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Apps Help You Find New Friends, Connections (CNN VIDEO)

by Mario Armstrong

I recently appeared on CNN to talk about apps that use location data embedded in Tweets and Facebook shares as well as other social media to present you with social media info in new ways, from showing you conversations that are happening in your immediate geographical area to what’s happening anywhere in the world you want to zoom in on. These people discovery apps can help you find people and make new friends and connections, but obviously there are some privacy issues around this that we need to discuss in greater detail. Curious? You can download the two apps I talk about, Highlight and Banjo to see for yourself and draw your own conclusions about what’s happening in the social space.

$39 Billion dollars stolen online in 2011

by Mario Armstrong

So much of the information we put online is in a dangerous position—hackers are looking to break into email accounts more than ever to get at your sensitive data. In my recent appearance on CNN, I talk about choosing a hack-free password and also give some tips on how you can find out if you’ve been hacked already. With over $39 BILLION dollars stolen from online fraud and scams in 2011, staying safe is now more important than ever. Worried already? I talk about this on CNN, but it’s worth repeating: you can use websites like pwndlist today to see if your data is already online.

And choose a good password! I can’t say this enough, but if you can’t remember strong passwords and use different, strong passwords for every important account you have (email, banking, etc.) then you need to look into a password management system. I’m not going to do your homework for you, but services like Keepass and 1password can securely manage a database of all of your passwords. But don’t take my word for it—do your own research and if you’re struggling to remember all these crazy passwords, then a password management system might be right for you.

Mario Armstrong talks Personal Security in the Digital Age

by Mario Armstrong

Here at SXSW, I just met with with Frank Abagnale Jr., the real-life check forger turned FBI security expert played by Leonardo DiCaprio in “Catch Me If You Can.” Frank warned me and CNN’s Ali Velshi, “I have nothing against those social media sites… [but] don’t give away pertinent information that you know people can take to become you.”

Then Ali turned to me and asked, “What’s the balance here… Because we want free stuff on the Internet, so we know we gotta give some information about us. There’s companies that use it, sell it to advertisers.” I took a moment to break things down and explain how you make a compromise with your personal information whenever you get something for free online. Check the video below to learn more about these little digital footprints we leave behind when we’re on the web:

Use technology to find quick cash!

by Mario Armstrong

Many of you know I’m on a mission to help people leverage technology to live better lives. So this past Saturday my segment on CNN was part of a 2-part series. Part 1 is all about helping people learn how to use technology to earn money. Part 2 (next week) I’ll deliver tips on how to use technology to pursue your passion profitably.

Many of you sent emails, tweeted or messaged me on FaceBook wanting the link to the video. So I jumped on it as fast as possible for you (see below). Thanks for tuning in and remember tune in or set your DVR, every Sat. 8:20-8:30am est for CNN’s Weekend Tech segment with myself and Mr. TJ Homes. And if you like, you can gather timely updates from me via twitter!

Win a BlueAnt Q2 Bluetooth Headset!

by Shy Mukerjee

Contests are going to become a regular feature here on Small Biz Go Mobile. After all, why shouldn’t we give something back to our readers? Mario has talked about the BlueAnt Q2 Bluetooth Headset before, and you can check him out on CNN talking about voice activation, driving safety, and the Q2 below.

But how do you enter? Simple, just do two things:

The contest ends at Noon EST on Monday, April 4th. Winners (and our next contest!) will be announced that afternoon on this site. So follow us, retweet, and check back to see if you won!

Mario Armstrong discusses Hands-Fre Bluetooth Technology and Driving Safety on CNN