Tag: mobile

How To Protect Your Phone and Data Against Face Stealing Scams

July 9, 2024

Cybercriminals can now steal facial recognition data and use AI to create deepfakes for authentication. What does it mean for consumers and business?   Recently, facial recognition technologies have become an increasingly popular tool for secure authentication, one praised for its convenience. When technology giants such as Apple popularized their Face ID technology for face authentication, … More How To Protect Your Phone and Data Against Face Stealing Scams

“Mum, I’m ready!” When should you get your child their first smartphone?

May 2, 2024

These days, our kids have watched us use smart devices ever since they were born – and maybe they even joined in occasionally. So it’s no wonder our children will eventually want one. How can parents determine whether their child is ready for this big step? We asked child psychologist Jarmila Tomkova for the answer. … More “Mum, I’m ready!” When should you get your child their first smartphone?

Imagine vacationing without a smartphone — cybercriminals can’t

April 26, 2024

With all of the fake websites and apps out there, critical cybersecurity for travelers begins at home before the trip even starts. In the past, when travelers prepared for a long trip, they worried about getting lost, so they packed, among other things, a map, a compass, a radio, a dictionary, and a flashlight. Now … More Imagine vacationing without a smartphone — cybercriminals can’t

A prescription for privacy protection: Exercise caution when using a mobile health app

March 19, 2024

Given the unhealthy data-collection habits of some mHealth apps, you’re well advised to exercise caution when choosing with whom you share some of your most sensitive data. In today’s digital economy there’s an app for just about everything. One area that’s booming more than most is healthcare. From period and fertility trackers to mental health … More A prescription for privacy protection: Exercise caution when using a mobile health app

Irresistible: Hooks, habits and why you can’t put down your phone

March 5, 2024

Struggle to part ways with your tech? You’re not alone. Here’s why your devices are your vices. How often do you go somewhere without your phone? And how do you feel when you go somewhere with no signal? Let’s be honest, the majority of us would admit that going without our beloved devices close at … More Irresistible: Hooks, habits and why you can’t put down your phone