What the Tech: How to use Venmo safely
Venmo is a popular way to move money around, but make sure you're using this app safely.
Jamey Tucker
Consumer Technology Reporter Jamey Tucker started providing his daily “What the Tech” stories to Action 8 News in 2019. He can be seen on Action 8 News Rising as well as Action 8 News at 5:00 and 5:30PM.
Jamey previously worked as a reporter for WKRN in Nashville, Tennessee. He was also an anchor and reporter for WREG in Memphis, Tennessee, and WHNT in Huntsville.
Jamey has been honored by the Associated Press in Alabama as Best Reporter and Best Feature reporter for his work as a religion reporter. His love for technology reporting grew while working in Nashville. Jamey now focuses entirely on technology reporting and enjoys finding new apps and gadgets to make life easier, safer and a little more fun.
Jamey and his wife have three children and are the proud owners of a hairless cat.
You can follow Jamey and submit story ideas and questions on X at @jameytucker.
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Roblox has new parental controls designed to keep your children safe when they use this social media and gaming platform.
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If the Christmas shopping season puts a strain on your bank account, here's a way to find some extra money.
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Auburn remains No. 4, Alabama drops to No. 9 in AP Top 25 College Basketball Poll
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Alabama linebacker Deontae Lawson will miss the rest of the season with an injury.
