“A recent SIM swap or port out on a user’s mobile number might indicate that the person who has access to that mobile service and is receiving one-time codes, might not actually be who they say they are,” Telstra consumer and small business group executive Michael Ackland said in a blog post. “When a request is made to us by a banking organisation we’ll provide a rating (in the form of a number on a risk scale) which gives an indication of whether there has been any recent SIM swaps or port out activity for the mobile service you’re using as a form of identity with that organisation....

The NHTSA stressed in its report that the data is incomplete and – for a number of reasons – can’t be used to compare automakers to one another. However, that didn’t stop lawmakers from coming down hard on Tesla, particularly for the branding of its “Autopilot” technology. “We are seeing a never-ending parade of reports about Autopilot operating in ways that skirt our safety laws and endanger the public, from rolling through stop signs and phantom breaking,” Senator Ed Markey, D-Mass....

We’ve hand-picked 10 office chairs that will satisfy a range of wants and needs – whether you work from home or are back in a regular office. We believe these picks are among the best office chairs you can buy right now. The Aeron is another chair from Herman Miller. It’s our choice for the absolute best office chair because it’s completely customizable. Choose what size you want, the type of back support, the tilt, if you want adjustable arms or not, and your chair’s caster....

The problem is that BitTorrent is used to share video files. And most often, BitTorrent is used to share copyrighted videos like popular movies and TV shows, which is illegal in most jurisdictions. And that is how we come back to VPNs because while VPNs can protect your usage and location for legitimate reasons, VPNs can also facilitate illegal activity. This has not gone unnoticed by movie studios and other victims of digital piracy....

But if you’re one of the lucky ones who do have good credit, there are a few credit cards you really should consider. To make your decision easier, these are our expert recommendations based off of credit card types, rewards, introductory offers, automatic reviews, and more. Here are our top picks for the best credit card for good credit. There is a 0% introductory APR on purchases and balance transfers lasting 15 months before going to a 18....

Extended mousepads are great for keeping your keyboard in place while providing more room for mouse movements, while mini versions are best suited for mobile gaming or smaller desks. You can even get RGB-enabled mousepads to sync with your other peripherals and components to show off your personal style or match your favorite game’s aesthetics. I’ve gathered a list of the best gaming mouse pads available and broke down their features to help you find the one that best fits your budget and play style....

For many children in different neighborhoods, this will be the first Halloween that will feel normal in over two years. And nothing brings Halloween decorations several notches above the rest like projectors to bring spooky animations to life. ZDNET did the research and compared the top Halloween projectors available right now. We break down what makes them different, and help you decide which one is right for you. Plus, we tell you what makes them techy or innovative....

Hybrid cars draw from both gas and electric sources of power, resulting in a more efficient ride. They can alternate the engines that they use or use both at the same time for extra power. Also: The best electric cars Here’s a quick breakdown of the three engine combinations that can go into a hybrid vehicle: Plug-in hybrid cars can receive a federal income tax credit of up to $7,500 if the car is on this list....

When you shop for mind mapping software, you’ll want to consider the value of the product for your context since some products offer their best deals to individual users while others give a strong incentive for you to buy an enterprise-based plan. Then you’ll want to think through how extensively you want collaboration to occur in the product and the features that help boost your brainstorming potential within each mind map....

The 5G smartphone sweet spot has typically been between $400 and $700, but there are some cases where you can get a solid device for $200 or less. Are there compromises? Sure, the cameras are typically the biggest downgrade from more expensive alternatives, but most of the devices in the mid-range can snap good-enough photos. And you might not receive wireless charging capabilities like you would with higher-end phones. However, recent launches from Google as well as Samsung highlight how the price-camera gap is closing more and more....

Also: The best laptops for students Whether or not you’re ready, it’s officially time to say begin back-to-school shopping, either for yourself or for your kid. With prices reaching an all-time high with inflation, it can feel like a mammoth task to stretch your dollar. But there are great deals to be found if you know where to look – and we hunted them down for you. We hand-picked products that students need for school, and we ran each of these items through price trackers to ensure you’re getting a deal....

A well capitalized online retailer, with a great user interface, and petabytes of customer data, can enter new markets, and new geographies very quickly. It still needs to build out a logistics infrastructure of warehouses, etc – but it won’t need to scout for physical retail locations, build or rent stores, then equip and staff those locations. It’s a lot of people to manage as opposed to managing software engineers and server farms....

As you can see below, gaming chairs truly come in all shapes and sizes. Depending on your specific gaming activity and habits, you may find a gaming chair for less than $200. On the other hand, if your tastes – and bank account – run in the other direction, you may find that a high-end gaming chair will cost you over $1,500. Cost doesn’t always reflect quality, so beware of purchasing a chair that’s flashy on paper but short on durability, support, and long-term comfort....

With a proven home security system in place, you can protect your family and prepare yourself in the event of a break-in. We’ve put together a list of the six best security home providers in Columbus by evaluating several criteria, including price, contracts, and customer satisfaction. *J.D. Power’s 2020 Home Security Satisfaction Study. Based on a 1,000-point scale. Why we chose it SimpliSafe makes it easy for customers to set up their home security system with bundled packages or DIY systems....

So what is so different and necessary with digital commerce platforms of the future? To better understand the future of digital commerce, I asked Igor Faletski, vice president of products at Salesforce Commerce Cloud, and former co-founder of Mobify, a headless e-commerce company which was acquired by Salesforce in 2020, to share his thoughts on architectural and design innovation in digital commerce. Faletski believes that the future of digital commerce is composable and connected....

In that survey, 28% of respondents cited social media skills as the most important thing to wield. Employers are looking for people to manage their company’s social media presence, particularly on platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Facebook. Employees well-versed in social media campaigns are helpful to companies looking to broaden their audience and reach younger consumers. Runner up to social media is digital marketing, as 27% of respondents cited this as an essential skill to have....

Shortly after setting up the Pixel 6 a few weeks ago – while the product could still be returned – I experienced an issue where the OS received an initial over-the-air update and when it rebooted, it came up in recovery mode, being unable to read the file system – and it forced a factory reset. So I had to set up the phone again from a backup less than a day after the initial setup....

The latest comes from Apple leaker Shadow_Leak, giving us a rundown of the iPhone 14 Pro. So, let’s take a look at the specs. ZDNET Recommends The 7 best smartphones From 5G to an amazing camera – there’s a phone here to meet your every need. Read now 6.06-inch flexible OLED screen, 120HzI’ve heard rumors that the display will be bigger than this. The size and refresh rate here are the same as the current panel....

The Shark utilizes three brushes to clean a variety of surfaces, from tile to carpeting, while keeping your floors clean. You can feel easy knowing that the brushes are soft against hardwood floors, too. Plus, the Shark can sense objects, taking care to avoid stairs and bumps. With the ability to communicate with it via hands-free voice controls with Alexa or Google Assistant, you can also make sure it gets every last speck of allergens and dirt from your floors....

But that day is here with the arrival of the Zendure SuperBase V. Regular readers will know that I’ve tested power banks of all sizes – from tiny ones that fit on your keychain to giant ones that are more like a suitcase of power, and recently power banks that have been joined by power stations – giant power banks designed to bring you mains power into places that don’t have mains power....