Technology

(BPT) – Shopping online during the holidays can simplify gift-giving but also leaves you vulnerable to potential fraud. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams, robbing them of their persona…

(BPT) – Think your space is ready for a new look in the new year, but don’t know where to start? A Delta Faucet product designer shares her timeless kitchen and bathroom trends she’s seeing in real customers’ homes for a fresh look in 2023 that will la…

(BPT) – There is one sport that brings together people of all ages around the world: soccer. And there’s one event that has everyone across time zones cheering for their favorite team: the FIFA World Cup. This year, you can stay up on the action and ch…

(BPT) – The wait is over as soccer’s biggest global tournament is under way in Qatar. Situated on a beautiful peninsula, the small Middle Eastern country has pulled out all the stops, building state-of-the-art stadiums to host all 64 scintillating matc…

(BPT) – Billions of people around the world count themselves as soccer fans. No matter who’s your favorite team, cheering them to victory is essential. Don’t do so on a subpar screen with poor sound at home. You can be the MVP of fans and the envy of t…

(BPT) – For owners of small- and medium-size businesses, there are so many elements to be handled that finances often do not get the attention required to drive a sustainable and growing business. It is widely reported that 82% of small businesses shut…

(BPT) – While you’re getting ready for the holiday season, so are fraudsters. Nearly one-quarter (24%) of Americans have reported they’ve been a victim of fraud or identity theft during the holidays, according to Experian, and online shoppers everywher…

(BPT) – For many people, gift-giving during the holiday season is an important way they show their appreciation for their loved ones. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), 62% of holiday shoppers agree it’s important to spend on holiday gi…

(BPT) – Controlling the operations of a home with a finger tap seemed out of reach only a few years ago. Today, homeowners are unlocking doors, setting alarms, adjusting the temperature and even turning on lights with a tap on a smartphone. Are we now …

(BPT) – While identity theft and similar scams are a problem for many Americans, U.S. veterans face a higher-than-average risk of falling victim to that kind of fraud.Statistics back that up. For example, of the 200,000 reports of fraud the FTC receive…