1. The Year of the Data Breach: Keep an Eye on Your Accounts Most experts say the Equifax data breach will impact approximately 143 million people. Unfortunately, data breaches aren’t likely to decrease next year, so it’s important to stay alert. The biggest takeaway from this is to vigilantly watch your credit and credit card accounts. Check your statements closely and check your credit report regularly to flag any potential signs of identity theft and fraud early on. There are also some important steps to take to protect your personal information and minimize the impact of a data breach. 2. Krack: Make Sure Your Devices and Wi-Fi Networks Are Secure at Home KRACK and other hacks made it clear that many of our connected devices can be at risk. Even your kids’ ‘smart’ toys can be targets for hackers. Whether your home has all the latest smart devices or you just use your home internet to catch up on news and chill on Netflix, there are software updates and other best practic