Why one in 20 people fall for dating scams - and how to not be one of them

Avast researchers have detected a sharp uptick in romance scams--and they're not always happening where you'd expect them to.

22 Feb 2024 min read

Here are all the red flags Charlotte Cowles missed in that viral NY Mag article

What happened with a fake call purporting to be from Amazon tricked a financial advice columnist into handing over $50,000 to a stranger.

20 Feb 2024 min read

Unveiling the truth behind AI relationship chatbots

A recent report from Mozilla found that the recent explosion of romantic AI chatbots is creating a whole new world of privacy concerns.

14 Feb 2024 min read

A Valentine’s warning about heartbreak hackers

Dive into the world of romance scams, where emotions are exploited, money is the ultimate prize, and scammers lurk behind the mask of love.

12 Feb 2024 min read

Safeguard your heart and personal info this cuffing season

While you have your heart set on finding a partner, you should also keep your eyes peeled for the dangers that come with dating in the digital realm.

12 Jan 2024 min read

Are you sure that online store is real? You might be surprised

The new trend in online fashion: An increase in counterfeit boutiques. Understanding them, recognizing the signs, and actions to take if you're scammed.

19 Dec 2023 min read

You know what? Everyone gets a virus now and then.

We often discuss the proliferation and growing sophistication of scams and the tools scammers use. But here’s a reminder—everyone catches a bug once in a while.

27 Oct 2023 min read

Your next online dating match might actually be ChatGPT

Researchers at Avast have uncovered a romance scam that utilizes ChatGPT to increase the believability of their online dating conversations.

4 Oct 2023 min read

Do you really need to tell FedEx your Social Security number? How to avoid package-delivery scams

You sure you actually ordered that pair of shoes? Here's how to recognize and avoid package-delivery scams.

11 Sep 2023 min read

A college student’s guide to dating app scams

Almost everyone meets online these days--and scammers know it. Here's how to tell what's a scam and what could be true love.

4 Sep 2023 min read

Too good to be true? That online auction price could be triangulation fraud

There’s a popular scheme that targets online shoppers. But are you savvy enough to spot this scam? Everything you need to know about triangulation fraud.

24 Aug 2023 min read

Fleeceware drains money from account slowly over time - here’s how to spot it

Fleeceware isn’t just a comfy outer-layer for autumn—it could be the reason your credit card debt is ticking up every month.

22 Aug 2023 min read

New report shows surprising shift in cyber crime

New report reveals disturbing new trends in cyber crime, including a rise in social engineering attacks and a shift toward targeting individuals.

10 Aug 2023 min read
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