News & Analysis
Clause in Budget Bill Could End State AI Regulations
One of the provisions in the “big, beautiful” budget bill would ban states from regulating AI for the next 10 years.
Meta, Ray-Ban Release Second-Generation Smart Glasses
I was riding my bicycle the other day taking pictures, talking on the phone and sending and receiving texts without ever taking my hands off the handle bars.
Ask Trish: What The Heck Just Happened At OpenAI?
“Hi Trish…I saw a bunch of stuff go down at OpenAI with Sam Altman. Can u explain what happened?”
Google is introducing Wallet for Kids
If your child has an Android phone, you’ll soon be able to enable them to make payments and access loyalty cards.
LA Fires Remind Us to Backup Data and Prepare for Outages
Whether it’s fires, earthquakes, tornadoes or even massive hack attacks, it’s important to make sure your data is backed up.
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How Americans Feel about AI
Talking to your family about artificial intelligence.
UN Internet Governance Forum Focuses on AI
I spent five days last week in Kyoto, Japan, at the 18th annual United Nations Internet Governance Forum.
Ask Trish: Deepfakes
I’ve been hearing all about deepfakes in the news these days. What are deepfakes and why are people so worried about them?
Managing Privacy on Facebook
There’s an old saying, “Everyone complains about the weather, but nobody ever seems to do anything about it.” The same could be said about Facebook privacy.
Is Artificial Intelligence the Next Search Engine?
Google fundamentally changed the way we search for information, and IA services like ChatGPT and Bard may do the same.
FBI Issues Warning About Sextortion After Arrest in Teen Death
The FBI, the Department of Homeland Security and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) issued a joint national public safety alert on financial sextortion schemes.
What is Catfishing and Why It’s Dangerous
Catfishing can result in disappointment and broken hearts, but — as in the case in Riverside — it can also end in tragedy.
Shop Safely this Holiday Season
There are indeed some real bargains out there, but beware of any that are “too good to be true.”
Surveys Shed Light on Teen and Parent Feelings about Social Media
It’s relatively rare to get new research on teens, parents and social media but three surveys dropped this week.
UN Internet Governance Forum Focuses on AI
I spent five days last week in Kyoto, Japan, at the 18th annual United Nations Internet Governance Forum.
Ask Trish: Deepfakes
I’ve been hearing all about deepfakes in the news these days. What are deepfakes and why are people so worried about them?
Managing Privacy on Facebook
There’s an old saying, “Everyone complains about the weather, but nobody ever seems to do anything about it.” The same could be said about Facebook privacy.
Is Artificial Intelligence the Next Search Engine?
Google fundamentally changed the way we search for information, and IA services like ChatGPT and Bard may do the same.
FBI Issues Warning About Sextortion After Arrest in Teen Death
The FBI, the Department of Homeland Security and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) issued a joint national public safety alert on financial sextortion schemes.
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Russian Cyberattacks are Possible. Be Prepared But Not Panicked.
Although it’s very unlikely that average Americans will be directly targeted by a Russian cyberattack, it is quite possible to become an indirect victim of an attack against a company, health care organization or government agency we rely on.
Real-Time Location Sharing Can Enhance, Jeopardize Safety
Snapchat is the latest app to add real-time location sharing, which means you can use it to inform friends and family of your exact location even if the app is closed.
Metaverse: What’s the Risk?
You’ve probably heard the term “metaverse,” which is being embraced by numerous tech companies. The company formerly known as Facebook is so committed to the idea, that it’s renamed itself “Meta” to symbolize its deep dive into this new online world.
Generosity is Great, But Be Cautious When Giving to Charity
“Giving Tuesday,” which is now behind us, is really the start of the end-of-the-year holiday giving period. Unfortunately, this season of generosity also brings out online scammers.
Computing Has Gone Full Circle, and It’s Time to Go Back a Bit
My very first computer was a Cyber 70. I didn’t own it nor did I ever get within a few feet of it. It was a giant mainframe housed at the University of Massachusetts Amherst Graduate Research Center.
Facebook Not Alone in Embrace of ‘Metaverse’
As you’ve undoubtedly heard, Facebook has renamed itself Meta. Some people thought that was in response to the company’s recent troubles, but a company the size of Facebook doesn’t go through a major rebranding in a matter of weeks. It’s clearly been on the drawing board for months, if not longer.
Facebook Offers Tools to ‘Slow Down’ Toxic Conversations
Facebook has new tools to help moderate conversations and potential conflict within a group.
Tips for Preventing ‘Ransomware’ Attacks
A ransomware attack can encrypt data or lock you completely out of your device. It can also be used as a form of blackmail or extortion if the hacker finds something that they think may embarrass or incriminate you. Although victims are often large companies or public agencies, it can affect small businesses or people at home.
New Research & Resources for Online Wellness
It’s been a big week when it comes to resources for promoting wellness and helping protect children online. with new resources from Google and Instagram and a study from Common Sense Media.