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Feds Making Money Moves

The FedNow service and digital dollar will transform the concept of money throughout the economy.

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Apps Worth Mentioning : SheMatters

On of the biggest problems impacting the African-American community is medical care. While research and treatments continue to expand for white Americans people of color are left out. Black women are especially absent in medical research. But, just like other women, they are affected by issues of postpartum medical and mental health. Enter Jade Kearney.… Read More »

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The Hottest Air Conditioning Scam

As if you didn’t  see this one was coming? This has been one of the hottest summers on record across the globe. Even in London the temperature has easily topped a 100 degrees. And like any other opportunity the scammers swing into action. Is Lowe’s, one of America’s largest hardware store chains is not giving… Read More »

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World Password Day

Don’t do something dumb like using easy to guess passwords! Like your pets name!

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What is Google Doing to Black Employees?

Is Google hiring Black employees to employ them to their full potential? Or is Google just playing the game to make their diversity culture seem legit? We have, on many occasions, praised Google for their efforts at increasing diversity within its corporate structure.  In the past OnTechStreet has highlighted such efforts as Google’s Black Founder’s… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report, Barack Obama

The upcoming Netflix documentary Our Great National Parks, will have former President Barack Obama narrating the five-part series looking at wildlife around the world. The president and his wife Michelle announced last February a slate of programming they are producing for Netflix via their Higher Ground Productions company. Surprisingly the announcement made no mention that… Read More »

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Tax Season 2022 – Beware Malware Tax Scam

Scammers have two seasons tax season and the holidays. And that’s when they are working harder than a rookie trying to make the team. Tax season is prime hunting time for identity thieves, tax scammers, refund theft and other fraud. You better be on your toes or face the consequences. So in order to be… Read More »

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Cheaper Internet for Low Income Americans

In today’s world living with little or no internet connectivity can be a crushing circumstance.

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‘Tis The Season to Teach Children about Money!

Now, not tomorrow, is the best time to teach Black children the importance of good money management.

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Online Holiday Shopping! Let’s get started!

Holiday shopping season is about to begin. Exercise caution! Scammers and hackers are online and ready to rob you of the Christmas spirit.

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Blacktag Joins Growing Black Streaming Television Networks

Blacktag streaming is meant to create wealth and ownership for black creators.

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Breach Brief – Medical Records, Instagram, TikTok

TikTok and Instagram hit by data scraping theft and your medical records were exposed.

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Ava Duvernay & Colin Kaepernick

Protesting against social injustice, systemic racism, and police brutality Kaepernick took a knee during the national anthem. Attempts to destroy him have failed.

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Cyber Security Awareness Month – Scams Targeting Seniors

Compared to teens who grew up with the internet the elderly just can’t grasp the new technology or how it can hurt them. #BeCyberSmart

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Weighing Big Tech’s Promise to Black America

From Wired.com Victor Luckerson  Backchannel  10.05.2021 Last year, Netflix made a pledge that represents the tech industry’s best shot at redressing the nation’s racial inequality. How seriously should we take it? In the spring of 2020, folks in New Orleans’ Lower Ninth Ward started flocking to the Sankofa food pantry on Dauphine Street however they… Read More »

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Cyber Security Awareness Month

Phishing means the cyber criminal got you on the hook!

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October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

Are you cyber safe? Do you practice good cyber security Let’s talking about good cyber security habits.
#BeCyberSafe

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Privacy: Who is Selling Your Data? And How to Stop It!

Black people call it; “Putting your business in the street.” Online you have no privacy. There is help.

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Most Popular Amazon Scams

Whatever you need Amazon got…including scams.

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Its a Black Twitter Thang! Pt. 3

How Black Twitter became a thing.

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Its a Black Twitter Thang! Pt. 2

How Black Twitter became a thing!

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Its a Black Twitter Thang! Part 1

How Black Twitter became a thing!

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Breach Brief – Was LinkedIn Hacked Again? and Carnival Was Hacked Again!

Again and again hackers take down the weak and inept.

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Amazon = The Borg!

Amazon Prime has everything you need to be assimilated. Resistance is futile!

