Tag: Account Security
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Windows Hello Sign-In Is Getting Smarter: Type Your PIN Without Waiting
Microsoft is testing a Windows 11 change that lets you enter your PIN without waiting for face or fingerprint recognition. Here is who can try it now.
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AO3 Security Incident: What Data Is at Risk and What to Do Now
Archive of Our Own is offline after a security incident and could stay down for up to four weeks. Here’s what may be exposed and what to do now.
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Bank of America Tells You Not to Share Your Password With AI Agents: What to Do Instead
Bank of America says never give your banking login to an AI tool. Here’s why banks are worried and how to let AI help without risking your money.
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ChatGPT Locked Chats Are Here: How the PIN Lock Works and What It Won’t Protect
OpenAI’s new locked chats hide private conversations behind a PIN or Face ID. Here’s how to set them up and where the protection stops.
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Discord Age Verification: Who Has to Prove Their Age and How to Do It Safely
Discord is sorting accounts into adult and teen groups. Here’s who gets asked for proof, what your options are, and how to avoid fake age-check scams.
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Signal Login Lets You Sign Up Without a Phone Number: $2.99, Android Only, and Key Risks
Signal now lets new Android beta users register with a $2.99 one-time fee instead of a phone number. Here’s what you gain and what you risk.