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The Verge’s 2024 Mother’s Day gift guide

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May 4, 2024

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The Verge’s 2024 Mother’s Day gift guide

Uno Show ‘Em No Mercy

If we’re being honest, you may no longer be your mom’s favorite after you’ve both indulged in a round of Uno Show ’Em No Mercy. The updated version of Mattel’s classic card game sends game-turning betrayals into overdrive with more skips, more draw cards, and new stacking rules that let you pile on a truly absurd number of cards (a punishing Draw 10 included).
Price: $9.49+

Lego Icons Tiny Plants

Why not skip the perennials this year and opt for something that will actually survive beyond Mother’s Day? Lego’s latest botanical set lets you build nine plastic plants — including a mix of arid, tropical, and carnivorous species — all of which are treated to their own desk-friendly terracotta brick planter. Just don’t expect to receive a cutting anytime soon.
Price: $49.49+

Ember Mug 2

If your mom is a coffee lover, how about gifting her something a little snazzier than another “World’s Best Mom” mug? Ember’s latest smart mug is pricey, yes, but the heated receptacle can ensure her morning mood elixir never falls below her preferred temperature. The mug itself can last up to 80 minutes on a single charge or the entire day using the included charging coaster.
Price: $103.99+

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition

Amazon’s step-up Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition adds wireless charging and an automatic backlight to one of our favorite ebook readers. It’s just as comfortable to hold and easy on the eyes as the standard model, with crisp 300ppi resolution, 32GB of storage, and Bluetooth support so she can listen to her favorite beach read via Audible, rather than, huh, read it.
Price: $189.99

Thermomix TM6

The Thermomix TM6 may be the last kitchen appliance your mom will ever need. It offers a multitude of functions — including the ability to chop, blend, mix, grind, sauté, and steam — and you can even use it to weigh food. The fact that it features a built-in touchscreen so she can browse more than 80,000 tasty recipes is just the proverbial cherry on top.
Price: $1,499

Apple iPad (10th-gen)

If you’re looking to make a big splash this year, you can’t go wrong with an iPad. Apple’s latest entry-level model is still very capable thanks to its reliable battery life and A14 Bionic chipset, which can run most modern apps and games with ease. Plus, with several fun colors to choose from, you’re likely to land on something that fits her style.
Price: $349+

Apple Watch Series 9

The Apple Watch Series 9 is a great gift for someone who already lives inside Apple’s walled garden. It’s a fitness companion, a personal navigator, a notification display, a calendar, and a clock all wrapped into one. The newest model also supports Apple’s new double-tap feature and Precision Finding, allowing your mom to easily locate her phone should she ever lose it.
Price: $299+

Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Bulb (two-pack)

A pack of smart bulbs is a terrific gift for smart home newbies. Kasa’s inexpensive RGB bulbs are reliable, easy to use, and decently bright at 800 lumens. They don’t require any hubs or controllers, either; just screw them into your favorite lamp and set the brightness, color, and scene using the Kasa app or a virtual assistant like Amazon Alexa.
Price: $12.99+

Sophie Faux Fur Throw Blanket

It might be getting warmer outside, but that doesn’t mean you can’t snuggle up on a lazy day. Thankfully, Anthropologie’s polyester throw blanket is one of the plushest around — at least according to my cozy Verge colleagues. It’s also available in seven attractive colors, including mint green, cocoa, and a vibrant hot pink shade for those still living their Barbie best.
Price: $98

Tile Mate (2022)

Like AirTags, the Tile Mate can help you keep tabs on your personal belongings. Tile’s Bluetooth trackers are a little more basic than Apple’s, but they work with both Android and iOS devices. That means your mom will be able to see the last known location of whatever she’s looking for and sound an alarm within 250 feet, regardless of whether she’s rocking a new Galaxy S24 Plus or your hand-me-down iPhone.
Price: $19.99

Nixplay 10.1-inch HD Touch Screen Wi-Fi Digital Frame

Nixplay’s photo frames are straightforward, sharp, and bright enough to display family photos in any lighting. The app lets you wirelessly and securely share photos directly to the frame or via Google Photos, and it can regularly cycle through a gallery of images. The 10.1-inch model is available with a variety of muted bezels, too, including an attractive wood grain finish.
Price: $154.99+