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HP Sets Lofty Diversity Goals

HP has been chasing diversity since 1929. Now they have set the bar even higher for themselves and the tech sector.

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And Now Post Pandemic Scams

Online scams are as common as rain and sunshine. And as the pandemic comes to a close the scams keep coming. Fake Vaccine Cards Yes, you can buy a fake vaccine card online. Criminals are cashing in on the U.S. COVID-19 immunization effort by selling forgeries of government-issued “vaccination record cards” that show people have… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Terry Crews Has His Own Cryptocurrency

Wait what? Yeah you read it right, former NFL gamer and now bare chested TV hunk Terry Crews is introducing his own cryptocurrency. You wanna tell him he can’t. Be my guest!  Crews launched his own social currency via the startup Roll, a platform that allows so-called “creatives” to crypto-monetize themselves and their own content… Read More »

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SCAM ALERTS!

Its the internet. The world wide web of fake people on dating websites. Fake products and services, fake news websites and misinformation of all types. Its a whole universe of fake. And the scams are everywhere. Travel Website Scam The COVID-19 pandemic appears to be winding down. And so naturally the travel for pleasure industry… Read More »

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Tax Season 2021 – IRS Warns of New Tricks

Cyber criminals are spoofing IRS websites and stealing credentials. Its tax season folks. Here we go again!

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Google Recognizes It’s Black Talent – Camille Stewart

Camille Stewart is an impressive representative of black talent working in cyber security working at Google.

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Donald Glover, Dave Chappelle, Jay-Z

Its a beautiful day in Africa-America when we see major television, movie, and streaming services battling over black talent.  Amazon has scored a victory in the black talent battles by stealing away Donald Glover from FX.  According to The Hollywood Reporter Glover has secured an eight-figure deal that will have him working on a number… Read More »

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Breach Brief – Facebook, USCellular, MeetMindful.com

Facebook downplays yet another data breach, USCellular and MeetMindful.com lose customer personal data.

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African-American History Month Goes Online

Thanks to Carter G. Woodson February has been designated African-American History Month.
Now its online!

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Technology Identifying Capitol Rioters

Capitol hill rioters can’t hide. The worlds greatest spy has them nailed. The smartphone!

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Breach Brief – Texas DMV, PlutoTV, Verizon

Texas DMV data breach should not have happened. Pluto won’t talk about its breach and Verizon can’t fix theirs.

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Dave Chappelle, Ava DuVernay, Michael B. Jordan

Dave Chappelle flexes his star power while Michael B. Jordan goes OnlyFans for his barber.

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Online Holiday Shopping 2020 – Get Ready! – Be Aware!

Holiday shopping season is also online scam season You need to be ready and aware to protect yourself because no one else is going to do it for you. One of the most important things you can do is start now to develop good cyber security habits. Here are a few tips for shopping online… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Beyonce Hooks Up with Peloton

Beyonce and Peloton are hooking up to celebrate HBCU homecoming season.

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Breach Brief – Booking.com, Expedia.com

Using Expedia.com, Booking.com? Then you’ve been caught up in a data breach. And its nasty!

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Online Holiday Shopping: You’re Better Off with Google or Apple Pay

Card Not Present fraud will explode this holiday season. Apple or Google Pay could save you from the cyber Scrooge!

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Breach Brief – Everybody’s Voter Data!

This election year is shaping up to be a maddening event with more than just your usual election year shenanigans, twisted facts, deliberate lies and social media conspiracies. Now we have a massive voter data breach to add to the mess. Security researchers have identified databases containing detailed information about voters across the nation listed… Read More »

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Why Facebook’s Fight for Survival Hinges on a Smooth Election

Zuckerberg is hoping Facebook is not found among the casualties of the information war.

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Cyber Security Awareness Month – Payment Apps

Instant money transfer apps are quick and easy. And the crooks are just as quick!

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Election 2020 – Social Media Takes Action

Social media companies know they will be blamed for election shenanigans.

