Kim Komando Daily Tech Update

This Halloween prank could get you killed

Oct 31, 2025
This Halloween, a viral prank involving doorbell cameras has turned from harmless fun to a source of real danger and arrests. Teens are facing serious consequences as their tricks escalate. In a lighter moment, the host shares amusing anecdotes about first crushes and prom. The discussion also touches on a surprising trend where many teens are developing romantic relationships with AI, raising concerns among parents about oversight. Tune in for a mix of humor and serious tech warnings!
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INSIGHT

Home Title Theft Can Be Invisible

  • Home title theft can occur without physical break-ins and with a single forged signature filed at the county level.
  • Victims often only discover fraud after receiving collection or foreclosure notices in the mail.
ADVICE

Monitor Your Title And Use Restoration Services

  • Get a free title history report and trial monitoring to detect unauthorized changes quickly.
  • Use services that offer 24/7 monitoring and restoration coverage up to $1 million if fraud occurs.
ANECDOTE

Doorbell Prank Turned Terrifying Example

  • In Alexandria, Virginia, three teens in realistic costumes threatened a homeowner on a doorbell camera, terrifying the resident.
  • Kim warns that such prank videos leave high-def calling cards and voice samples that can be used by criminals.
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