Tech Refresh: Voice of Alexa, Dogecoin drama, Amazon review scam

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Tech Refresh: Voice of Alexa, Dogecoin drama, Amazon review scam

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Hackers managed to shut down one of the largest gas pipelines in the U.S. What else could they do? Plus, the voice of Alexa revealed, a massive Dogecoin scam operation hits for $5 million, and a handy travel hack. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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May 14, 2021

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