Why Scammers Love Using WhatsApp and Telegram to Slide Into Your DMs
WhatsApp and Telegram are great for sending messages and keeping in touch with your friends, but there are some unfortunate downsides.
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You Can Access Copilot in Telegram, but Don't Fall for a Fake
Microsoft's Copilot is now available as a Telegram bot, but make sure you add the right one.
My Family's Lost Pet Opened the Door to Scammers: Here's How You Can Avoid This
Don't let an awful situation become much worse.
Why You Should Consider Deleting Your Temu Account
Temu might be cheap, but it's not worth the risks.
Scammers Are Bombing Apple Devices With Two-Factor Password Resets: Here's How to Avoid It
Do you get waves of two-factor authentication requests? Don't panic or give in; it's exactly what the scammer wants.
How to Avoid Scams When Riding With Uber
Learn how to avoid a broad range of Uber scams, along with what the most common ones are.
What Is an AI Voice Clone Family Scam? How to Spot It
AI voice cloning is incredibly easy, and it can be used to manipulate your loved ones.
What Are Smishing, Phishing, and Vishing? [Podcast]
This week's tech podcast examines phishing's variants: smishing, vishing, and quishing.
Smishing, Phishing, and Vishing: What's the Difference?
Scams come in many forms, but they share one goal: to part you from your money.
Buying Tickets Online? Avoid These 4 Ticketmaster Scams
Secure your tickets to that dream gig with these tips to defend yourself against Ticketmaster scammers.
Amazon Scam Calls Will Cost You Thousands: Here's How to Stay Safe
Scammers can impersonate Amazon in many ways. Here's how to fend them off no matter what method they use.
Is This Number a Scammer? Here's How to Check
Don't call that number back yet! Here's how to check if the number that called you is actually a scammer.
Most Telegram and Signal Mods Are Spyware, and This Is How You Spot Them
Telegram and Signal mod apps are a security issue just waiting to happen.
Cybercriminals Are Targeting App Beta-Testing, and This Is What to Look Out For
Beta testing can be a rewarding experience—until you get scammed by a fake app.
What Is a Google Voice Verification Code Used For?
The Google Voice verification code is a natural part of the signup process, but what if you got a code without having signed up?
How a New WhatsApp Scam Could Cost Your Loved Ones Thousands
Is a trusted contact asking you for money over WhatsApp? Watch out; it may be a scam that has already stolen thousands of dollars from people.
Were You a Victim of the MOVEit Breach? Here's What You Need to Know
The MOVEit breach is one of 2023's biggest ransomware attacks and has affected millions of people worldwide.
Don't Download the Google Bard App—It's Malware
Scammers are exploiting Google Bard and tricking people into downloading malware, but there are some easy ways to avoid it.
What Is Invoice Fraud, and How Can You Stay Safe?
Whether you're generating or paying invoices, scammers are keen to redirect the funds into their bank accounts. Here's how.