Tag: Cyber Security
Italy launches DeepSeek investigation over privacy concerns
About a week after its release, Italy became the first country to formally request a probe into how DeepSeek’s chatbot handles users’ personal data. “Possible risk to the data of millions of people in Italy,” wrote the Italian data watchdog authority, known as the Garante, on Tuesday, January 28, 2025,…
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Fake parcel delivery texts are the fastest-growing phishing scam this holiday season – here’s how to avoid them
Fake text message alerts claim to be from legitimate courier service URL requests personal or financial information to arrange redelivery If in doubt, go to the official website and enter your tracking number A new survey has revealed the fastest-growing type of scam and it’s probably one you’ve already received…
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Should you ditch unencrypted messaging apps? Here’s what the experts say about the FBI’s warning
The FBI has warned Americans to use encrypted messaging apps Advice comes in the wake of a cyberattack targeting US telecoms Encrypted messages are only as secure as the device receiving them Tl;DR What should you use? (Image credit: Shutterstock / AdemAY) WhatsApp, Signal and Facebook Messenger all offer end-to-end…
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Your Apple ID is not suspended – how to avoid the latest dangerous phishing scam
New phishing scam looks like an official email from Apple Links to fake Apple login screen that will steal your credentials Double-check that the email comes from an Apple.com address Scammers are always trying new tactics to steal your personal information. The latest phishing scam is no exception: cybercriminals are…
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Give Meta my face recognition data? I’d rather lose my Instagram account
Meta has just announced plans to bring back facial recognition technology to Facebook and Instagram. This time it’s a security measure to help combat “celeb-bait” scams and restore access to compromised accounts. “We know security matters, and that includes being able to control your social media accounts and protect yourself…
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PayPal wants to share your data – unless you do this
Another week, another online service tried to silently change its data collection and sharing practices by default. The good news is that you still have time to opt out before any of your information gets automatically given away without your consent. As per PayPal’s policy updates page (issued on September…
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