Eater Wine Club subscription

Whether your mom considers herself an amateur sommelier or just likes a good Georgian orange, our sister site Eater offers a wine club subscription that automatically delivers a batch of hand-selected wines every month. Each box contains either two or four bottles, depending on the subscription, and is often centered on a particular season, celebration, or notable slice of history.
Price: $70+

Amazon Echo Dot with Clock (fifth-gen)

Amazon’s orb-shaped Echo Dot is a good little Alexa bot, one that can serve double duty on your mom’s nightstand. She can use the clock-equipped smart speaker to hit the lights and begin playing soothing sleep tracks or simply to check the news and take hands-free control of any other smart home gadgets she might have.
Price: $39.99

Stanley Go Everyday Wine Tumbler

If you’re already planning on gifting a bottle of wine this year, pairing it with a quality tumbler isn’t a bad idea. Stanley’s vacuum insulated stainless steel mug can keep drinks hot for up to 1.5 hours or cold for up to 20 hours, depending on how much ice you toss in. It’s simple, effective, and holds up to 10 ounces of the “good stuff,” whatever that might be.
Price: $20

Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony’s latest pair of premium headphones aren’t just a great gift for audiophiles — they’re ideal for anyone who wants a better way to tune out while listening to music or traveling. While expensive, we still consider them the best headphones for most people thanks to their well-balanced sound, superb noise cancellation, and several ambient audio features.
Price: $348+

Roborock Q5 Pro Robot Vacuum and Mop

Picking up after children can be a full-time job, which makes a robot vacuum a cheeky way to thank your mom for the countless days she did it on your behalf. Roborock’s Q5 Pro is one of our favorite models, particularly for pet owners, as it can handle carpet and hardwood floors with relative ease. You can even attach mopping pads for light upkeep and tackling fresh spills.
Price: $299.99

Kombucha Brewing Kit

The Kombucha Shop’s entry-level kit is a terrific starting point for those interested in brewing their own fermented teas. It includes organic kombucha cultures, teas, and cane sugar, all of which are shelf-stable. You’ll also find instructions and equipment in the box, including a gallon jar, pH test strips, and a temperature monitor.
Price: $49.99

Fitbit Inspire 3

The lightweight Fitbit Inspire 3 is a great gift for someone looking to dip their toes into wearables. The throwback fitness band is an affordable way to add heart rate monitoring, smartphone notifications, and sleep / workout tracking to your wrist. It’s basic, sure, but how many other wearables let you wear them as a clip and last up to 10 days on a single charge?
Price: $89+

JLab Go Air Pop

If you’re looking for a cheap pair of earbuds so your mom can listen to her glut of true crime podcasts on the go, JBL’s Go Air Pop cost less than a Mother’s Day mimosa. The reliable earbuds pack decent specs for the price, too, including IPX4 water resistance, three distinct EQ modes, and 32 hours of runtime with the included charging case.
Price: $19.99+

Click and Grow Smart Garden 3

The Click and Grow Smart Garden 3 makes it almost too easy to grow fresh herbs and veggies at home. The small self-watering base fits on a windowsill and holds up to three biodegradable “pods,” each chock-full of seeds and other vital nutrients. Three basil pods are included, but if you want more, you can pick up more than 70 other varieties for about $4 a pop.
Price: $79.95+

Sonos Roam

With the Sonos Roam, versatility is the name of the game. The rugged smart speaker functions like any other Bluetooth speaker when you’re away; however, when at home, it easily slots into a larger Sonos system. It’s light on bass compared to traditional Sonos products, but it still offers great sound, Qi wireless charging, and — unlike newer Sonos speakers — support for both Alexa and Google Assistant.
Price: $179+

DJI Osmo Pocket 3

The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 could be the ideal vlogging camera for moms hoping to capture their kids growing up, newfound empty nesters looking for a hobby, or truly anyone looking to shoot 4K/120fps video. It’s small, (relatively) affordable, and lightweight like a smartphone but offers better video quality with unrivaled stability thanks to a built-in mechanical gimbal.
Price: $519+

Yankee Candle (22-ounce)

