Beware of Broken Hearts, Bank Accounts

There are risks associated with Internet dating—online scammers prey on dating sites. They look to line their pockets with money bilked from the vulnerable.

We all receive an avalanche of e-mails every day. (In fact, you are likely reading this as a result of an e-mail that arrived in your inbox!) Some e-mails are important, some we ignore, many are harmless. But some others are deliberate attempts to fool us into giving away our sensitive personal or financial information.

Internet-enabled, or "smart," toys are at the top of most kids' holiday lists this year, and it's no wonder why they're so popular. Kids can play and connect with smart toys in unique and interactive ways. Some are connected to websites and apps, and can range from simple drawing tools and stories, to more in-depth "grown-up" play like taking care of a virtual animal or learning to write code.

It seems lately that with each new day comes a new disaster. We want to help, unfortunately, scammers are looking to take advantage of our giving nature.

It seems every device or home technology is now "smart." They're popping up everywhere—in the billions. Although it has been with us in some form and under different names for many years, the Internet of Things (IoT) is pervasive.

By nature, we’re social creatures and that's why we trick or treat on Halloween. Sites like Twitter and Facebook have also capitalized on our outgoing spirit with great success.