AI is dangerous for teens

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August 28, 2025

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Teen Suicide Sparks Lawsuit Against OpenAI Over ChatGPT Conversations

The family of 16-year-old Adam Raine has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging that its chatbot, ChatGPT, acted as a “suicide coach” in the days leading up to their son’s death in April 2025.

According to the suit, Adam used the AI tool to discuss his anxiety, express suicidal thoughts, and explore methods of self-harm. The chatbot reportedly failed to trigger any emergency protocol or escalate the conversation, despite Adam’s repeated mentions of suicidal intent. In some exchanges, the bot allegedly analyzed a suicide plan and even offered suggestions to “upgrade” it.

The 40-page suit, filed in California Superior Court, names OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, as defendants. It claims negligence, design flaws, and lack of safety warnings.

OpenAI responded that it is “deeply saddened” by Adam’s death and said it has implemented new safeguards to prevent similar incidents, including discouraging harmful advice and improving access to emergency services.

This case joins broader debates about AI’s role in mental health and whether platforms like ChatGPT should be held liable for harm caused by AI-generated content. Section 230, which protects tech platforms from liability for user content, may be tested in court as legal experts explore how it applies to AI interactions.

The lawsuit follows a similar complaint involving Character.AI and highlights growing concerns about how generative AI handles mental health queries, especially from minors.

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Don’t Fall for the Panic: How Fake “Security Alerts” Trick You

September 18, 2025

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Don’t Fall for the Panic: How Fake “Security Alerts” Trick You

You pick up your phone and suddenly see a terrifying message:

“8 viruses have been detected on your iPhone. iOS is damaged by 72%. Your data will be lost in 2 minutes!”

It feels urgent. It feels real. And that’s exactly the point.

These kinds of fake alerts are designed to scare you into clicking, downloading malware, or handing over your personal information.

Here’s how to spot the tells that this “Apple Security Alert” is fake.

🔎 1. Urgency Overload

Real security messages never threaten you with dramatic countdowns like “loss of all data in 2 minutes.” That’s a scare tactic used by scammers to bypass your critical thinking.

🔎 2. Bad Math and Random Numbers

“iOS is damaged by 72%.”

Think about it: what does that even mean? Apple doesn’t measure your operating system in percentages of “damage.” The number is made up to sound scary!

🔎 3. Wrong Channel

Apple (or any trusted provider) doesn’t send virus alerts through Safari pop-ups. They deliver them through official system notifications or the Settings app. If it shows up in a browser window, it’s fake.

🔎 4. Push to Click

Notice the line: “Please click the button below to remove all viruses.”

That’s the goal. The scam relies on you panicking and clicking, which usually leads to malware, fake “antivirus” subscriptions, or phishing sites that steal your personal info.

🔎 5. No Official Branding or Support Links

Legit Apple alerts link to apple.com or official support pages. This pop-up has none of that—just a generic scare message and a big OK button.

How to Stay Safe

Don’t click. Close the browser tab or app immediately.
Clear your browser history and cache to stop repeat pop-ups.
Update your device to make sure security patches are current.
If in doubt, go straight to the source: visit apple.com/support or contact your IT provider.

The Bottom Line

If a website or pop-up is shouting at you with urgency and impossible numbers, it’s a scam. Real cybersecurity relies on facts and clear steps — not fear.

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When Sharing an Uber Feels Risky

September 16, 2025

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When Sharing an Uber Feels Risky

There’s something uniquely awkward about sharing an Uber with a stranger. Maybe they’ve bathed in cologne. Maybe they’re glued to a loud phone call. Or maybe you’re sitting shoulder-to-shoulder with someone from a background or culture where tensions run deep — Ukrainian and Russian, Israeli and Iranian, you name it.

Either way, you’re in close quarters, with no control, until the ride ends.

The Cybersecurity Parallel

Business leaders often put themselves in the same situation — but digitally. They “share a ride” with technology partners, vendors, or even free tools without considering:

What if this partner exposes us to risk?
What if their security standards clash with ours?
What if their mistakes drag us into reputational or financial danger?

Just like being stuck in the backseat, once you’re in, you can’t easily get out.

Choosing Your Co-Riders Carefully

In cybersecurity and IT resilience, the company you keep matters:

SMBs often share networks or cloud platforms with third parties.
Healthcare providers may depend on outsourced billing systems with access to patient data.
Law firms handle sensitive client data but sometimes rely on vendors with weak controls.
Schools share student information with multiple technology providers.

If those “ride-sharing” partners have poor cybersecurity, you’re exposed — even if your own systems are locked down.

How to Avoid a Bad Ride

An MSP can help you vet, monitor, and manage these relationships. That means:

Building vendor risk assessments into your IT strategy.
Enforcing standards like MFA and data encryption across all partners.
Creating exit strategies so you’re not stuck when a vendor isn’t up to standard.

Awkward Uber rides end when the car stops.

Cybersecurity risks don’t.

Choose your digital co-riders wisely — and make sure your MSP is driving.

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Don’t Wait for the Auditor’s Knock - compliance doesn’t have to be a maze

September 15, 2025

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Don’t Wait for the Auditor’s Knock

New York’s Department of Financial Services (NY DFS) isn’t just enforcing regulations — it’s reshaping how businesses think about cybersecurity. If you’re in finance, insurance, or even a service provider connected to these industries, an audit isn’t a matter of if — it’s when.

What the NY DFS Cybersecurity Regulation Means

The NY DFS Cybersecurity Regulation (23 NYCRR 500) requires covered entities to:

Implement a cybersecurity program based on risk.
Establish and enforce written security policies.
Conduct regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.
Use multi-factor authentication (MFA).
Report certain cybersecurity events within 72 hours.

Who Must Comply

The regulation applies broadly to organizations licensed, registered, or chartered under the supervision of NY DFS, including:

Banks and credit unions.
Insurance companies and agents.
Mortgage lenders, brokers, and servicers.
Consumer lenders and money transmitters.
Private equity firms or investment companies operating under DFS authority.

Even third-party service providers to these institutions (law firms, accounting firms, IT vendors, MSPs, healthcare practices with financial ties) often need to follow DFS standards — either directly or through contractual obligations.

Why This Matters for Your Business

For New York SMBs, law firms, healthcare providers, and financial institutions, DFS compliance isn’t just about checking boxes. It’s about proving — to regulators, clients, and partners — that your data security is mature, tested, and resilient.

When DFS auditors arrive, they won’t just ask for policies. They’ll want to see:

Evidence of monitoring.
Incident response plans.
Board-level involvement.
Annual certification of compliance.

How an MSP Strengthens Compliance

An MSP like Gigabit Systems helps businesses:

Build a compliance-ready IT environment.
Map controls to NY DFS requirements.
Monitor and document activities to prepare for audits.
Create incident response playbooks tailored to your business.

The Real Risk of Non-Compliance

Failing an audit isn’t just embarrassing — it can lead to steep fines, reputational damage, and lost client trust. In industries like finance and healthcare, that’s a risk you can’t afford.

Compliance is more than paperwork.

It’s proof that you’re ready for the threats of today — and the scrutiny of tomorrow.

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