#DigiBlogChat May 28 What Are the Latest Scams in 2024?

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The latest scams in 2024 is our topic Tuesday, May 28 for #digiblogchat | Image by NoName_13 from Pixabay

Join us Tuesday, May 28 for #digiblogchat What are the latest scams in 2024? NOTE NEW TIME: at 8pm BST, 9pm western Europe, 3pm ET, 12:00 NOON pm PDT.

We’ve all been there–a frantic phone call from a (supposedly stranded) relative, an email saying you’ve purchased something that you haven’t, or a call from the bank telling you that your account has been compromised. The scammers are always busy thinking of new ways to get at your bank account or ruin your computer. What’s been your experience this year? Has it changed?

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 12:00 noon 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions:

Q1. What are some of the newest phishing scams you’ve heard of? #digiblogchat

Q2. Explain how you got out of a scam recently? How did you do it? #digiblogchat

Q3. Have you ever had someone try to sell you a nonexistent item and how did you handle it? #digiblogchat

Q4. How did a scammer reach out to your friends or family to try to trick them? #digiblogchat

Q5. If you ever had a close call with a scammer, what happened? #digiblogchat

Even more questions about the latest scams in 2024

Q6. What are some ways to avoid phone scams? #digiblogchat

Q7. Has anyone ever asked you to claim a “free gift” that wasn’t free or a gift? What happened? #digiblogchat

Q8. What have you heard about online billing fraud and how to avoid it? #digiblogchat

Q9. What should you do if someone you don’t know asks you for your personal information? #digiblogchat

Q10. What are some very difficult-to-detect scams? #digiblogchat

#DigiBlogChat May 21 Creative Outlets for Busy People

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Image by Alexandr Ivanov from Pixabay | Creative Outlets for Busy People

We’ll discuss creative outlets for busy people on May 21, 2024’s #DigiBlogChat. Everyone is busy. Even those who aren’t busy often feel obligated to say that they are busy! Is that true for you? If you’re a busy person, how do you squeeze in that creative outlet? Often people don’t!

NEW EARLIER TIME! Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 12:00 noon 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions about creative outlets for busy people:

Q1. How can you integrate a creative outlet into your schedule if you’re especially busy? #digiblogchat 

Q2. In what ways can a creative outlet bring more balance into your life? #digiblogchat 

Q3. How do creative outlets (painting, photography, or music) alleviate stress? #digiblogchat 

Q4. What is your strategy for incorporating a creative outlet despite having a busy life? #digiblogchat 

Q5. What role does creative collaboration play in enhancing the creative experiences of busy individuals? #digiblogchat 

Would you stretch halfway through an hour of work if stretching made you more creative?  #digiblogchat

Q6. How can technology help you with your creative endeavors? #digiblogchat 

Q7. When you have a short period of free time, what creative hobby can you squeeze in? #digiblogchat 

Q8. What are some benefits of creative hobbies that are rarely discussed? #digiblogchat 

Q9. In what ways can employers encourage creative outlets? #digiblogchat 

Q10. How do you find a way to focus on your creativity without harming your work life? #digiblogchat

#DigiBlogChat May 7, 2024 What’s the future of wearable payment devices?

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#DigiBlogChat May 7, 2024 What’s the future of wearable payment devices? | Image by David from Pixabay

We’ll discuss the future of wearable payment devices on May 7, 2024’s #DigiBlogChat. Thanks to LazBlazter for the topic and questions! Many of us have paid bills with our smartphones, but what about wearable payment devices? Would you and should you use them? And if you already use them, what about privacy? We’ll discuss these questions plus the usual side conversations (and rabbit holes, too!) this coming Tuesday.

