Should you have a family ‘safe word’ against AI voice-spoofing scams?

  Should you have a family ‘safe word’ against AI voice-spoofing scams?   AI voice-spoofing schemes involve scammers utilizing AI to generate convincing voice recordings that mimic the voices of people you trust, like family or friends. Establishing a family “safe word” can serve as a powerful defense against AI voice-spoofing schemes.   How the Scam Works  Voice Collection: Scammers gather […]

2FA Warning: Users of Gmail, Outlook, Facebook, and X May Be Vulnerable

  2FA Warning: Users of Gmail, Outlook, Facebook, and X May Be Vulnerable   Cyberattacks are on the rise, with hackers finding new ways to exploit vulnerabilities in your accounts. The recent surge in cyberattacks has shown that passwords alone are no longer enough to keep your accounts safe. Hackers use techniques like phishing and social engineering to […]

Keep Facebook foes out of your friend zone with 2FA

  Keep Facebook foes out of your friend zone with 2FA   Facebook functions as a social media platform that enables users to interact through commenting, sharing pictures, and connecting with news articles. This may present possibilities for hackers who aim to obtain unauthorized access to your data.   Hackers can compromise your account in […]

Protecting Your Personal Information: Shedding Light on “Dark Patterns”

Dark Patterns

Another week and Facebook is again in the news being accused of ethical misconduct. So what is it this time? The Norwegian Consumer Council has recently published a report that outlines how big tech companies such as Facebook, Google, and Microsoft are utilizing underhanded tactics to manipulate their users. These so-titled “Dark Patterns” frequently steer […]