Worrying about data privacy isn’t enough: Here’s how to own your online presence

“Who has access to my data?” If you’ve asked yourself this question and can’t help but feel concerned, you are not alone. According to a National Cyber Security Alliance study from 2016, more than 90% of American internet users worry to some extent about their data privacy. For almost 70% of the surveyed Americans, their … More Worrying about data privacy isn’t enough: Here’s how to own your online presence

Beware new WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”

It seems that the number of scams spreading through the messaging app WhatsApp keeps on increasing, with deceptive campaigns coming up with with novel ways of luring in victims. Today we will show you a new example of this. This particular WhatsApp scam promises users a free internet service, without needing to use Wi-Fi. Despite … More Beware new WhatsApp scam offering “free internet without Wi-Fi”

Cyber-savvy New Year’s resolutions you’ll want to keep

For many, the New Year is a great time for starting afresh and improving on behaviors and actions from the previous year. As a result, many of us turn our attention to New Year’s resolutions – setting goalposts for the year ahead. While losing weight, quitting smoking or hitting the gym are all popular resolutions, … More Cyber-savvy New Year’s resolutions you’ll want to keep

Women are far more paranoid than men about their online privacy

New study reveals dangers online result in 68% of Brits stepping up privacy.  A new online privacy study from internet security firm ESET has revealed that UK social media users are finally starting to recognise the importance of their online security, with two-thirds of Brits taking important steps to protect their privacy online. The study, … More Women are far more paranoid than men about their online privacy

Online safety tips for social media users

The realm of the internet has changed a lot in recent years. Before, browsing online meant using search engines, looking for specific content or reading articles on your favorite news websites. Nowadays, social networks, online videos and instant messaging are core to users’ online experience, and this is especially true for the younger generation. But … More Online safety tips for social media users