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Task scams: Why you should never pay to get paid

— July 4th 2025 at 09:00
Some schemes might sound unbelievable, but they’re easier to fall for than you think. Here’s how to avoid getting played by gamified job scams.
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Word to the wise: Beware of fake Docusign emails

— May 27th 2025 at 09:00
Cybercriminals impersonate the trusted e-signature brand and send fake Docusign notifications to trick people into giving away their personal or corporate data
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Catching a phish with many faces

— May 9th 2025 at 09:00
Here’s a brief dive into the murky waters of shape-shifting attacks that leverage dedicated phishing kits to auto-generate customized login pages on the fly
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Beware of phone scams demanding money for ‘missed jury duty’

— May 7th 2025 at 09:00
When we get the call, it’s our legal responsibility to attend jury service. But sometimes that call won’t come from the courts – it will be a scammer.
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Toll road scams are in overdrive: Here’s how to protect yourself

— May 6th 2025 at 09:00
Have you received a text message about an unpaid road toll? Make sure you’re not the next victim of a smishing scam.
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How fraudsters abuse Google Forms to spread scams

— April 23rd 2025 at 09:00
The form and quiz-building tool is a popular vector for social engineering and malware. Here’s how to stay safe.
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CapCut copycats are on the prowl

— April 17th 2025 at 09:00
Cybercriminals lure content creators with promises of cutting-edge AI wizardry, only to attempt to steal their data or hijack their devices instead
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Hackers phish for data with fake Apple Watch giveaway

— March 12th 2015 at 14:13
Apple fans keen to get their hands on the Apple Watch are advised to think before they click, after hackers exploited a wave of enthusiasm around the launch with a phishing scam linked to a fake giveaway.
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Is your valentine for real? Six signs you might be falling for an online dating scam

— February 12th 2015 at 13:50
With Valentine’s Day nearly upon us, millions will be looking for love online. Here's six online dating scams to look out for.
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Android scam: Firms fined over $500,000 for malicious apps' hidden subscriptions

— December 11th 2014 at 13:17
Three UK firms have been fined over $500,000 for a scam that involved Android apps signing up to a subscription service, and suppressing notifications informing the victim they were being charged, according to The Guardian.
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4Chan: destructive hoaxes and the Internet of Not Things

— September 25th 2014 at 22:03
The media have associated a number of destructive hoaxes with 4chan: people need some historical perspective on how the site actually works.
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No, you’re not fired – but beware of job termination scams

— February 18th 2025 at 10:00
Some employment scams take an unexpected turn as cybercriminals shift from “hiring” to “firing” staff
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How AI-driven identity fraud is causing havoc

— February 11th 2025 at 10:00
Deepfake fraud, synthetic identities, and AI-powered scams make identity theft harder to detect and prevent – here's how to fight back
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Going (for) broke: 6 common online betting scams and how to avoid them

— January 28th 2025 at 10:00
Don’t roll the dice on your online safety – watch out for bogus sports betting apps and other traps commonly set by scammers
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Scams to look out for this holiday season

— November 28th 2024 at 10:00
‘Tis the season to be wary – be on your guard and don’t let fraud ruin your shopping spree
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