Top Three Security Tips for Online Gamers

3 Top Gamer Security Tips

Whether you are a recreational gamer or a competitive gamer, chances are you have invested a lot of real money into your characters. Here are a few important tips on how you can be vigilant and protect your online accounts #1: Never reveal any personal details about yourself It is normal for gamers to use… Continue Reading Top Three Security Tips for Online Gamers […]

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What is Identity Theft on the World Wide Web

What is Identity Theft

This type of crime relates to obtaining another person’s personal or financial information to use their identity to commit fraud, such as making unauthorised transactions or purchases. Identity theft is committed in many different ways, and its victims are typically left with damage to their credit, finances, and reputation. Understanding Identity Theft This type of… Continue Reading What is Identity Theft on the World Wide Web […]

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Top Threats & Key Insights Into Cybercrime in Africa

Top Threats & Key Insights

A report published by INTERPOL gives key insights into cybercrime in Africa. The result of cross-sector collaboration helps countries in Africa to understand the most prevalent threats and formulate a coordinated regional response to cybercrime. The top threats are: Online scams Fake emails or text messages claiming to be from a legitimate source are used… Continue Reading Top Threats & Key Insights Into Cybercrime in Africa […]

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Personal Cybersecurity 101 – Focus on the Basics

Personal Cybersecurity 101

The demand for personal cybersecurity due to the increase of cyber incidents leaves you feeling exposed. What can you do to protect yourself and your personal data against the dark world of cybercriminals? The good news is… quite a lot, actually! By focusing on the basics, you can dramatically reduce the risk and what cybersecurity… Continue Reading Personal Cybersecurity 101 – Focus on the Basics […]

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What is Cybersecurity – Some Basic Concepts

What is Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity is the practice of defending computers, servers, mobile devices, electronic systems, networks, and data from malicious attacks. It’s also known as information technology security or electronic information security. The term applies in various contexts, from business to mobile computing, and can be divided into a few common categories. Network security is the practice of securing… Continue Reading What is Cybersecurity – Some Basic Concepts […]

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How to Protect Your Child From the Dangers of Online Gaming

How to Protect Your Child

According to research from the Entertainment Software Association, 70% of families have at least one child who plays video games. According to Statista, there is an estimated 3.24 billion gamers across the globe. It was estimated that 56% of active PC gamers were millennials aged between 23 and 38, and 51% of gamers were Gen… Continue Reading How to Protect Your Child From the Dangers of Online Gaming […]

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TransUnion breach: Is your personal data safe?

TransUnion Breach

International credit bureau TransUnion confirmed this morning that it has been the victim of a hack by a “criminal third party” and will not be paying the extortion demand that was received. Criminal hacking group N4aughtysecTU, allegedly based in Brazil, has claimed responsibility, alleging that it has accessed the personal information of 54 million consumers, amounting… Continue Reading TransUnion breach: Is your personal data safe? […]

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Eliminate Crypto Onboarding Delays & SIM Swap Fraud

Eliminate Crypto Onboarding Delays

Three ways top crypto companies leverage Prove’s technology to onboard new users in 10 seconds while mitigating SIM swap fraud and other identity fraud. Cryptocurrency fraud is at an all-time high, with the FBI recently reporting a 5x surge in SIM swap attacks and issuing a warning to crypto investors not to talk about their crypto online. At… Continue Reading Eliminate Crypto Onboarding Delays & SIM Swap Fraud […]

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A Love Letter to Scammers

A Love Letter to Scammers

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so you might be thinking about picking a little something up for the ones you love. But remember to keep an eye out; with an increase in online romances, your special someone might be a fraudster, pretending to be someone they’re not. This year, protect your heart and… Continue Reading A Love Letter to Scammers […]

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