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Phil Muncaster • 09 Sep 2026 • 5 min. read
Digital Security
Safe word: What is it and why do you need one?
How To
I’ve been deepfaked: What do I do?
Privacy
AI-driven OSINT in the wrong hands – and why everyone could be a target for fraud
AI scams are now hyper-realistic. But there’s one simple way to see through them.
Phil Muncaster • 09 Sep 2026
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
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
Kids Online
Are AI tutors safe for your kids?
AI tutors can offer useful support, but their quality and safeguards vary widely. Here’s what parents should check before handing one to a child.
Phil Muncaster • 10 Aug 2026
Beyond the screenshot: Why you should verify what you see
The screenshot may look convincing, but it doesn’t necessarily prove that the payment, booking or conversation is genuine
Phil Muncaster • 30 Jul 2026
Inside the inbox: Why cybercriminals want to break into your email account
Your inbox is an identity system all of its own: whoever owns it may own a lot more
Phil Muncaster • 29 Jun 2026
Cybercrime
EvilTokens: A phishing attack that doesn’t steal your password
A phishing kit subverting Microsoft’s legitimate authentication flow lets attackers break into accounts without stealing passwords or creating fake login pages
Christian Ali Bravo • 15 Jun 2026
Lessons for life: Why children’s data is a long-term identity risk
Your child’s first data breach may happen before they’ve even opened a bank account. Here’s how to keep their digital life safe.
Phil Muncaster • 03 Jun 2026
What to consider before asking an AI chatbot for health advice
Using chatbots for medical advice could elicit hallucinations and even expose you to security and privacy risks. Here’s what’s at stake and how to stay safe.
Phil Muncaster • 27 May 2026