Most people have heard of the Nigerian prince that desperately needs money. As recently as 2019 though “Nigerian prince” email scams raked in over $700,000 per year. While you may be aware enough to spot a basic internet scam, many are not, and with criminals using…
When you’re having a blast gaming, the last thing you want to worry about is falling victim to scams. In 2021, the CEO of Arkose Labs, Kevin Gosschalk, told the Fintech Times that “attacks on gaming companies are consistently the most persistent and targeted we see…
Shopping online offers many advantages, especially if your local store runs out of your favorite item. It’s a convenient choice if you want your purchases delivered straight to your door. But online shopping safety is often a concern for new internet users. Shopping…
Cybercriminals are getting smarter. In recent years, they’ve devised more sophisticated types of phishing scams to tap into your personal information or steal your identity. Scammers no longer rely on basic phishing emails with obvious tricks. They masquerade as…
These days, cryptocurrency, blockchain, and digital assets are on the radar more than ever before. As blockchain technology continues to become mainstream at an exponential rate, more and more people have become involved in digital cryptotrading markets. These…
Have you ever received an email asking you to click on an unsolicited link? The sender may disguise themselves as a friend, a family member, or even a company you’ve dealt with in the past. If so, you may have been targeted by a phishing attack. According to the FBI’s…