We are living in the era of AI. Everything around us is somehow AI-powered or AI-inspired, and we are so dependent on it. This is our current situation and our inevitable future. There are estimated to be more than 4 billion devices already running with AI-powered assistants, and this number grows as I'm writing this article. It seems like AI can do everything that humans can, both good and bad things.

This technological masterpiece can do incredible things such as understand and create human language, analyze visual information, learn from data and get better over time, control machines and equipment to work on their own, personalize experiences for people, make decisions without human intervention, play games, improve its performance, and predict future events or trends. With so many capabilities, AI is a powerful tool that can help us or destroy us.

 Take ChatGPT, for example, it's a powerful natural language processing tool. Its usage is limitless, from answering questions to writing an article or even a book. However, it’s not all rainbows and butterflies. Recently, the chatbot was used to write malicious codes, viruses, and phishing emails. It's as easy as 1-2-3 for scammers to create more phishing emails and cyber threats. Don't get me wrong, it's a very helpful tool if you're not using fake ChatGPT apps and websites.

#LilyCollinsHack: accounts compromised by fake ChatGPT apps

Recently,  the hashtag #LilyCollinsHack broke social media. Almost 4 million Facebook users were affected and got hacked.  Their names and profile pictures were changed to look alike the actress Lily Collins’s account. Victims were tricked into downloading fake ChatGPT apps that were disguised as Chrome extensions. The scammers use fake ChatGPT apps in order to steal personal credentials. 

Victims discussing #LilyCollinsHack on Reddit.

Fake ChatGPT Apps

Remember there's NO official ChatGPT app — it is ONLY available on the official webpage. 

Fake ChatGPT Websites 

Multiple sightings of fake ChatGPT websites and pages have emerged online and on social networking sites. They trick visitors into downloading malware.

A suspicious ChatGPT Facebook page. Source: Tripwire

Source: Twitter

Read the full article for more life-saving facts about Fake ChatGPT Apps and Websites.

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Happy Earth Day, dear community!

This Saturday, April 22, 2023, we will celebrate our beautiful planet and its wonders.  Earth is truly a treasure that we must cherish and protect. #EarthDay2023 #InvestInOurPlanet

On this special day, let's come together as a community to invest in our planet and appreciate the natural world around us. Let's take this opportunity to reflect on how our actions impact the environment and commit to making positive changes that will help preserve our planet for future generations. We can start small, as an individual we can do beach clean-ups, reduce-reuse-recycle at home, and simply throw our garbage properly. There's no planet B, everywhere you go always remember only to leave footprints. 

We can also join local/online community movements that aim to reduce our carbon footprint, volunteer in tree planting activities, or support organizations and brands that promote sustainability and conservation. It takes all of us to create a more sustainable and thriving world.

Let's join hands and work towards a greener, healthier, and happier Earth. Happy Earth Day!

Do you recall how often websites, mobile apps, or someone ask for your personal info? We are asked countless times, right? It's common for both online and offline services to request personal details before granting access to their services. I believe legit companies' intentions are good, they just follow protocols or they just want to send you a promotional email in the future. But be cautious, as scammers could be monitoring our actions, waiting for us to unintentionally share information that they can exploit for malicious purposes.

In today's world, with identity theft and scams becoming more common than bank robbery, we often feel compelled to share our personal information without a choice due to social norms or pressure from businesses.

It's essential to learn how to protect our Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Personally Identifiable Information or PII refers to data that can uniquely identify individuals, like unique identifying information, and may include:

1. Personal details: This includes information like names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, social security numbers, passport numbers, driver's license numbers, and similar data.

2. Financial information: This includes details such as bank account numbers, credit card numbers, and records of financial transactions.

3. Biometric data: This includes unique characteristics like fingerprints, facial recognition data, iris scans, and other physical or behavioral traits that can identify individuals.

4. Employment information: This includes employee identification numbers, job titles, work addresses, and other job-related data.

5. Health information: This includes medical records, health insurance information, and other data related to a person's health.

6. Online identifiers: This includes data like IP addresses, usernames, passwords, and other online account information that can be used to identify individuals.

7. Geolocation data: This includes information like GPS coordinates, geotags in photos, and other location-based data that can reveal an individual's whereabouts.

Learn effective ways to safeguard your personally identifiable information (PII) and prevent identity theft. Read more. 

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The 2020 pandemic opened the door wider to remote work set-up. It showed that many jobs can be done from home in a comfortable setting, even in pajamas.  The shift from office to home becomes more common and many companies now offer hybrid setups to their employees. Job seekers' top considerations are remote or hybrid setups in looking for a company. This trend can improve work-life balance for all.

As remote work continues to gain popularity, professionals require dependable, comfortable, and secure home workspaces. If you plan to establish a home office, here are some top technology tips to enhance productivity for remote jobs.

1. Invest in high-quality gadgets.

• Laptop/Computer — Your computer is the heart of your work-from-home setup. All your work and side hustles will be done on your computer, so it’s important to invest in a high-quality machine that can handle all your workload.  Don’t forget that it works hand in hand with a strong internet connection and the necessary software for your job.
  
  
• Noise-canceling headphones — These headphones can help you stay focused during video calls and virtual meetings especially if you live in a noisy environment. Noise-canceling headphones can be a game-changer, it uses technology to block out external noise, allowing you to focus on your work without distractions.
  
  
• Ergonomic Keyboards and Mouse — If your work-from-home job requires you to work on a project for a long, ergonomic keyboard and mouse to prevent repetitive strain injuries. Moreover, having an adjustable standing table is beneficial.

2. Set up a designated workspace 

When working from home, it's tempting to work from the couch or bed for comfort and convenience. However, this can cause poor posture and strain on the neck and back. It's better to create a dedicated workspace with a comfortable chair and desk to maintain good posture. I'm someone who enjoys the comfort of working from bed. It's convenient to simply open my laptop right after waking up and begin working in just a few minutes.

3. Use specialized software tools

•  Cloud-based storage systems — Like Google Drive, Dropbox, and OneDrive can make it easy to access and back up your files from anywhere. This can be especially helpful if you need to collaborate with colleagues who are also working remotely.
  
  
• Video conferencing tools — Virtual meetings are now common in remote work, and it's essential to have the right tools like Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams. These platforms allow people to communicate with colleagues and clients globally, with features like screen sharing and virtual whiteboards to kick-start collaboration.
  
  
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) — When working remotely, securing your sensitive data is very important. A virtual private network (VPN) can provide a secure internet connection and prevent unauthorized access by hackers. 

These tech tips for home office setup can help you establish a productive and efficient workspace. Keep in mind that remote work demands focus and discipline, so staying organized and prioritizing tasks is critical. With the right tools and mindset, you can be as productive at home as you would be in the office.

Security essential for your remote set-up!

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