The ConnectSafely Report with Larry Magid

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A twice-weekly report from ConnectSafely in partnership with CBS News Radio, produced by the nonprofit internet safety organization, ConnectSafely.org and hosted by former CBS News Technology Analyst Larry Magid. The report will cover a wide range of topics including security and scams, cyberbullying, election security meddling and social media.

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Potential security dangers of public USB chargers and Bluetooth

Apr 25 2024
ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher on the dangers of hack attacks from plugging devices into public USB chargers or leaving your Bluetooth on when it's not in use.

Neuralink technology has great potential but it's not without risks

Apr 25 2024 1 mins  
Neuralink technology already makes it possible to implant chips in the human brain to monitor or help patients use their brains to manipulate objects. It has great potential but it's not without risk.

Will AI take over your job?

Apr 09 2024 1 mins  
ConnectSafely blogger and youth advisor Trisha Prabhu says that it depends on the type of AI, the type of job and your timeline.

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ConnectSafely education director Kerry Gallagher says that too many children and teens have an onlne gambling problem

Smartphone wellness settings

Apr 04 2024 1 mins  
Your and your children's smartphones can be intrusive but there are ways to turn off notifications and other interuptions, at least for a little while.

Dealing with stress from constant news reports

Apr 04 2024 1 mins  
Our phones, along with TV and radio, can be an almost constant source of disturbing news, says psychologist and Emerson College professor Dr. Jessie Quintero Johnson. But it can also help mobilize us to try to do something.

Combatting online hate speech

Mar 27 2024 1 mins  
When it comes to hate speech, words can be harmful.

How to protect yourself against ransomeware

Mar 27 2024 1 mins  
Full backups and good computer hygene are your best defenses against ransomware.

The FCC investigating Amazon for selling cell phone jamming devices

Mar 20 2024 1 mins  
The FCC is investigating Amazon and other retailers for selling cell phone jamming devices, which can prevent calls to 9-1-1

Sharing personal info with Generative AI Systems

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Some people share intimate information with generative AI systems which is why we need assurances of anonymity and confidentiality