In the world of crypto, security is often framed in terms of passwords, private keys, cold wallets, and multisigs. But there’s another dimension that too many overlook until it’s too late: physical security. If you’re reading this, you probably already know someone—or have heard of someone—who lost millions in a moment. Not to a hacker […]
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I Made a Fake Hotel Invoice with AI in Less Than a Minute – This Should Worry You
I was reading a post on LinkedIn, and I wanted to see how plausible this actually was. I asked ChatGPT to generate a hotel invoice. Nothing extravagant just a mid-range business hotel, a two-night stay, itemized charges for parking and breakfast, a company header with a logo placeholder, a street address, a booking reference, and […]
Digital Hygiene: How Trusting Technology as a Filing Cabinet Impacts Different Generations
Introduction As technology continues to integrate deeply into our daily lives, the concept of digital hygiene has become increasingly relevant. Digital hygiene refers to the habits and practices that help individuals manage and protect their digital information effectively. While this is essential for everyone, there is a particular generational trend that highlights a unique relationship […]
Undermined and CypherCon 2025
As the author of Undermined, I am thrilled to draw connections between my book and the themes of the upcoming CypherCon 2025. It is Wisconsin’s premier hacking conference taking place April 3-4 in Milwaukee. CypherCon has established itself as a gathering of ethical hackers, security professionals, and digital enthusiasts. They delve into the most pressing […]
Finding the Sweet Spot: Balancing Convenience and Security in a Digital World
In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, convenience is king. With just a few clicks or taps, we can order groceries, pay bills, and even connect with loved ones across the globe. But as we embrace these conveniences, we’re also opening ourselves up to risks related to digital security. Cybersecurity threats, data breaches, and privacy concerns have […]
Digital Hygiene: Understanding and Managing the Digital Breadcrumbs You Leave Behind
In the digital age, our lives are more interconnected than ever before. Every click, search, like, or post leaves behind a trace—a digital breadcrumb. These breadcrumbs, though often invisible in our daily routines, form a detailed map of our online behavior. From social media activity to purchase history and even the metadata embedded in our […]