Ring cameras, lost dogs and Big Brother

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Read in browser eNewspaper   |    Crosswords   |    Horoscopes The Daily Money ALL THE MONEY NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW Thu Feb 12 2026 Daniel de Visé |  Personal Finance Reporter Good morning! It's Daniel de Visé with your Daily Money. A Super Bowl ad encouraged consumers to use their Ring cameras to find missing dogs. Who would have a problem with that? A lot of folks, as it turns out. The ad has prompted some customers to remove the popular security cameras. Here's their concern. Even high-income Americans are cutting back A new national survey finds that even high-income Americans are looking for ways to save money on some essentials, as the cost of a comfortable lifestyle continues to rise. 📰 More stories you shouldn't miss 📰 • Stellantis issues "do not drive" notice • Get your "KPop Demon Hunters" merch • Inside the world of Buc‑ee's superstores • Here are the most affordable car brands • What to know about the new senior tax deduction 📰 A great read 📰 And here's a popular story from 2025 that you may have missed. Read it! Share it! It now costs $5 million over a lifetime to fund eight key components of the American dream, including homeownership and raising children, according to the latest analysis from Investopedia.  Daniel de Visé covers personal finance for USA TODAY. The Daily Money breaks down complex consumer and financial news. Subscribe here. Super Bowl ad for dog-tracking cameras raises privacy controversy Amazon unveiled a new tracking system at a time when Americans are debating the value of persistent surveillance. READ MORE What does it mean to live a 'comfortable' life? What consumers say. A new report challenges assumptions about the K-shaped economy, revealing that higher earners can be financially fragile while some lower-income consumers are resilient. The definition of a 'comfortable' life is changing. READ MORE Here's what it costs to live the American dream in 2025 Inflation has darkened the American dream, Investopedia reports: Those lofty aspirations will now cost $5 million over a lifetime. READ MORE Stellantis issues 'stop-drive' alert for 225K Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep cars The company said the chemical propellant inside certain inflators can degrade, potentially leading to metal fragments in the vehicle and injuries. READ MORE Lego 'KPop Demon Hunters' sets, dolls, and more. See list of merch. An array of 'KPop Demon Hunters' toys and other merch inspired by the movie are set to be released in 2026 and 2027. READ MORE Inside Buc-ee's: See what beaver fever is all about What has brisket, spotless bathrooms and a beloved mascot? Buc-ee's has a cult-like following. See why. READ MORE With no new cars under $20K, these brands offer the lowest prices Auto industry analysts at Cox Automotive's Kelley Blue Book are declaring the death of the sub-$20,000 car in the U.S. as new car prices keep rising. READ MORE 4 things to know about the new senior tax deduction The new deduction could be worth as much as $6,000 for an individual. READ MORE See some of the retailers that went out of business Online shopping, the COVID-19 pandemic, and an accelerated decline in the retail industry have led to many major store closings in the U.S. READ MORE Download USA TODAY's app to get to the heart of news Our app gives you award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, eNewspaper and more. READ MORE Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |    Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •   Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •   Feedback