Digital Security 101

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Fraud

What Is the Pig Butchering Scam? How To Spot and Avoid It

The pig butchering scam is a long-term con where scammers convince victims to invest larger and larger sums into fake cryptocurrency exchanges.

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April 23, 2026
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Fraud

The 10 Latest Scams That Could Cost You Money in 2026

New data from the FBI and FTC confirms that 2025 was the worst year ever for losses from scams and fraud. Here’s how you can stay safe against threats.

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April 22, 2026
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Fraud

How To Protect Yourself If Your SSN Is Found on the Dark Web

If you receive a data breach alert or discover that your SSN was leaked on the Dark Web, act quickly to secure your online accounts and finances.

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December 4, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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December 3, 2025
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Fraud

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.

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November 13, 2025
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Fraud

What Can Scammers Do With Your Phone Number? 7 Real Risks

Hackers and scammers can use your leaked phone number to intercept 2FA codes, access your online accounts, and target you with phishing and scam calls.

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August 29, 2025
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Fraud

What To Do If You Gave Your SSN to a Scammer

As soon as you discover your SSN has been compromised, freeze your credit, secure your online accounts, and report the crime to the FTC and local police.

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July 8, 2025
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Fraud

The Latest Snapchat Scams You Need To Avoid

Impersonation fraud, phishing messages, and “sugar daddy” scams are just a few ways scammers can take over your account and extort money.

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June 26, 2025

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