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Cyber Security Awareness Month – VPNs

Quick! What is a VPN? Do you even know? Are your using one? Is it free or are you paying for it? Well if you don’t know what a VPN is then forget the other questions. What is a VPN? A VPN or virtual private network is a private network that uses the public internet.… Read More »

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Cyber Security Awareness Month 2020 – How to Spot a Scam

National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Don’t be a sucker. Learn to spot a scam

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Election 2020 – Can Facebook Survive?

Zuckerberg knows election misinformation found on Facebook could bring about its destruction.

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Election 2020: Don’t Be Stupid! Get the Right Voting Information

Voting means you got off you ass long enough to show you know and care about what is happening in this country!

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Election 2020 – You Are a News Customer

News has become a product. America needs fair, accurate and impartial information. Think about what product you are buying.

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Social Media News is BULLSH*T!

Pew research report indicates that consuming social media news means you are dumber and more likely to believe conspiracies.

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Apps Worth Mentioning

Apps help you manage tasks big and small that require your attention. And they can be very helpful and may even save your life.

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Big Tech Throwing Money at Racial Injustice Problem

Big tech joins the fight for racial justice with their most potent weapon. Money!

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Black Lives Matter Foundation Ain’t Black Lives Matter

Black Lives Matter Foundation ain’t what you think it is and they are taking your money!

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Celebrity Cyber Report – President and First Lady Obama

Former President and First Lady Barack and Michelle Obama announced they’ll be hosting two virtual ceremonies for 2020 grads

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Scam Alert! Coronavirus Scams are Everywhere!

Lets face it, the internet has been infested with scams from day one. And the COVID-19 pandemic is just more of the same scams with a different angle. Be alert to these scams especially the newest Coronavirus scams. To help you stay alert here is a few of the latest scams making the rounds. Please… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Michelle Obama, Jay-Z

Michelle Obama releases “Becoming” documentary and offers “Mondays with Michelle” for the children.

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Breach Brief – Small Business Administration

The Covid-19 pandemic has made life tough for small businesses. Now the SBA reports that it has had a data breach.

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Breach Brief – Maropost

It took the Department of Homeland Security to get Maropost to respond to this data breach!

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SCAM ALERT! – Coronavirus Scams and Domino’s Pizza

Cyber criminals are always at work. They are working and scamming from home like everybody else. Their latest scam involves; what else? The Coronavirus. The number of scams that are using Coronavirus as a lure have become uncountable. They are everywhere, in your email, on your phone, in text messages, in your mailbox, on Amazon.com,… Read More »

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Coronavirus – Dirty Money or Electronic Payment?

How many people handled that cash in the day or two before you got you hands on it? Let me be straight with you; CASH IS FILTHY!

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COVID-19 and What’s Happening Online

To protect yourself during the COVID-19 pandemic you need to read, research and understand and act.

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Breach Brief – Carnival Cruise, T-mobile, Unknown Real Estate Database.

Carnival Cruise takes a hit. T-mobile takes another hit and someone is just plain sloppy with data security.

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Get Tax Help from a Real Person

Nothing is more frustrating than being put on hold or being switched around endlessly when you need the help of a real human. And tax season is stressful enough without the outright warfare it takes to get an IRS employee on the phone. Last year the wait times were reported to be up to three… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Ava DuVernay

Black women are not only writing sci-fi but now producing movies! You go girl!

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Holiday Shopping – Its That Time of Year!

Cyber criminals having been planning since July to rip you off this Christmas.

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Breach Brief – T-Mobile, Elasticsearch, Church’s Chicken

Are you on LinkedIn? Facebook? Well your data is on the loose…again!

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NCSAM 2019 – Own IT. Taking Cyber Security on the Road

In a world where we are constantly connected, cybersecurity cannot be limited to the home or office. When you’re traveling — whether domestic or international—it is always important to practice safe online behavior and take proactive steps to secure Internet-enabled devices. The more we travel, the more we are at risk for cyberattacks. #BeCyberSmart and… Read More »

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NCSAM 2019 – Protect IT. – Learn to Lie!

Protect IT. Good cyber security means sometimes you have to LIE! October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month.

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Breach Brief – Words With Friends, NBA Canada,

DoorDash and Zynga fall victim to hackers losing the information of millions of people. When will it end?

