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Today in History – January 1

World History 1959 – Cuban Revolution Triumphs Why it matters: Shifted Cold War power in the Americas and led to long-lasting U.S.–Cuba tensions. 1901 – Commonwealth of Australia Formed Why it matters: United separate colonies into one nation with a strong democratic system. 1801 – United Kingdom of Great Britain […]

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Chinese‑Linked Groups Using ChatGPT for Malicious Activities

OpenAI recently revealed a troubling trend: several China‑linked actors are exploiting ChatGPT for covert influence operations, cybercrime, and phishing campaigns. Influence Operations: Groups are using AI-generated text—and even profile images—to post political content that amplifies U.S. domestic tensions. One campaign actively promoted both sides of divisive topics such as tariffs, […]

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Identifying Auto Warranty Scams

Auto extended warranty scams have become an increasingly common threat, especially for senior citizens. These scams often begin with phone calls, texts, or emails from scammers posing as representatives from auto warranty companies or even auto manufacturers. While seniors are frequently targeted due to perceived vulnerabilities or less familiarity with […]

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How Seniors Can Safeguard Against Counterfeit Prescription Drugs Sold Online

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has recently issued a warning about counterfeit prescription drugs sold through illegal online pharmacies, many of which contain dangerous substances such as fentanyl and methamphetamine. This poses significant risks, especially to seniors seeking affordable medications online. To avoid being scammed, seniors should […]

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Care.com Agrees to $8.5 Million FTC Settlement for Deceptive Practices

Care.com has agreed to an $8.5 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) following allegations of deceiving caregivers and families using its platform. According to the complaint, Care.com engaged in deceptive advertising by overstating the number of available jobs and making unsubstantiated claims about potential earnings, luring caregivers into […]

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What is AI?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) refers to the development of computer systems that can perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. These tasks include reasoning, learning, problem-solving, perception, language understanding, and decision-making. AI can be categorized into two main types: Narrow AI (Weak AI): This type of AI is designed to perform […]

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Online Scams Targeting Senior Citizens

Senior citizens are often targeted by online scams due to their perceived vulnerability and lack of familiarity with digital platforms. Here are some of the most common online scams that senior citizens encounter, along with tips on how to avoid them: 1. Phishing Scams Description: Phishing scams involve fake emails, […]