Jory MacKay
Jory MacKay is a writer and award-winning editor with over a decade of experience for online and print publications. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Victoria and a passion for helping people identify and avoid fraud.
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Jory MacKay
The Top 9 LifeLock Alternatives of 2026 (Rated & Reviewed)
Prospective LifeLock customers should weigh the company’s well-known brand name against its past data security concerns and lack of transparent pricing.
How To Recognize (and Avoid) Geek Squad Scams in 2026
Scammers impersonate Best Buy’s Geek Squad technical support team to send fake renewal emails and texts, or call to offer bogus services.
How To Avoid the 12 Latest Venmo Scams in 2026
Scammers exploit Venmo to trick victims into sending money, giving up bank account access, or providing sensitive info that can be used for identity theft.
The 12 Latest Telegram App Scams To Avoid in 2026
Telegram offers a high level of anonymity to users, making it an attractive option for scammers who want to hide their true identities or impersonate others.
How To Avoid Black Friday and Cyber Monday Scams This Year
Scammers create fake stores, send phishing emails, and use generative AI tools to scam shoppers who are trying to take advantage of Black Friday deals.
Is Kroll Monitoring Legitimate? What You Need to Know
Kroll provides identity monitoring to customers of companies impacted by data breaches — but its lack of features could make you think twice before signing up.