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions about the future of wearable payment devices:

Q1. How will wearable payment devices evolve beyond smartwatches and fitness trackers? #digiblogchat

Q2. How can biometric authentication (such as fingerprint or facial recognition) enhance security and convenience in wearable transactions? #digiblogchat 

Q3. What role will biometrics play in wearable payments? #digiblogchat

Q4. How can wearables address privacy concerns? #digiblogchat 

Q5.  How can affordable wearable devices empower underserved populations to participate in digital payments and enable financial inclusion? #digiblogchat 

Would you stretch halfway through an hour of work if your wearable device told you to? How about during a chat? #digiblogchat

Q6.  Will future wearables find a way to appeal to eco conscious communities and how might that be possible? #digiblogchat 

Q7.  How will wearables handle contactless payments in diverse environments such as an extreme heat zone? #digiblogchat 

Q8. What challenges might exist for bridging different payment systems and international influences related to privacy protection? #digiblogchat 

Q9. How do we balance convenience with potential risks related to security, surveillance, and data privacy? #digiblogchat 

Q10. What is your favourite wearable and what would you replace it with if you had the choice? #digiblogchat

#DigiBlogChat April 30, 2024 Memory Tips and Tricks

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We’ll discuss Memory Tips and Tricks on April 30, 2024’s #DigiBlogChat. Thanks to @MaricarJagger | Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

We’ll discuss Memory Tips and Tricks on April 30, 2024’s #DigiBlogChat. Thanks to @MaricarJagger for the topic and questions! We’ve all tried to remember names while at a party, and who hasn’t failed from time to time? And there are so many other things that are important to remember, from the grocery list to important dates.So if you have ideas to share for remembering things, do tell us! We need to know.

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions about memory tips and tricks:

Q1. Have you always had a good memory, or are you the type who cannot remember anything? #digiblogchat

Q2. For those who have good memory, is it comforting? #digiblogchat 

Q3. For those who can’t remember things, is it a good thing? Or would you rather be able to remember everything? #digiblogchat

Q4. How do you remember names at a party? #digiblogchat

Q5. How far back can you remember? At what age is that? #digiblogchat 

Do you remember to stretch halfway through an hour of work?

Q6. Who can still remember their multiplication table from school days? Is it useful to know this? #digiblogchat 

Q7. Are you good at remembering certain things but not others? Some people, like the famous neurologist Dr Oliver Sacks, cannot remember faces. #digiblogchat

Q8. Do you have any tricks to remember things? Some people write things down, and others repeat things three times. #digiblogchat 

Q9. What digital tools do you use to remember things? #digiblogchat

Q10. What is your view on the ‘right to be forgotten’ for data protection? #digiblogchat

#DigiBlogChat April 23, 2024 Brainstorm Ways to Reinstate Terri Nakamura’s Twitter Account!

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#DigiBlogChat April 23, 2024 Brainstorm Ways to Reinstate Terri Nakamura’s Twitter Account! | Image by NoName_13 from Pixabay

The Cybercrime

As some of you already know, Terri Nakamura’s Twitter/X account was hacked in March. For over a month now, she has been trying to get her account reinstated. She has been using her backup account, @Terrinaka, to communicate with customer service and her friends and colleagues about the hack. Her main account, @TerriNakamura, is the one that was hacked.

Many of us have reported the hacker to Twitter/X, with no results so far. April 23rd’s #DigiBlogChat will be to brainstorm other ways that we might draw attention to Terri’s plight. Please, if you have other ideas, let us know so that we can use those! This is something that could happen to any of us.

For every tweet, let’s tag @ElonMusk and use the hashtags #Cybersecurity and #TwitterHack. What other accounts and hashtags can we use? #digiblogchat

The Questions

Q1. Has anything like Terri Nakamura’s Twitter hack happened to you or someone you know? What steps were taken and what worked? #digiblogchat

Q2. What legal or law enforcement institutions can we explore, since the hack involves the theft of many years of work? #digiblogchat

Q3. Are there any online communities dealing with cybersecurity or social media management that could assist? What are they? #digiblogchat

Q4. Is there a way to reach out to a cybersecurity expert to find out who the hacker is and provide a solution? #digiblogchat

Q5. Are there any reputable organizations or advocacy groups that specialize in supporting individuals or businesses affected by cybercrimes, such as identity theft or account hijacking? #digiblogchat

