This week, we discuss how the economic fallout from the invasion of Ukraine is affecting consumer goods sales, mobile payments, crypto, and the gig economy.
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20 Great Deals From Amazon’s Early Black Friday Sale
We’ve found TVs, smartphones, and wireless earbuds at steep discounts.
The Biggest Ransomware Bust Yet Might Actually Make an Impact
By arresting one alleged hacker associated with REVil and seizing millions from another, the US has made it clear that ransomware comes with a cost.
The 12 Best Features in Android 12—and How to Install It
The latest version of Google’s mobile operating system has some handy new improvements, and Pixel owners can download it now.
Help Might Finally Be on the Way to Fight SIM-Swap Attacks
Plus: A cybersecurity CEO arrest, an Apple Pay hack, and more of the week’s top security news.
A new Microsoft Store: What does it mean for you and your business? A lot, actually
Microsoft is launching a new version of its Store with Windows 11. There are lots of changes for consumers and businesses.
The 17 Best Weekend Deals on Phones, Face Masks, and Keyboards
A new season is a perfect excuse to upgrade old MacBooks, earbuds, and streaming sticks.
Google, Microsoft and Oracle amassed the most cybersecurity vulnerabilities in the first half of 2021
A recent AtlasVPN report rounds up an inglorious cybersecurity top 10 of sorts, highlighting the companies that have amassed the most vulnerabilities in the first half of this year.
The 30 Best Labor Day Sales on Our Favorite Gear
TVs, smart bulbs, running socks, and more WIRED-Recommended products are discounted this weekend.