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Jeff Goldblum’s (Hilarious) Rules for Life

Dec 6, 2024 | muckrack.com | Eric Anderson |Juliet Lopez |Ben Trivett

Jeff Goldblum had just begun filming on his first major movie when someone on-set sideswiped him with a negative review: You stink. No, it wasn’t Goldblum’s performance, but rather his body odor. To convincingly play a menacing street thug in the 1974 Charles Bronson thriller Death Wish, the normally fastidious Pennsylvania native thought he should stop bathing in what he calls a “misguided” attempt at Method acting.
The psychology behind deepfakes: why we believe what we see

Oct 15, 2024 | nhbr.com | Eric Anderson

Welcome to the world of deepfakes, where seeing is no longer believing, and the uncanny valley just got a whole lot deeper! If you’ve ever watched a video of a celebrity saying something totally outrageous—only to find out later it was all digitally faked—you’re not alone. Deepfake technology is capturing imaginations (and sometimes hearts) across the globe, but it’s also raising some serious eyebrows.
Ask the Expert: Finding community as a remote tech worker

Aug 25, 2024 | unionleader.com | Eric Anderson

In today’s digital age, the freedom to work from anywhere is a huge perk for tech professionals — myself included, as well as the rest of my Symbol Security team. The flexibility to create your own schedule and avoid long commutes is undeniably appealing. However, this freedom can come with a downside: isolation. For many tech workers, finding a sense of community while working remotely is a challenge.
Unraveling the intricacies of social engineering: the evolution of phishing sophistication

Jun 17, 2024 | nhbr.com | Eric Anderson

In the realm of cybersecurity, the battleground is ever-shifting, and one of the most cunning adversaries is social engineering. This subtle art form, where hackers exploit human psychology rather than technical vulnerabilities, has evolved significantly over the years. Among its various manifestations, phishing stands out as a particularly insidious tactic, constantly evolving in sophistication to bypass even the most vigilant defenses.
Krouse, Jackson defiant after their removals

May 7, 2024 | spiritofjefferson.com | Eric Anderson

The day after a three-judge panel removed them from the Jefferson County Commission, Jennifer Krouse and Tricia Jackson remained defiant while speaking during a public comment period before the commission. Krouse lashed out directly at the three remaining commissioners, Commissioners Steve Stolipher, Jane Tabb and Pasha Majdi. “I have seen enough to know there is an awful lot of corruption in county and state politics,” Krouse said, after admonishing Stolipher to pay attention to her remarks.
‎YXE Underground: Walking With Lisa

May 3, 2024 | podcasts.apple.com | Eric Anderson

In this 'Walking With Lisa' episode, social worker and mental health advocate Lisa Greig joins Eric to talk about the importance of taking time and giving careful thought when making important decisions. Lisa also talks about the importance of setting boundaries in different aspects of our lives.
Learning About Demand in the Long-tail: The Role of Competitive Monitoring

Apr 5, 2024 | kellogg.northwestern.edu | Eric Anderson

Home | Faculty & Research Overview | Research Most e-commerce retailers offer a long-tail of very low demand products. Individually, these items may have low sales but collectively they are critical to the overall e-commerce business model. Because of their minimal sales, a challenge that retailers face is learning about the best price for these products.
Wallets, Wallets, Everywhere: Getting Started with Digital Wallets in eCommerce

Jun 12, 2023 | radial.com | Eric Anderson

By Eric AndersonDirector of Payments OperationsDigital wallets are popular payment options for eCommerce customers today. But if you’re like most retailers, you’re wondering how many and which digital wallets to add to your payment checkout. There’s a lot of confusion around this topic and in my work with eCommerce retailers, I am often asked to consult on it. So, I thought we’d look at digital wallets and go over a few things to consider before adding them to your payment solutions strategy.
DISCUS and Other Spirits Trade Associations Update Adult Demographic Advertising Guidelines — InfoLawGroup LLP

Jun 5, 2023 | infolawgroup.com | Eric Anderson

Adult audience guideline for Spirits Advertising and Marketing is now 73.8% By: Eric AndersonThere was an interesting new development recently in the world of alcoholic beverage marketing. For those who may not be aware, alcoholic beverage marketing in the US is, in large part, overseen by various self-regulatory bodies, generally separated out by alcohol type—beer, wine, and spirits.
Vapes: How easy is it to buy an illegal one?

Mar 14, 2023 | bbc.com | Eric Anderson

Image source, Jamie Moreland/BBCImage caption, Eric Anderson took a trip along Oxford Street in search of illegal vapesIllegal vapes are being seized at an unprecedented level, and shops selling them have been described by trading standards officers as the biggest threat on the UK's high streets. But how easy are they to get hold of and what is being done to prevent them from reaching the shelves? I'm walking down Oxford Street in the heart of London's West End.