Dave Phillips Technology Advice

What‘s going on in Amodei’s head? They just published a report showing the HORRIFIC things that AI will do without human monitoring. Then in response . . . They dismantle their human monitoring team. Every time either Amodei says anything it convinces me that destruction IS their plan.

The existential AI threat is here — and some AI leaders are fleeing The AI warnings are coming from inside the labs.

New Year's Password Resolutions: Don’t Reset, Just Relax You’ve probably heard the advice: “Change your passwords every few months to stay safe.” Here’s the truth: that’s outdated guidance, and in the real world, it almost always does more harm than good.When people are forced to change passwords constantly, they usually just add a number to the...

Don't Get "Carded" This Holiday 'Tis the season for gift cards! They're quick, easy, and let people choose the gifts they want. But here are a few tips to keep them safe and working the way they should, whether you are giving or receiving:🎁 Physical cards are safer than digital ones.If you're buying a gift card in a store, grab...

"It's a Trap!": Spotting Fake Online Stores If a deal looks too good… it probably is. You know this rule, but it’s the holidays and we are all in a rush. Scammers take advantage of the fact that everyone is hunting for bargains right now. They create fake websites with huge “60% OFF TODAY ONLY!” banners to lure shoppers in. Real busin...