TikTok, the wildly popular video-sharing app, finds itself in the hot seat once more as of March 3, 2025. This time, it’s the UK’s Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) turning up the heat with a “major investigation” into how the platform uses the personal data of 13- to 17-year-olds to power its content recommendation algorithm. If…
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Deepfake Phone Scams Hit a Quarter of Brits—Are You Next?
Imagine picking up your phone to a call from HMRC, voice stern and official, demanding urgent payment or threatening arrest. You panic, comply—and then realize it wasn’t real. It was a deepfake scam, powered by AI so slick it fooled you in seconds. If that sounds like a dystopian movie plot, wake up: it’s happening…
Urgent Security Alert (Feb 24, 2025): Hackers Exploiting SimpleHelp RMM Flaws—Protect Your Stripe Checkout Now
As of February 24, 2025, cybersecurity experts are sounding the alarm: hackers are actively exploiting critical vulnerabilities in SimpleHelp Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) software to breach networks worldwide. This alarming development, reported just days ago, underscores the urgent need for businesses to act immediately to safeguard their systems—including those processing payments with Stripe Checkout….
Android’s Latest Security Feature: A Shield Against Cyber Scams
On February 19, 2025, Android unveiled a groundbreaking security feature aimed at protecting users from a rising tide of cyber scams. This development, announced via cybersecurity news channels, introduces a proactive measure to block the installation of apps from unknown sources during phone calls—a tactic increasingly exploited by scammers. As cybercriminals evolve their strategies, this…
NioCorp Hit by $500,000 Loss in Business Email Compromise Hack: A Wake-Up Call for Cybersecurity
NioCorp Developments, a U.S.-based minerals company, disclosed a troubling cybersecurity breach that cost them approximately $500,000. The incident, detailed in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), highlights the growing threat of business email compromise (BEC) scams and serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities even specialized firms face. Here’s a deep…
Love in the Time of Scams: How Cybercriminals Are Targeting Your Heart (and Wallet)
Have you ever met someone online who just seemed too good to be true? Maybe they slid into your DMs with a charming message, or you matched on a dating app and instantly clicked. It felt like fate. But what if that charming stranger wasn’t looking for love—just your bank account details? The Digital Love…