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Christian Ali Bravo • 07 Oct 2026 • 6 min. read
Social Media
Inside a brand deal scam targeting YouTube creators
Scams
Timeshare exit scams: From fake buyers to recovery fraud
Mobile Security
Is that vibe coded app safe? 5 checks before you download
A plausible-sounding sponsorship offer could mask an attempt to compromise your Google account
Christian Ali Bravo • 07 Oct 2026
Con artists are targeting timeshare owners who want out – and some victims are hit twice
Phil Muncaster • 29 Sep 2026
As AI lets anyone build software, here’s how to vet that shiny new app before it exposes your data
Phil Muncaster • 25 Sep 2026
Been told to pay at a Bitcoin ATM? Read this first
Crypto ATM scams often follow a predictable script – here’s how to recognize it and what to do if you’ve already been caught out
Phil Muncaster • 24 Sep 2026
Kids Online
Looking for free Robux? Here’s what’s real, and what’s a scam
Fake giveaways, free Robux generators and lookalike login pages all target the same thing – your Roblox account
Phil Muncaster • 22 Sep 2026
Privacy
‘Nudify’ apps: What to do if someone makes a fake nude of you
Whether you’re a victim, the parent of a victim, or just concerned, here’s what you can do about fake nude images
Phil Muncaster • 18 Sep 2026
Digital Security
Safe word: What is it and why do you need one?
AI scams are now hyper-realistic. But there’s one simple way to see through them.
Phil Muncaster • 09 Sep 2026
How To
I’ve been deepfaked: What do I do?
Don’t panic if you spot an illegally created image or video of you online – there are ways to request its removal
Phil Muncaster • 02 Sep 2026
AI-driven OSINT in the wrong hands – and why everyone could be a target for fraud
It’s getting cheaper and easier for cybercriminals to research potential victims. Here’s what’s still in your control.
Phil Muncaster • 27 Aug 2026