We’ve all heard the joke that technology is listening to every word we say. But, in 2022, that joke has become all too real as Apple’s new Lockdown Mode aims to prevent state-backed hackers from breaching phones and computers to secretly gather information.

While it’s not uncommon for job applicants to lie on their resumes, deepfake technology is keeping HR reps on their toes as cyber criminals take on the appearance of qualified candidates in virtual interviews for remote positions.

You’d expect that topics discussed behind closed doors would stay private, right? Well, if you have videoconferencing tech by Owl Labs in the room, think again as many of its cameras have been found to expose sensitive data online.

Own a Tesla? You might want to check your driveway to see if it’s still there as hackers now have a new way to unlock and steal these cars from miles away. We’ll not only look at how this crime occurs, but also give you a simple means to protect your Tesla as we sit down and sync up with Rocket IT’s weekly technology update.

Credit card fraud has increased 161 percent in the last five years. Now, with Google’s announcement of virtual credit cards, shoppers will soon have a more secure way to purchase items online.