Port-out hijacking, also known as SIM-swapping, is a form of identity theft that has been on the rise in recent years. The following is a personal account of one individual’s experience with port-out hijacking and the challenges faced in recovering from such a scam. One Monday morning in May, the victim woke up to a
SIM-swapping is an increasingly common form of identity theft that goes beyond simply hacking into email or social media accounts. In this type of attack, criminals take control of your phone number, allowing them to intercept calls and texts meant for you. This can have serious consequences, especially when it comes to financial accounts protected
The decision by Meta to remove all restrictions on former President Donald Trump’s Facebook and Instagram accounts comes at a crucial time, just before the upcoming November election. Trump’s accounts were initially suspended in January 2021 following the Capitol Riots and the accusations of incitement of violence. Meta’s independent Oversight Board had recommended clearer rules
In a surprising turn of events, Elon Musk took to social media to express his full endorsement of former President Donald Trump after the harrowing incident at a rally where Trump was rushed off stage due to gunshots. Musk’s endorsement came as a shock to many, especially considering his previous stance of not donating to
Video game awards are often criticized for being popularity contests rather than true representations of excellence in the industry. However, the Independent Games Festival (IGF) stands out as an exception to this trend. The IGF Celebration Days Steam sale, running until July 20th, highlights past winners and finalists from the IGF awards. This sale not
The Driver TV series, which was originally announced in 2021 and set to debut alongside a gamer-focused streaming service called Binge, has been officially scrapped. The production company behind the live action series has also been shut down, signaling the end of the project. Despite this setback, there is still a glimmer of hope for
Concord is the latest hero shooter to hit the gaming scene, and with its beta now underway for pre-order customers and PlayStation Plus subscribers, the excitement is palpable. Set to release on August 23rd, Concord offers players the chance to immerse themselves in a 5v5 multiplayer first-person shooter experience like never before. In Concord, players
When Brandon Fishman decided to run a discount on his vitamin-infused coffee for Target’s weeklong deals event, he never anticipated the impact it would have on his Amazon sales. Despite being the owner of the VitaCup brand, Fishman lost the buy box to a reseller of his coffee products due to a pricing discrepancy between
The world of commercial space flight is rapidly evolving, with companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and Virgin Galactic leading the way. However, there are new players entering the market that are offering a unique experience to customers who are looking to explore the Earth from a different perspective. Three startups – Zephalto, Space Perspective, and
The Engwe P20 electric bike may seem like a great deal on paper, boasting a price tag of around $1,190 and a promise of a 10-second folding time. However, after riding it for a month in Amsterdam, it becomes evident that the flaws are not to be overlooked. One major issue with the P20 is