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How crypto is changing the game for financial scammers

How crypto is changing the game for financial scammers

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Cryptocurrency has transformed how we save, spend, and invest money. But with this wave of innovation comes a new breed of scams—slick, high-tech, and harder to spot than ever.  ...
The latest in phishing scams: stealing your information through fake online forms

The latest in phishing scams: stealing your information through fake online forms

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Online threats have become increasingly sophisticated, and phishing attacks are no exception. Among the many tactics cybercriminals deploy, developing phishing campaigns by mimicking well-known companies and duplicating their online forms has emerged ...
How to safely change your name without putting your identity at risk

How to safely change your name without putting your identity at risk

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Changing your name—whether due to marriage, divorce, or personal choice—is a significant life event. However, this process involves sharing sensitive personal information across various platforms, making it a potential target for identity ...
5 betting app scams to be aware of in 2025

5 betting app scams to be aware of in 2025

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The odds aren’t always in your favor.  ...
Don’t take the bait – How to spot and stop phishing scams

Don’t take the bait – How to spot and stop phishing scams

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The internet is a great place — until someone tries to steal your login credentials, credit card details, or even your entire identity. Enter phishing: the cybercriminal’s favorite way to trick you ...
Sextortion scams are on the rise — and they’re getting personal

Sextortion scams are on the rise — and they’re getting personal

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Scammers are in on the sextortion trend. Our expert analysis on this trend found that the likelihood of being targeted by sextortion scammers in the first few months of 2025 increased by ...
Fake e-Shop scams — How cybercriminals are cashing it in

Fake e-Shop scams — How cybercriminals are cashing it in

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Our researchers first detected a surge in fake e-shop scams preying on bargain-hunting consumers during Black Friday and Christmas shopping sprees. However, just because the holiday season ended, doesn’t mean that shoppers ...
How scammers are exploiting your favorite platforms

How scammers are exploiting your favorite platforms

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Social media connects us, entertains us, and even helps us shop — but it’s also a prime target for scammers. Fraudsters use fake stores on Facebook, malicious ads on YouTube, and phishing ...
Start the year by protecting your privacy— A stalkerware quick check

Start the year by protecting your privacy— A stalkerware quick check

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Imagine starting the New Year with hopes of a fresh start, only to realize that someone might be tracking your every move without your consent. Disconcerting, to say the least.   ...