Yaniv Masjedi

Contributing Cybersecurity Writer

Yaniv Masjedi is the CMO at Nextiva, a provider of cloud-based, unified communication services. Previously, he headed the marketing department at Aura. Yaniv studied Political Science and History at UCLA. Follow him on Twitter: @YanivMasjedi.

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Credit & Finance

8 Reasons Why You Should File Taxes Early This Year

The IRS begins accepting most tax returns on January 27th, 2025 — but the earlier you submit, the better chance you have of receiving your refund and avoiding scams.

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January 22, 2025
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Identity Theft

How To Repair Your Credit After Identity Theft

Did an identity thief ruin your credit with fraudulent charges? Here’s what you can do to repair your credit score after identity theft.

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December 17, 2024
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Credit & Finance

Credit Repair Scams: New Scam Types & How To Avoid Them

In credit repair scams, companies or individuals promise to improve your credit score using illegitimate means. Learn how to give these a wide berth.

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March 11, 2024
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Fraud

How To Spot LinkedIn Job Scams (11 Warning Signs)

Scammers use LinkedIn to post fake job listings, impersonate recruiters, and trick you into giving them sensitive information or sending money.

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February 15, 2024
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Fraud

How To Spot a Bumble Scammer: Avoid These 6 Bumble Scams

Dating and romance scammers have invaded Bumble. Learn how to spot a Bumble scammer and avoid the latest online dating scams before it’s too late.

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February 15, 2024
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Internet Security

What Does Jailbreaking an iPhone Do? (Risks and Benefits)

Jailbreaking gives your iPhone more customization options — but at the cost of its security and your safety. Here are the risks you should know about.

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February 7, 2024