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A Black Woman is Building Your Self-Driving Car

We’ve all heard about the future full of self-driving cars. The day is coming when we can sit back and enjoy the ride, a cup of Starbuck’s and maybe get some work done on the ride to work. Ask anyone who owns a Tesla; that day is not far away. And you can thank Aicha… Read More »

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The War on Robocalls!

Congress and the telecoms are deploying new weapons in the war against robocalls.

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Apple is Having Some Issues

Apple is a well known and popular technology product and probably the most valuable company on the planet. But, Apple is having some issues.

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App of the Week – Dollar Flight Club

As long as we’re talking about travel how about an app that keeps you updated on the latest and cheapest flights. That’s why Dollar Flight Club is the App of the Week. This app is fairly straight forward and takes your travel to the next level by letting you know when to book a flight… Read More »

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Best Back to School Apps

Its August and summer vacation is just about over. It’s back to school season so parents get ready. One of the greatest things you can do for your child is give them the best education possible. Education in the age of technology means using those devices you paid for for more than just Facebook and… Read More »

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ALERT! – Don’t Install Microsoft Surface Updates!

I know we are already halfway through August but be warned. DO NOT INSTALL MICROSOFT SURFACE AUGUST UPDATES! Owners of Microsoft’s latest Surface devices, the Surface Book 2 or Surface Pro 6 should wait before installing August Windows Updates. Reports are that Microsoft’s latest firmware could potentially damage your system’s performance. If you have already… Read More »

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App of the Week – Medcorder

Its about family. Caring for a sick or elderly loved one as a family can be a communications nightmare. That’s why Medcorder is the App of the Week. Medcorder has also been awarded the Best Mobile App Award. Using Medcorder creates a digital chat room that includes everyone who needs to stay up-to-date on family… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report Will Smith, Nas

Actor Will Smith and hip-hop artists Nas have teamed up to educate young people about money. The two have invested in the Step app that is targeted at youth to teach them how to handle money in the cashless age. Step is a mobile-based banking service app for teenagers. Teens can send and receive money… Read More »

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Breach Brief – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Evite

CBP reports that a sub-contractor violated their contract by taking images.

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Algorithmic Discrimination

Technology is supposed to be blind. Just a never ending stream of ones and zeros flowing across a universe of wires and devices. Don’t believe it! Again and again we witness the discriminatory use of technology against people. But lets be clear; its not the technology. Its people behind the technology. Where humans are involved… Read More »

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Its Spring! Time to Clean Your Devices!

Digital cleaning of your computer and devices can keep your information secure.

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Celebrity Cyber Report – The Obamas

A year ago Former President and Mrs. Obama secured a major deal with Netflix. Now Higher Ground, the Obama’s production company, has announced its first lineup of Netflix shows. Bringing the seven-show catalog to streaming television will take place over several years. Reports of the coming production say that it will be an inspiring mix… Read More »

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Kodi TV Addons Spreading Malware

Millions of Americans are cutting the cord. People are dumping cable television and its high monthly bill for streaming television. But a new report from the Digital Citizens Alliance reveal that users of the popular KodiTV streaming app maybe opening themselves up to malware attacks. Digital Citizens Alliance, a group of cyber security investigators, has… Read More »

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App of the Week – FindERNow

One of the most terrifying moments in a parents life is experiencing a seriously sick or injured child. That is why FindERNow is the App of the Week. As parents you may know where the local emergency room is but is that ER equipped to handle pediatric emergencies? Parents you need to know where to… Read More »

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Spike Lee, Ava DuVernay, Donald Glover

Films by black film makers are now streaming in Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.

