How to deal with Abusive Fans

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Being an online entertainer or influencer can be a rough career, even if it seems glamourous from the outside. Your income is dependant on constant work, and having to interact with a large fanbase is fraught with dangers of its own kind. When your fans become abusive or start harassing you, what should you do? … Read more

How to Avoid Being Targeted by Hackers

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Hackers are much like other criminals: mostly opportunists. They are often after making a quick buck by scamming or blackmailing you or your connections. Just like with regular crime, there are steps you can take to help make yourself less of an obvious target for hackers and scammers. What are Hackers Attracted To? The first … Read more

How to Avoid SMS Text Scams

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Texting or SMS used to be a pretty popular method of communication, but it was deeply flawed. Texts are an insecure way of sending information. These days, most people use online messengers instead, but that doesn’t completely remove the risks. Scammers still use texts, and 2020 saw a huge rise in text scams. Below is … Read more

How to Protect Your Bank Account From Getting Hacked

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Few things are more unsettling than getting your bank account hacked. Years of hard work and sacrifice can disappear overnight. Why? Because you put your trust in an institution whose sole purpose is to keep your money safe. And they couldn’t protect you. The fear can have lasting effects even if you can recoup the … Read more

How to Spot the Instagram Copyright Infringement Scam

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Like viruses, hackers and phishers are constantly evolving to stay alive. The Instagram copyright infringement scam is the latest proof. They will do whatever they can to convince you to fork over your valuable account credentials. Their latest attempt is to trick you into believing you’ve infringed on copyright. Let’s look at this growing phenomenon … Read more

How to Secure your Amazon Account

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Your Amazon account enabled you to enjoy a range of services and websites. How do you secure your account against intrusion from hackers and scammers? Follow this guide to keep your account safe. Activate 2FA Two-factor authentication is your account’s first line of defense against intrusion. You should always ensure your online account has 2FA … Read more

How to Protect Yourself From Hackers and Cybercriminals

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Protecting yourself from hackers and cybercriminals is becoming a necessity. You must take every precaution against hackers as they can seriously damage your life. Below are the steps to prevent hackers and cybercriminals from accessing your online accounts, social media profiles, and data. Don’t Use Public Wifi. You should avoid using online services through public … Read more

How to Protect Your Bitcoin From Getting Hacked

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Love it or hate it, Bitcoin won’t go away. While it’s risky enough to put your money in such a volatile market, many people also worry about the security of their Bitcoin. This article will help give you the tools to protect your investment. Bitcoin Is Fairly Secure, But the Places You Keep It Might … Read more

How to Spot Fake News And Protect Yourself From It

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If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that misinformation has run rampant on the internet. And it’s becoming more than just an inconvenience. It’s becoming a cyber-security issue. Why Fake News and Misinformation Is Becoming a Bigger Risk If you’ve tuned into the news this year, you’ve no doubt heard of the twisted conspiracy theory … Read more