Q6. Do you know someone who works at Twitter? Please help us reach out to them for advice or support! #digiblogchat

Q7. Should Terri consider involving legal counsel to assess her options and represent her interests, especially if the hack has resulted in financial losses or damage to her reputation? Why or why not? #digiblogchat

Q8. Maybe verified accounts associated with Elon Musk or Twitter, such as those of SpaceX (@SpaceX) or Tesla (@Tesla) could draw attention to this hack. What are your other ideas? #digiblogchat

Q9. What if we all contact Twitter Support, using their website or email, to report the hack and request assistance? #digiblogchat

Q10. What relevant media outlets or tech blogs can we use to report the hack and raise awareness about Terri’s situation? #digiblogchat

 

#DigiBlogChat April 16, 2024 Are Free Classes & Apps Worthwhile? 

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#DigiBlogChat April 16, 2024 Are Free Classes and Apps Worthwhile? | Image by Ivana Tomášková from Pixabay

We’ll discuss the topic of Are Free Classes and Apps Worthwhile? on April 16, 2024’s #DigiBlogChat. We’ve all tried something–because it was free, am I right? But then the thought sometimes creeps in…is it not as good because it’s free?

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions about free classes and apps:

Q1. How do free classes and apps make learning more accessible? #digiblogchat 

Q2. How do free classes allow people flexibility in their daily lives? #digiblogchat

Q3. What are the typical classes that are offered for free in your area? #digiblogchat 

Q4. Which classes would let you receive community support? Are there some you’d like to see offered? #digiblogchat 

Q5. How do free apps and classes allow lifelong learning to those wanting to continue their education? #digiblogchat 

Q6. How does the lack of grades and review in free classes lead to inconsistencies? #digiblogchat

Q7. If you’ve been using a free app, are there certain features that you might be missing? #digiblogchat 

Q8. What data privacy concerns do you have when an app is free? #digiblogchat 

Q9. Have you ever come across hidden costs when using a free app or taking a free class? Do tell! #digiblogchat 

Q10. How do the advertisements in free apps and classes cause distractions, and does that make the classes/apps less worthwhile? #digiblogchat 

 

 

#DigiBlogChat April 9, 2024 A/I and Ethics

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A/I and ethics is our topic for April 9, 2024’s #digiblogchat | Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay

Artificial Intelligence (A/I) and ethics is our topic for April 9, 2024’s #digiblogchat. Today’s topic and questions are by @LazBlazter. A/I, from ChatGPt to Grammarly, is in the news every day. Some people are afraid that A/I will take their jobs, while others rejoice that A/I will mean they get to work less and/or take different and newer jobs. Where do you stand?

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions about A/I and ethics:

  1. Bias and Fairness: How can we ensure that AI systems are free from bias and treat all individuals fairly, regardless of their background or identity? #DigiBlogChat
  2. Transparency: What level of transparency should be expected from AI algorithms? How can we make their decision-making processes more understandable? #DigiBlogChat
  3. Accountability: Who should be held accountable when an AI system makes a harmful decision? The developer, the organization, or the AI itself? #DigiBlogChat
  4. Privacy: How do we balance the benefits of AI-driven personalization with the need to protect user privacy? What are the ethical boundaries? #DigiBlogChat
  5. Autonomy and Control: As AI systems become more autonomous, how do we ensure that humans retain control over critical decisions? #DigiBlogChat
  6. Job Displacement: What ethical responsibilities do we have toward workers whose jobs are displaced by automation and AI technologies? #DigiBlogChat
  7. Weaponization: How can we prevent the misuse of AI in warfare, surveillance, and other harmful contexts? #DigiBlogChat
  8. Data Ownership and Consent: Who owns the data used to train AI models, and how can we obtain informed consent from individuals whose data is used? #DigiBlogChat
  9. Superintelligent AI: What ethical guidelines should govern the development of superintelligent AI systems that surpass human capabilities?#DigiBlogChat
  10. Long-Term Impact: How can we anticipate and address the long-term societal impact of AI, both positive and negative? #DigiBlogChat

#DigiBlogChat April 2, 2024 The Rise of Short-Form Video!

