when writing checks

If you’re still mailing checks, now would be a good time to go paperless. New reports show that check fraud has doubled in the past year, thanks to organized crime. Things are so concerning that the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) warns Americans to stop mailing checks completely.

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One of the strangest places on Google Maps

It’s a village with life-size dolls in Japan. Located in Nagoro, more than 350 dolls represent villagers who once lived there but have either moved or passed away. You have to see this.

Expired, dangerous stuff hiding in your house: Fire extinguishers, recalled products and lots more

Look around your house, and you’ll see things you never even realized have a shelf-life — and I don’t mean things like food that have a best-by date.

Take fire extinguishers. Over time, they can lose pressure. Those and smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years or so.

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