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How cybercriminals are targeting seniors right now and how to stay protected

Older adults are increasingly spending time online to connect with family, manage finances, receive healthcare, and shop. Unfortunately, cybercriminals know this and are constantly adapting their tactics to target seniors with sophisticated scams designed to steal money, personal information, and even life savings. The good news is that awareness remains one of the strongest cybersecurity […]

How hackers exploit trusted brands to steal your information

Trusted brands make life easier. You recognize your bank, delivery company, streaming service, phone carrier, employer, favorite retailer, or job board, so you react quickly when a message appears to come from one of them. Hackers know that, and they use familiar logos, names, colors, and urgent language to trick people into clicking fake links […]

Senior scam surge: how to protect yourself and your loved ones from today’s sneakiest fraud tactics

Scammers are getting bolder—and seniors are squarely in their sights. From fake tech‑support calls to sophisticated investment scams, criminals are constantly upgrading their tricks. And the numbers prove it: older adults (60+) reported $2.4 billion in scam losses in 2024, a dramatic fourfold increase since 2020, according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Even more […]