A Collection of Articles We Enjoyed this Month
Take Precautions after the Recent Data Breaches
Sadly, no matter what precautions you might take, the chance your personal information—Social Security number, driver’s license number, birthday, etc.—was or will be part of a data breach is high. If you’re feeling anxious, the first step is to remain calm. You’re not alone—many others were affected, too.
- Read more here.
Shadow Brokers: The N.S.A. Hacks
Last summer the world faced the largest ever ransomware attack, and experts fear this is just the beginning. This article explores what we know about the hackers, what was stolen, and how the N.S.A. is coping in the wake of the incident. Get up to speed here.
“Color Of Reality” By Alexa Meade
This visually stunning, and uniquely moving moving art piece by Alexa Meade, Jon Boogz and Lil Buck caught the eye of many viewers this month. This piece is creative, productive, and powerful. Watch the video here, and listen to the artists discuss the work in a recent TEDTalk here. Learn more about the artists on their websites listed below.
The Profit: Biggest Wins & Most Heartbreaking Losses
Watch this episode of The Profit on CNBC on Thanksgiving where Marcus goes over his biggest wins and most heartbreaking losses. Very much worth watching to the end to see when he discuss some of the biggest wins and what makes them wins.
Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
The holiday season is upon us, and everyone is pulling out their wallets a little more often. These tips from LifeLock can help you protect your personal information while shopping online this holiday season. Some of the tips include:
- Use your Credit Card
- Avoid Public WiFi
- Check website security
- Read more here.