They might be the most cliché gift on our list, but aromatic gifts can also be some of the best. Yankee’s 22-ounce jars come in a smorgasbord of classic and less than classic scents, from lavender and birch to vanilla and… stargazing? Either way, each candle offers 110 hours of burn time, which is exceptional considering the reasonable cost.
Price: $16.88+

Eve Smart Plug & Power Meter

If your mom’s smart home experience stopped at bulbs, try introducing her to the Eve Smart Plug & Power Meter. She can use it to remotely turn on or schedule a routine for anything plugged into it, which makes it great for automating an old coffee maker or an oil diffuser. Eve’s latest smart plugs also support the new Matter standard, meaning they’ll work across smart home platforms.
Price: $37.99+

Houdini Electric Corkscrew

Uncorking a nice bottle of wine doesn’t have to be a painful experience. Houdini’s electric corkscrew can remove it with ease at the touch of a button. It’s made of a mix of stainless steel and black polycarbonate plastic, and it can uncork quite a few bottles (at least a dozen or more) before the battery needs changing.
Price: $19.99

Burt’s Bees Tips and Toes Kit

Aging might be a fact of life, but a little self-care can go a long way in preserving healthy skin. Thankfully, Burt’s Bees Tips and Toes Kit opts for coconut, honey, grapeseed, and other natural ingredients over parabens, which have shown to impact the body’s hormone levels. The six-piece kit consists of several distinct pieces, too, including creams, butters, lip balms, and salves.
Price: $11.99

Nutribullet Pro 900

Your mom can skip her weekly trip to Jamba Juice and make her own concoction at home with the Nutribullet Pro 900. Its stainless steel blades are strong enough to pulverize produce and thicker fruit, and it comes with two sleek 32-ounce jars with matching lids and handles. The latter makes it easy to bring smoothies on the move, regardless of where she goes.
Price: $79.99+

ESR Magnetic Car Phone Mount (HaloLock)

A phone mount is an essential piece of kit for road warriors who use their phones as a heads-up display, whether for navigation or to cycle through the latest Beyoncé tracks. If you use an iPhone 12 or later, you can clip ESR’s adjustable MagSafe mount to your air vent and attach your phone — that is, without fiddling with pesky latches or buttons.
Price: $17.99+

The Appreciation Sugarwish

Sugarwish is a great gifting service if you need something delivered. You can drum up a personalized card and choose from one of several boxes, which allow your mom to select her own mix of sweets, candles, savory snacks, and even wine. The Appreciation box offers a wide variety of choices and starts at just $25, letting her indulge her sweet tooth even if you can’t be around.

Price: $25+

Baseus Airpow Power Bank 20W 10000mAh

Baseus’ Airpow Power Bank is an affordable pick if you want a 10,000mAh battery pack with both USB-A and USB-C Power Delivery capabilities. It lets you juice smartphones, tablets, and other devices at moderate speeds, yet it’s slim enough you can tuck it pretty much anywhere before heading out the door.
Price: $17.99+

Furbo 360° Dog Camera

Dog moms might squeal when they see the Furbo. The interactive 1080p camera features a remote treat dispenser and two-way audio, allowing her to keep an eye on her pup and sling treats while she’s away. The newest model also sits on a swiveling 360-degree base and provides real-time barking alerts, though, the latter requires a monthly Dog Nanny subscription.
Price: $168+

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What Trump’s ‘ratepayer protection pledge’ means for you

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February 27, 2026

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What Trump’s ‘ratepayer protection pledge’ means for you

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When you open a chatbot, stream a show or back up photos to the cloud, you are tapping into a vast network of data centers. These facilities power artificial intelligence, search engines and online services we use every day. Now there is a growing debate over who should pay for the electricity those data centers consume.

During President Trump’s State of the Union address this week, he introduced a new initiative called the “ratepayer protection pledge” to shift AI-driven electricity costs away from consumers. The core idea is simple.

Tech companies that run energy-intensive AI data centers should cover the cost of the extra electricity they require rather than passing those costs on to everyday customers through higher utility rates.

It sounds simple. The hard part is what happens next.

