Your humble phone number is more valuable than you may think. Here’s how it could fall into the wrong hands – and how you can help keep it out of the reach of fraudsters. What might be one of the easiest ways to scam someone out of their money – anonymously, of course? Would it … More Hello, is it me you’re looking for? How scammers get your phone number
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
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?
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
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
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