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Heads up!!  Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge users, be cautious when installing updates to avoid putting the Magniber malware on their computer. You may have never heard of Magniber, but it's a new ransomware that's been making headlines…

A new phishing scam is making the rounds following Twitter's plan to start charging for verified accounts.  This new phishing scam exploits Twitter's move by sending out mass emails that appear to be coming from Twitter. The emails instruct…

Since the pandemic and the increased use of technology, it has become easier for scammers to target people who are looking for a job. Each year, thousands of people fall victim to these scams and end up losing money. These scams are…

There used to be a time when parents had to search around the neighbourhood just to call their children home for dinner. Those times have changed, thanks to the digital revolution. Technology has changed the way we connect, learn and…

As a Millennial, you might consider yourself to be rather tech-savvy, and think you know enough to be able to spot an online scam a mile away. However, recent research by Business Bureau suggests that those of us who use technology and are…

You've probably heard of people's private information getting leaked online. Maybe you're even one of those people who had their personal information compromised. No matter what, you should take the necessary precautions to protect yourself…

Did you know that when you're online, companies are tracking what you do? It's true! They're constantly collecting data about your browsing habits, interests, and even your location. While this may seem a little creepy at first, it's…

Your phone is not working like it used to. It could be losing its charge quickly, turning itself off and on again or getting hot while you use it - these are all signs of a smartphone being hacked! In addition to seeing strange…

Your device is a valuable tool that can help you stay connected with friends and family, stay organized, and manage your finances. However, it can also be a target for criminals looking to steal your personal information or money. One way…

Introduction Here's a news flash for parents and kids: the days of carrying around heavy bags full of cash are over. This growing paperless reality fast-forwards the parenting task of educating kids on financial responsibility.  As of…

Have you ever received a message from a major brand telling you that you have won a prize? It’s like a human talking to you. But is it real? As the world becomes more digital, cybercriminals are finding new ways to trick users into…

At some point in our life, I’m sure we’ve all experienced the stress when we notice our smartphones are about to die and quickly run to the nearest charging point to recharge them.  However, what we might not know is that charging phones…

Malware is a term used for any type of malicious software that is developed to damage, disable or exploit computer systems, mobile devices or network. Cybercriminals use Malware attacks to either: Steal, encrypt or delete sensitive…

Browsing slowing into a crawl, the inability to stream, constant drops in Wi-Fi Signals are the annoying problems we’re all facing whilst working and learning from home. But here are the top 5 things you can do in 2 minutes to improve and…

As the digital revolution continues, the amount of data captured on the internet increases. Giant organisations worldwide have started to collect your data whenever and wherever possible for future use. When you shop online, most…

Barely over a year ago, we pointed out how dystopian it seemed when Chinese schools added “smart uniforms” to track their students’ attendance. But US colleges are already testing out a similar tactic with a location tracking app, which…