Fast Money Blog
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Take a Byte Out of CyberCrime
09/09/21
We’ve all heard about computer viruses and hackers and online scams of just about every kind. To find out about the latest threat, we need to look no further than the news. There are common themes. A mega-corporation has its computer systems held
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How to Spot Fraudulent Emails
08/12/20
Phishing is the term used to describe emails sent out by hackers. They try to trick people into giving away passwords and sensitive information. They could also contain viruses or attempt to trick you out of your hard-earned cash. Hackers send about
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Scams are getting harder to spot, here's how to stay one step ahead.
07/24/19
Scammers are continually thinking up new ways to cleverly target people, both online and through offline communications. Last year alone, 47,567 new scams were added to the Better Business Bureau’s Scam Tracker℠. Here’s a quick rundown of today’s
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Protecting your phone and other mobile devices
07/25/18
You probably already know how important it is to protect your identity online. But one of the most important ways you can protect your data and your identity is sitting in the palm of your hand – or maybe in your pocket. Smartphones and other mobile