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It's Time to Tame Technology

Get back in the Driver’s Seat with a trusted co-pilot

The Framework

All You Need to Tame Technology

Knowledge

Skills

Action

You can gain the SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE you need no matter your age or experience

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matthew whitenack

matthew whitenack

TECHNOLOGY TAMER

  • BS degree in Computer Science (and English and French)
  • Technology trainer at NY headquarters of global finance firm 
  • 20+ year career at some of the most respected non-profit organizations (Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, Teach for America, The Actors Fund, World Monuments Fund), where I trained and supported hundreds of people–from executives to interns–to become more comfortable with technology, data management, and security protocols.

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Once you know the risks, protect yourself. Everyone is at risk. My courses democratize access to these skills. I want to help you. Let’s do it together.

 

 

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START HERE: To protect yourself you must be well informed about the risks.

These cards provide summaries of recent news articles from reputable sources and have been vetted for accuracy and bias. I also provide a link to the original articles below each summary.

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The Healthcare Industry is Unprepared for Cyber Attacks

In March of ’24, United Healthcare’s Change Healthcare (manages health info for 1/3 of US patients) was hacked and halted care at hospitals, pharmacies, doctors’ offices. The incident highlighted how unprepared the entire industry is to prevent and recover from a cyber attack.

SOURCE: New York Times

Registered Voter? You've been Doxxed.

VoteRef, a website run by a right-wing group, aggregates voter data and makes personal information like addresses and voting history easily accessible online. Voter data is public but VoteRef centralizes it, which exposes citizens to doxxing and harassment.  Some states have requested removal of their data from the site.

SOURCE: 404 Media

Ransomware attackers not only demand money, they expose intimate photos and personal information

Ransomware groups like BlackCat and Medusa are resorting to ruthless tactics by threatening to release intimate photos of cancer patients and sensitive student records to pressure targets into paying large ransoms.

SOURCE: Wired

Facebook Profits from Your Data by Selling it to Other Companies and Governments

Facebook is not only an advertising company, it’s one of the largest data aggregators in the world. Facebook uses everything you share and tracks you even when you’re not on Facebook. Facebook engages in psychological experimentation without consent.

SOURCE: Privacy Australia

Facebook Fuels Fake News

Despite Facebook’s efforts to combat fake news, operators like Christopher Blair continue to gain traction by pivoting to culture war topics, reaching millions with false stories under the guise of satire.

SOURCE: New York Times

AI pre-installed on phones and computers poses huge risk

Major tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Google are integrating AI into smartphones and computers, requiring more user data. The shift has privacy implications as A.I. needs constant access to user data for seamless performance.

SOURCE: New York Times

Bias is AI Source Data leads to Weak, Biased Tracking Tools

Many deep fake-detection tools prioritize Western-centric data, leading to inaccuracies in identifying AI-manipulated media, especially in the Global South, particularly in regions lacking robust training data.

SOURCE: Wired

Cyber Criminals Target ALL Age Groups

However, by far, the greatest financial loss is seen by older adults with more to lose and less likely to take preventative measures.

 

SOURCE: FBI

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If you still have questions about my tech courses, join a webinar where you can check out my teaching style, get some quick tips, and have your questions answered.

 

 

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Worried a tech class might be...

NO Geek Speak.

I use everyday language to explain everything with common, real-world examples you can relate to. 

Plus, I provide a glossary and hand-outs galore that cater to whatever learning style works best for you.

And, each week, get your questions answered at a LIVE! Q&A.

Now, go on…click on the other objections…2, 3, 4… I won’t mind. 

Take as Long as You Like.

All of the lessons are recorded. Stop. Rewind. Rewatch as many times as you need to. You have access to the course for a full twelve months after enrollment. 

Whatever day and time you prefer. Wherever you are.

All you need to access the course is an internet connection. The lessons are available 24×7, so study on whatever days at whatever time in whatever location words best for you.

Every lesson is interactive and individually driven.

Every lesson includes lectures to learn new skills as well as hands-on, step-by-step instructions to immediately apply what you’ve learned. 

The entire course is designed using my 3-part framework:

KNOWLEDGE + SKILLS + ACTION = PROGRESS

STILL NOT SURE? HAVE QUESTIONS? I'VE GOT ANSWERS.

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HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GET

Quick, Value-packed Lessons You can Use Immediately

Your Questions Answered LIVE

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artificial intelligence for everyday earthlings

KNOCK KNOCK. Who’s there? The future. Whether you’re ready or not, Artificial Intelligence has arrived.

 

This isn’t a joke or a drill. This new, untested, and unregulated technology has suddenly been adopted by every major industry that impacts your day-to-day life: healthcare, banking, education, and more.

 

In my no-nonsense class for everyday earthlings, I’ll teach you what you need to know. Don’t get left behind.

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SIX SIMPLE STEPS TO STAY SAFE ONLINE

In these uncertain times, there are at least a few things I know for sure:

    1. Technology will continue to evolve at an ever faster rate.
    2. Our personal data is our most valuable asset AND biggest vulnerability.
    3. The most lucrative and fastest growing types of CRIME happen ONLINE.
    4. Cybercriminals rely on your ignorance and apathy. 

 AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, I know that you can learn to protect yourself. Let’s do it together.

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BY THE END OF THE WEBINAR HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL GAIN

Detailed Understanding of the current tech landscape

Awareness of Artificial Intelligence’s impact on everyday life

Detailed PDF Guide to Help You Implement What You Learned

Exclusive Opportunity to Enroll in My Cybersecurity Course

By the end of each webinar,you’ll have a better understanding of the current tech landscape and the latest Best Practices to Stay Safe Online.

You’ll have an opportunity at the

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Protect your data, devices, documents, and privacy. prevent cybercrime.

Maybe you never thought you’d need to know about cybersecurity. Maybe you thought someone else would protect you. Maybe you thought that it really wasn’t anything to worry about.

 

Maybe you thought wrong. (Not maybe.)

 

I’ll help you learn what you need to know AND teach you to the necessary actions step-by-step.

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Find THE FACTS, Fight THE FAKES, and Protect THE TRUTH

Now more than ever before, it is urgent that we safeguard the truth. We’ll discuss our rights and responsibilities as digital citizens in our rapidly changing world.

 

I will teach you to separate facts from fake news. You’ll master the ability to detect misinformation and disinformation and practice techniques to dispel it. By the end of the course, you’ll have a reliable library of news sources and the skills to vet major media outlets.

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TECHWISE ONLINE TECH CLASSES are designed to Support Your Success

EVERYDAY LANGUAGE

SELF-PACED LEARNING

YOUR OWN SCHEDULE

WHEREVER YOU’RE COMFY

ALL YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Matthew’s tech courses are STUDENT-CENTERED with a PEOPLE-FIRST agenda that is all about EMPOWERING you to overcome any fear and confusion and benefit from technology while avoiding the risks.

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Student Support for Everyday Earthlings

Each class has a private online community (overseen by Doris the Study Hall Monitor) where you and your classmates can interact and support each other.

Also, LIVE weekly Q&A sessions are included with each class to get your specific questions answered.

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