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At the State of the Union address Feb. 24, 2026, President Trump unveiled the “ratepayer protection pledge” aimed at shielding consumers from rising electricity costs tied to AI data centers. (Nathan Posner/Anadolu via Getty Images)

Why AI is driving a surge in electricity demand

AI systems require enormous computing power. That computing power requires enormous electricity. Today’s data centers can consume as much power as a small city. As AI tools expand across business, healthcare, finance and consumer apps, energy demand has risen sharply in certain regions.

Utilities have warned that the current grid in many parts of the country was not built for this level of concentrated demand. Upgrading substations, transmission lines and generation capacity costs money. Traditionally, those costs can influence rates paid by homes and small businesses. That is where the pledge comes in.

What the ratepayer protection pledge is designed to do

Under the ratepayer protection pledge, large technology companies would:

Cover the full cost of additional electricity tied to their data centers
Build their own on-site power generation to reduce strain on the public grid

Supporters say this approach separates residential energy costs from large-scale AI expansion. In other words, your household bill should not rise simply because a new AI data center opens nearby. So far, Anthropic is the clearest public backer. CyberGuy reached out to Anthropic for a comment on its role in the pledge. A company spokesperson referred us to a tweet from Anthropic Head of External Affairs Sarah Heck.

“American families shouldn’t pick up the tab for AI,” Heck wrote in a post on X. “In support of the White House ratepayer protection pledge, Anthropic has committed to covering 100% of electricity price increases that consumers face from our data centers.”

That makes Anthropic one of the first major AI companies to publicly state it will absorb consumer electricity price increases tied to its data center operations. Other major firms may be close behind. The White House reportedly plans to host Microsoft, Meta and Anthropic in early March to discuss formalizing a broader deal, though attendance and final terms have not been confirmed publicly.

Microsoft also expressed support for the initiative.

“The ratepayer protection pledge is an important step,” Brad Smith, Microsoft vice chair and president, said in a statement to CyberGuy. “We appreciate the administration’s work to ensure that data centers don’t contribute to higher electricity prices for consumers.”

Industry groups also point to companies such as Google and utilities including Duke Energy and Georgia Power as making consumer-focused commitments tied to data center growth. However, enforcement mechanisms and long-term regulatory details remain unclear.

CHINA VS SPACEX IN RACE FOR SPACE AI DATA CENTERS

The White House plans talks with Microsoft, Meta and Anthropic about shifting AI energy costs away from consumers. (Eli Hiller/For The Washington Post via Getty Images)

How this could change the economics of AI

AI infrastructure is already one of the most expensive technology buildouts in history. Companies are investing billions in chips, servers and real estate. If firms must also finance dedicated power plants or pay premium rates for grid upgrades, the cost of running AI systems increases further. That could lead to:

Slower expansion in some markets
Greater investment in renewable energy and storage
More partnerships between tech firms and utilities

Energy strategy may become just as important as computing strategy. For consumers, this shift signals that electricity is now a central part of the AI conversation. AI is no longer only about software. It is also about infrastructure.

The bigger consumer tech picture

AI is becoming embedded in smartphones, search engines, office software and home devices. As adoption grows, so does the hidden infrastructure supporting it. Energy is now part of the conversation around everyday technology. Every AI-generated image, voice command or cloud backup depends on a power-hungry network of servers.

By asking companies to account more directly for their electricity use, policymakers are acknowledging a new reality. The digital world runs on very physical resources. For you, that shift could mean more transparency. It also raises new questions about sustainability, local impact and long-term costs.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE HELPS FUEL NEW ENERGY SOURCES

As AI expansion strains the grid, a new proposal would require tech firms to fund their own power needs. (Sameer Al-Doumy/AFP via Getty Images)

What this means for you

If you are a homeowner or renter, the practical question is simple. Will this protect my electric bill? In theory, separating data center energy costs from residential rates could reduce the risk of price spikes tied to AI growth. If companies fund their own generation or grid upgrades, utilities may have less reason to spread those costs among all customers.

That said, utility pricing is complex. It depends on state regulators, long-term planning and local energy markets.

