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Deepfake scams: How to tell if a video or voice is fake

Deepfakes have officially crossed from “creepy tech demo” into everyday scam territory. What once required advanced technical skills can now be done with publicly available AI tools—giving cybercriminal a powerful new way to impersonate real people, steal money, and manipulate trust. From fake celebrity investment videos to phone calls that sound exactly like a loved […]

AI‑powered scam calls are increasing: How to protect yourself today

If it feels like scam calls are getting smarter, more personal, and harder to hang up on—you’re not imagining it. In 2026, cybercriminals are using artificial intelligence to supercharge phone scams, making them more convincing than ever. These AI‑powered scam calls don’t sound robotic or scripted anymore. They sound real, emotional, and urgent—and that’s exactly […]

Digital disguises: how to guard against identity thieves

Identity theft is a scary thought. It’s when a criminal gets hold of your personal information – things like your name, address, Social Security number, or account details – and uses it to open new accounts, make fraudulent purchases, or even file taxes in your name. It can wreak havoc on your finances and credit, […]

Don’t take the bait: how to avoid phishing attacks

Phishing attacks are a type of cybercrime that can be devastating to individuals and organizations. These attacks involve tricking victims into revealing sensitive information, such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal data, by disguising themselves as trustworthy entities. In this article, we’ll explore how to avoid phishing attacks and protect yourself from these scams. […]

Beware the Fake Call: Spotting Vishing Scams

Ever get a suspicious phone call claiming to be from your bank or tech support? That might be a vishing attack – a sneaky scam that tries to trick you into giving up personal information over the phone. Vishing 101: How it Works Vishing is like phishing (those scam emails), but with a voice! Scammers […]

Don’t fall for fake calls about your taxes

Sometimes scammers will call your cell phone instead of sending emails. This is called vishing. A scammer may pretend to be a government official and tell you that you have unpaid taxes. They’ll likely then tell you that you have to pay them immediately or you will go to jail. Hang up — this is […]