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Worried about your personal data? Now you can freeze your credit for free
The process for protecting children from identity theft is also easier
American Airlines becomes latest carrier to announce increased baggage fees
Citing concerns over high fuel prices and increased salaries for pilots, flight attendants, and mechanics, the first bag checked will now be $30, up from $25, while the second will set customers back another $40. Southwest is now the only major airline that doesn't charge for baggage.
New technology aims to combat increased robocalls
Phone companies can use Stir/Shaken to authenticate the number for every call with a digital fingerprint—calls without that identification may be flagged or blocked.
Amazon launches Alexa-enabled microwave, clock and more
The event marked the most significant move yet by Amazon to become an industry leader in smart-home technology.
Life insurer: All customers can wear health trackers
Privacy and consumer advocates have raised questions about whether insurers may eventually use data to select the most profitable customers.
