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5 common crypto scams to look out for
Cryptocurrency (crypto) crime is on the rise. 2021 alone saw a record-breaking $14bn of crypto stolen by fraudsters. And because it’s an industry that isn’t regulated, like the traditional investment and banking sector, it’s really up to the individual to protect...
How much is your data worth to hackers?
Data breaches have become more common lately. And whilst sometimes the motivation for stealing data can be to embarrass major companies, or to gather data for espionage, the most common reason for stealing data is to make money. In fact, 86% of data breaches are about...
What is “smishing” and why should you be aware of it?
As society becomes more “mobile-first”, scammers are adapting their phishing schemes - usually done by email - to target mobile users via text messages. This is also known as smishing. What is smishing? Smishing - SMS (or text) phishing - is when cybercriminals send...
Protecting your brand from deepfakes in the metaverse
The metaverse might still seem futuristic for many companies, but it’s likely to become an important way of connecting with people and customers in future. Some companies are already conducting business in the metaverse. Whilst you might not be ready to join them,...
Why cybersecurity teams need oversight of social media accounts 
These days, if your business doesn’t have a presence on social media - whether that’s Twitter, Facebook or LinkedIn - you’re missing a trick. It’s becoming a vital way to connect with customers. However, it also creates a vulnerability that you might not be...
“Europol ploy”: the latest phone scam in Europe
A new phone scam is on the rise in Germany and other parts of Europe in which scammers impersonate Europol officers to trick victims into transferring them money, vouchers or personal details. How does the scam work? First, you will receive a call with a recorded...
How AI can help turn the tables on scammers 
As cybercriminals become increasingly sophisticated with their scams, using artificial intelligence (AI) to scale up their operations, it can feel like fighting a losing battle. However, AI and machine learning (ML) can also be used against them. Here’s how: Detecting...
How to tell if you have ransomware
No business wants to become a victim of a ransomware attack. This is when data on your computer or network is held hostage until you pay a ransom. In most cases - particularly human-operated ransomware (as opposed to automated ransomware) - there will be warning signs...
Scammers don’t take summer holidays
Summer is when most people think about taking holidays and enjoying outdoor activities to make the most of good weather. But cyber criminals don’t take a break during this period. They have scams specifically for this season. Here are three to look out for: 1. Fake...
Why does fake news go viral so quickly?
Fake news is nothing new but, since the rise of social media, it’s become more prolific and spreads faster. In fact, fake news stories are 70% more likely to spread than real news. Why is that? Fake news travels faster than true news Numerous recent studies have shown...
Is your personal data being sold on the dark web?
Data breaches, including large scale ones where company databases are hacked, are not uncommon. There have been at least four in 2022 alone, leaking the records of more than 8m people. That means your personal details could be out there for scammers to exploit. Why do...
5 ways AI is being used by scammers
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has many benefits. It can help us do our work - especially boring, repetitive tasks - more quickly and efficiently. But, it also helps scammers do their work better too. Here are five ways that hackers are using AI. 1. Bypassing CAPTCHAs...