Here is what you can watch for in your area:

New data center construction announcements
Utility filings that mention large commercial load growth
Public service commission decisions on rate adjustments

Even if you rarely use AI tools, your community could feel the effects of a nearby data center. The pledge is intended to keep those large-scale power demands from showing up in your monthly bill.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

The ratepayer protection pledge highlights an important turning point. AI is no longer only about innovation and speed. It is also about energy and accountability. If tech companies truly absorb the cost of their expanding power needs, households may avoid some of the financial strain tied to rapid AI growth. If not, utility bills could become an unexpected front line in the AI era.

As AI tools become part of daily life, how much extra power are you willing to support to keep them running? Let us know by writing to us at Cyberguy.com.

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Here’s your first look at Kratos in Amazon’s God of War show

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February 27, 2026

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Here’s your first look at Kratos in Amazon’s God of War show

Amazon has slowly been teasing out casting details for its live-action adaptation of God of War, and now we have our first look at the show. It’s a single image but a notable one showing protagonist Kratos and his son Atreus. The characters are played by Ryan Hurst and Callum Vinson, respectively, and they look relatively close to their video game counterparts.

There aren’t a lot of other details about the show just yet, but this is Amazon’s official description:

The God of War series storyline follows father and son Kratos and Atreus as they embark on a journey to spread the ashes of their wife and mother, Faye. Through their adventures, Kratos tries to teach his son to be a better god, while Atreus tries to teach his father how to be a better human.

That sounds a lot like the recent soft reboot of the franchise, which started with 2018’s God of War and continued through Ragnarök in 2022. For the Amazon series, Ronald D. Moore, best-known for his work on For All Mankind and Battlestar Galactica, will serve as showrunner. The rest of the cast includes: Mandy Patinkin (Odin), Ed Skrein (Baldur), Max Parker (Heimdall), Ólafur Darri Ólafsson (Thor), Teresa Palmer (Sif), Alastair Duncan (Mimir), Jeff Gulka (Sindri), and Danny Woodburn (Brok).

While production is underway on the God of War series, there’s no word on when it might start streaming.

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300,000 Chrome users hit by fake AI extensions

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February 27, 2026

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300,000 Chrome users hit by fake AI extensions

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Your web browser may feel like a safe place, especially when you install helpful tools that promise to make your life easier. But security researchers have uncovered a dangerous campaign in which more than 300,000 people installed Chrome extensions pretending to be artificial intelligence (AI) assistants. Instead of helping, these fake tools secretly collect sensitive information like your emails, passwords and browsing activity.

They used familiar names like ChatGPT, Gemini and AI Assistant. If you use Chrome and have installed any AI-related extension, your personal information may already be exposed. Even worse, some of these malicious extensions are still available today, putting more people at risk without their knowing.

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More than 300,000 Chrome users installed fake AI extensions that secretly harvested sensitive data. (Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)

What you need to know about fake AI extensions

Security researchers at browser security company LayerX discovered a large campaign involving 30 malicious Chrome extensions disguised as AI-powered assistants (via BleepingComputer). Together, these extensions were installed more than 300,000 times by unsuspecting users.

Some of the most popular extensions included names like AI Sidebar with 70,000 users, AI Assistant with 60,000 users, ChatGPT Translate with 30,000 users, and Google Gemini with 10,000 users. Another extension called Gemini AI Sidebar had 80,000 users before it was removed.

These extensions were distributed through the official Chrome Web Store, which made them appear legitimate and trustworthy. Even more concerning, researchers found that many of these extensions were connected to the same malicious server, showing they were part of a coordinated effort.

While some extensions have since been removed, others remain available. This means new users could still unknowingly install them and expose their personal data. Here’s the list of the affected extensions:

AI Assistant
Llama
Gemini AI Sidebar
AI Sidebar
ChatGPT Sidebar
Grok
Asking ChatGPT
ChatGBT
Chat Bot GPT
Grok Chatbot
Chat With Gemini
XAI
Google Gemini
Ask Gemini
AI Letter Generator
AI Message Generator
AI Translator
AI For Translation
AI Cover Letter Generator
AI Image Generator ChatGPT
Ai Wallpaper Generator
Ai Picture Generator
DeepSeek Download
AI Email Writer
Email Generator AI
DeepSeek Chat
ChatGPT Picture Generator
ChatGPT Translate
AI GPT
ChatGPT Translation
ChatGPT for Gmail

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These malicious tools were listed in the official Chrome Web Store, making them appear legitimate and trustworthy. (LayerX)

How the fake AI Chrome extension attack works

These fake extensions pretend to offer helpful AI features, such as translating text, summarizing emails, or acting as an AI assistant. But behind the scenes, they quietly monitor what you are doing online.