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The rise of short-form video is our topic for April 2, 2024 | Image by Brian Cragun from Pixabay

The rise of short-form video is our topic for April 2, 2024’s #digiblogchat. Surely we’ve all noticed the increase in videos across every social media platform. From Instagram reels, to short-form YouTube videos, to TikTok, to interruptions on messaging apps, is there any place where short-form videos don’t exist?

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions:

Q1. What’s your favorite platform for watching short-form videos and why? #digiblogchat

Q2. Who is your favorite short video creator? How did you discover them? #digiblogchat

Q3. Tell us how often you use YouTube to discover how to make something? #digiblogchat

Q4. How has short-form video enhanced your creativity? #digiblogchat

Q5. Which short-form video creators make you laugh? #digiblogchat

Q6. Do you feel that short videos have enhanced your lifestyle or are they a mere distraction? #digiblogchat

Q7. What role does A/I play in the rush towards creation of short-form video? #digiblogchat

Q8. How have your own efforts to create short-form video gone? #digiblogchat

Q9. What are your tips to others who want to create short-form video? #digiblogchat

Q10. What’s your take on the privacy concerns around TikTok? #digiblogchat

#DigiBlogChat March 26 2024 Business Good Manners on Social Media

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Business Social Media Good Manners with Randy Lyle Clark is our topic for March 26, 2024 | Image by Rachel Scott from Pixabay

Business Social Media Good Manners with Randy Lyle Clark is our topic for March 26, 2024. Sometimes hiding behind a screen lets us be our worst, not best, selves. And in business it’s more important than ever to maintain good manners. So what can we do?

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions:

Q1. How can you show respect for others on Social Media? #digiblogchat

Q2. What are some ways to be helpful to others on SM? #digiblogchat

Q3. When should you say please, and thank you on Social Media? #digiblogchat

Q4. What are some ways you are polite on SM? #digiblogchat

Q5. Is there ever a time to use harsh or offensive language on SM? If so, when? #digiblogchat

Q6. Can you be so loud that you attract the wrong kind of attention? How? #digiblogchat

Q7. What, if anything, should you do if you see someone making fun of others on SM? #digiblogchat

Q8. How could you embarrass someone on Social Media? #digiblogchat

Q9. One way to show good manners is to introduce people to others? How can this be accomplished? #digiblogchat

Q10. How could you show good manners right now? #digiblogchat

March 19 2024 AI-Assisted #DigiBlogChat Edition

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AI-Assisted #DigiBlogChat edition is our topic for March 19, 2024| Image by Ali Newton from Pixabay

AI-Assisted #DigiBlogChat edition is our topic for March 19, 2024. @EaPirciu came up with the questions for this week. If you’re curious to know more and join in the fun, jump in for this live chat. Everyone is friendly and you’ll learn something (or teach something if you’re an AI expert).

Join us on Twitter each Tuesday from 1:00 through 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time for #DigiBlogChat. My partner for these chats is @LazBlazter.  If you need to know how to participate, click here: How to Join #DigiBlogChat. P.S. Don’t forget to add the #digiblogchat hashtag!

Here are the questions:

Q1. How does ChatGPT differ from other language models? #digiblogchat 

Q2. Can you give an example of a real-world application of ChatGPT? #digiblogchat 

Q3. How does ChatGPT handle bias and representation in its generated text? #digiblogchat 

Q4. How does one fine-tune ChatGPT for a specific task or industry? #digiblogchat 

Q5. Can you share any tips or best practices for using ChatGPT? #digiblogchat 

Q6. How does ChatGPT handle context in conversation? #digiblogchat 

Q7. What are the ethical considerations when using ChatGPT? #digiblogchat 

Q8. How does the performance of ChatGPT compare with human language generation? #digiblogchat 

Q9. How can one evaluate the quality of text generated by ChatGPT? #digiblogchat 

Q10. In what ways do you think ChatGPT will evolve in the future? #digiblogchat 

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