From The Kim Komando newsletter.
? Router attack: Chinese hackers have been hijacking U.S. small office and home office routers to target American infrastructure. Officials warn older models, especially those no longer receiving updates, are sitting ducks for future attacks. If you’re clinging to that ancient router because “it still works,” it’s time to upgrade. I like this one.
????? Olympics on steroids: Imagine an Olympics where steroids aren’t just allowed, but they’re celebrated. The Enhanced Games challenge traditional anti-doping rules, and it’s backed in part by PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel. The group says it’s about time athletes used science to be their very best. Yikes.
Billionaire adrenaline junkie: Meta just spilled the beans in its SEC filing. Turns out, Mark Zuckerberg’s hobbies (eh, hydrofoiling?) are wilder than a rodeo bull. The filing mentions the risk of “material adverse impact” on operations if any of his daredevil antics lead to serious injury or death.
Alert for parents: Tragic news as a 6-month-old girl dies in a Fisher-Price rocker, despite suffocation risks and warnings from the Consumer Product Safety Commission. No recalls have been made yet. If you find one online, steer clear, folks.
? Early access success: Microsoft says Palworld — aka “Pokémon with guns” — is the biggest third-party Game Pass launch ever. Although the game is getting mixed reviews, it’s got everyone talking with its dark take on creature collecting and hints at labor exploitation. Pick it up for Xbox or PC.
?? It’s about time: Florida is taking stronger action against device stalkers (using AirTags and the like for unsolicited tracking), proposing a bill to turn this creepy behavior into a felony — think five years in the slammer and a $5,000 fine. I hope more states follow suit.
If Apple makes a car, will it have Windows? Apple stepped on the self-driving car accelerator, quadrupling its California test drives last year. Still, it’s way behind others like Waymo and General Motors. Apple is now focusing on simpler driving-assistance tech, which will be available in 2028.
? The plot thickens: The internet’s buzzing with rumors Taylor Swift might be the brains behind the spy thriller “Argylle.” Why? Well, the book’s hero has a Scottish Fold cat, just like Swift does. Despite a big “nope” from the director, fans are turning her lyrics into clues.
While there were links within the newsletter, we didn’t include them. You’re welcome to ask her for the info.
Discover more from Jared's Technology podcast network
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.