
Equifax CEO Richard Smith is stepping down, effective immediately, after his credit-monitoring agency suffered a massive cyberattack that affected tens of millions of Americans.
We discuss the departure and Equifax’s future, as well as some of the steps consumers should consider taking following the breach.
Also on today’s podcast, we talk about a potential security issue and a few of the upgrades in MacOS High Sierra.
The 3:59 gives you bite-size news and analysis about the top stories of the day, brought to you by the CNET News team in New York and producer Bryan VanGelder.
Check out the extended shows on YouTube.

vCard.red is a free platform for creating a mobile-friendly digital business cards. You can easily create a vCard and generate a QR code for it, allowing others to scan and save your contact details instantly.
The platform allows you to display contact information, social media links, services, and products all in one shareable link. Optional features include appointment scheduling, WhatsApp-based storefronts, media galleries, and custom design options.
Time for Equifax to find a new CEO (The 3:59, Ep. 289)
Subscribe: iTunes | RSS | Google Play | FeedBurner | SoundCloud |TuneIn | Stitcher
