Scams


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Scams

I didn't see what you did, redux

I didn't see what you did, redux

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I didn't see what you did, redux

Cyberblackmail/sextortion again raises its not-so-pretty little head

Bruce P. Burrell19 Mar 2019


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DJ Marshmello concert on Fortnite: An iconic event that also attracted scammers

DJ Marshmello concert on Fortnite: An iconic event that also attracted scammers

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DJ Marshmello concert on Fortnite: An iconic event that also attracted scammers

The first virtual concert to take place inside a video game attracted interest not only from players but also from scammers, who tried to take advantage of the huge event by tricking users into buying tickets even though the concert was free

Luis Lubeck01 Mar 2019


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How costly are sweetheart swindles?

How costly are sweetheart swindles?

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How costly are sweetheart swindles?

And that’s on top of the heartache experienced by the tens of thousands of people who fall for romance scams each year

Tomáš Foltýn21 Feb 2019


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When love becomes a nightmare: Online dating scams

When love becomes a nightmare: Online dating scams

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When love becomes a nightmare: Online dating scams

Roses are red, violets are blue, watch out for these scams or it may happen to you

Juan Manuel Harán14 Feb 2019


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This Netflix-themed scam prompts FTC to issue warning

This Netflix-themed scam prompts FTC to issue warning

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This Netflix-themed scam prompts FTC to issue warning

The message starts off with the kind of information that is apt to send shivers down the spines of many binge-watchers

Tomáš Foltýn02 Jan 2019


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Holiday online shopping special tips

Holiday online shopping special tips

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Holiday online shopping special tips

Some useful advice for staying safe while hunting for bargains in this holiday season

Tony Anscombe20 Dec 2018


How To, Scams

How to protect yourself as the threat of scam apps grows

How to protect yourself as the threat of scam apps grows

How To, Scams

How to protect yourself as the threat of scam apps grows

As the threat of bogus apps continues, what can we do to protect ourselves against these fraudulent practices?

Lysa Myers14 Dec 2018


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Smartphone shopping: Avoid the blues on Cyber Monday

Smartphone shopping: Avoid the blues on Cyber Monday

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Smartphone shopping: Avoid the blues on Cyber Monday

As we increasingly make use of our smartphones to satisfy our shopping needs, let’s shine a light on how these hubs of our digital lives can be used to shop securely, on and around a day dedicated to online deals

Tomáš Foltýn26 Nov 2018


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Online scams: Why we get duped

Online scams: Why we get duped

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Online scams: Why we get duped

What are the emotional triggers and errors in judgment that make you fall victim to scammers?

Tomáš Foltýn19 Oct 2018