Once installed, the extension gains permission to view and interact with the websites you visit. This allows it to read the contents of web pages, including login screens where you enter your username and password.

In some cases, the extensions specifically targeted Gmail. They could read your email messages directly from your browser, including emails you received and even drafts you were still writing. This means attackers could access private conversations, financial information and sensitive personal details.

The extensions then sent this information to servers controlled by the attackers. Because they loaded content remotely, the attackers could change their behavior at any time without needing to update the extension.

Some versions could also activate voice features through your browser. This could potentially capture spoken conversations near your device and send transcripts back to the attackers.

If you installed one of these extensions, attackers may already have access to extremely sensitive information. This includes your email content, login credentials, browsing habits and possibly even voice recordings.

We reached out to Google for comment, and a spokesperson told CyberGuy that the company “can confirm that the extensions from this report have all been removed from the Google Web Store.”

BROWSER EXTENSION MALWARE INFECTED 8.8M USERS IN DARKSPECTRE ATTACK

Once installed, the extensions could read emails, capture passwords, monitor browsing activity and send the data to attacker-controlled servers. (Bildquelle/ullstein bild via Getty Images)

7 ways you can protect yourself from malicious Chrome extensions

If you have ever installed an AI-related Chrome extension, taking a few simple precautions now can help protect your accounts and prevent further damage.

1) Remove any suspicious or unused browser extensions

On a Windows PC or Mac, open Chrome and type chrome://extensions into the address bar. Review every extension listed. If you see anything unfamiliar, especially AI assistants you don’t remember installing, click “Remove” immediately. Malicious extensions depend on going unnoticed. Removing them stops further data collection and cuts off the attacker’s access to your information.

2) Change your passwords

If you installed any suspicious extension, assume your passwords may be compromised. Start by changing your email password first, since email controls access to most other accounts. Then update passwords for banking, shopping and social media accounts. This prevents attackers from using stolen credentials to break into your accounts.

3) Use a password manager to create and protect strong passwords

A password manager generates unique, complex passwords for each account and stores them securely. This prevents attackers from accessing multiple accounts if one password is stolen. Password managers also alert you if your login credentials appear in known data breaches, helping you respond quickly and protect your identity. Check out the best expert-reviewed password managers of 2026 at Cyberguy.com.

4) Install strong antivirus software and keep it active

Good antivirus software can detect malicious browser extensions, spyware, and other hidden threats. It scans your system for suspicious activity and blocks harmful programs before they can steal your information. This adds an important layer of protection that works continuously in the background to keep your device safe. Get my picks for the best 2026 antivirus protection winners for your Windows, Mac, Android & iOS devices at Cyberguy.com.

5) Use an identity theft protection service

Identity theft protection services monitor your personal data, including email addresses, financial accounts, and Social Security numbers, for signs of misuse. If criminals try to open accounts or commit fraud using your information, you receive alerts quickly. Early detection allows you to act fast and limit financial and personal damage. See my tips and best picks on how to protect yourself from identity theft at Cyberguy.com.

6) Keep your browser and computer fully updated

Software updates fix security vulnerabilities that attackers exploit. Enable automatic updates for Chrome and your operating system so you always have the latest protections. These updates strengthen your defenses against malicious extensions and prevent attackers from taking advantage of known weaknesses.

7) Use a personal data removal service

Personal data removal services scan data broker websites that collect and sell your personal information. They help remove your data from these sites, reducing what attackers can find and use against you. Less exposed information means fewer opportunities for criminals to target you with scams, identity theft or phishing attacks.

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Kurt’s key takeaway

Even tools designed to make your life easier can become tools for cybercriminals. Malicious extensions often hide behind trusted names and convincing features, making them difficult to spot. You can significantly reduce your risk by reviewing your browser extensions regularly, removing anything suspicious and using protective tools like password managers and strong antivirus software.

Have you checked your browser extensions recently? Let us know your thoughts by writing to us at Cyberguy.com.

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