A_crotty/Getty Images Hackers are consistently coming up with new and clever ways to steal your data. A report released by the FBI in 2025 stated that its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) received 859,532 complaints of suspected internet crime in 2024, with more than $16 billion in losses reported during that year. This figure is an increase of 33% compared to 2023, and personal data breaches were among the top three complaints. With the threats on the rise, now might be a good time to up your security to ensure that these cybercriminals have a tough time getting a hold of your data. There are several security apps you can install to protect your computer or phone. But using hardware solutions can be a good way to add extra layers of protection between you and the cybercriminals. You can pick from multi-factor USB devices, signal-blocking wallets and bags, hardware VPNs, and cables that protect your device when charging in public USB ports.…