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Breach Brief – Microsoft Email and IE Browser

Microsoft, the world’s largest software maker, is having a bad week. The company’s Outlook email service was hit by a data breach that includes Outlook.com accounts, MSN and Hotmail addresses. The breach was ongoing for months and the hackers used a customer support agent’s credentials to gain access. Microsoft issued an email confirming hackers may… Read More »

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App of the Week – Appolition

It’s about money. How much justice can you afford? We all know that the criminal justice system can be a cruel and unfair. Especially for blacks and the poor. Getting arrested for even minor offenses can mean an unjust incarceration before you even get to trial. That is why Appolition is the App of the… Read More »

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Breach Brief – Earl Enterprises

Earl Enterprises, owners of Buca di Beppo and Planet Hollywood restaurant chains, reported a 10-month long data hack may have exposed customer payment card information. Other restaurants owned by the company include, Bertucci’s, Chicken Guy, Seaside on the Pier, Cafe Hollywood, Mixology, Tequila Taqueria and Earl of Sandwich. According to Earl Enterprises, the breach affects… Read More »

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App of the Week – Kidgy

Regardless of your age the Internet is a dangerous place. If your child owns a smartphone, tablet or computer ask yourself; “How do I protect them?”

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Oprah Winfrey, Viola Davis

Amazon Prime Video and Viola Davis are bringing the works of black female science fiction writer Octavia Butler to streaming television. “Wild Seed” is based on the first of a series of Butler’s Patternist books. JuVee Productions, led by the husband and wife team of Davis and Julius Tennon, are producing the series. Working with… Read More »

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Privacy, Here’s How to Know What They Know

Privacy is no longer respected.Corporations have an insatiable hunger to know everything about you. Have you ever wondered what they know?

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App of the Week – Vivint Car Guard

Like a pet, a car is often considered a part of the family. You car is part of your household and you probably want to protect it the same way you watch over pets and children. That is why Vivint Car Guard is the App of the Week. You’ve probably heard of Vivint Home Security.… Read More »

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App of the Week – Mobile Passport

Traveling outside the country can be a real hassle. You start and end your trip at a crowded airport getting jostled by other travelers while hauling your luggage with you. And getting through customs can sometimes take forever. That is why Mobile Passport is the App of the Week. Mobile Passport is a product of… Read More »

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Black Contributions to Internet Technology

Black people have made significant contributions to the development of the Internet as we know it today.

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Tax Season 2019 – IRS ‘Dirty Dozen’ Tax Scams

Tax season is scam season. Cyber criminals are using tried and true and a few new tricks to rip you off.

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Its Time Black Women Got Some Re$pect in Tech

Even as the fastest growing demographic among entrepreneurs black women are still ignored by venture capitalist.

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Celebrity Cyber Report – Kanye West

What do you do if you are a rap artist and you get sued by a fan? Well Kanye has settled out of court before things got ugly and expensive . Kanye fan, Justin Baker-Rhett, sued Kanye because he said his album, The Life of Pablo, would be available exclusively through JayZ’s Tidal streaming service. Now… Read More »

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App of the Week – Blink

Being stuck on the side of the road sucks! Being stuck on the side of the road without being able to call AAA for road service is outright dangerous. It gets worse if the weather is bad, you don’t know the area, you’re a women or a young, inexperienced driver. Let’s just say any one… Read More »

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Rosalind Brewer Named to Amazon’s Board

Bowing to the pressure for more diversity Amazon named Rosalind Brewer to its boards of directors. As the the chief operating officer and director of Starbucks, Brewer is considered one of corporate America’s most prominent black female executives. She is joining Amazon as the board’s 10th member, fourth woman and second black executive. Amazon faced pressure from shareholders, employees… Read More »

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App of the Week – Black Wall St.

Black buying power is incredible! By some estimates it tops a trillion dollars a year. Why not send some of that money to African-American owned businesses. Official Black Wall Street is an app and website that can direct you to black owned businesses anywhere. You can use the app to find almost any kind of… Read More »

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App of the Week is Back! – ID Theft Help

Identity Theft Help is the app you need to be prepared and alert for identity theft. Rampant data breaches and personal data collection makes us all vulnerable. Being alert and aware of the danger is key.

Breach Brief – PowerSchool Data Breach

Yet another data breach travesty has befallen us. PowerSchool has admitted to a massive data breach by telling customers that it experienced a “cybersecurity incident” allowing hackers to compromise the personal data of students and teachers in K-12 school districts across the United States and beyond. Recently acquired by Bain Capital PowerSchools is considered the… Read More »